Description
Bosch Rexroth 0608701018 | EC304 SZ4 Servomotor, New Surplus
Architect’s Product Breakdown
The Bosch Rexroth 0608701018 (EC304 SZ4) functions as an advanced, high-dynamic servomotor engineered explicitly for industrial tightening systems and precision assembly automation. Its structural design optimizes torque-to-weight ratios, allowing rapid acceleration profiles and precise angle-controlled fastening required in automotive and high-reliability manufacturing lines. Delivering high repeatability under heavy cyclical loads, it minimizes thermal drift and mechanical backlash.
Integrating or replacing this tool motor demands strict adherence to alignment and controller parameter matching. Technicians must ensure that feedback connections and drive amplifiers are correctly configured for the EC304 winding profile to prevent thermal overload or torque miscalculations during fastening cycles. Proper mechanical mounting to the spindle gearbox is critical to avoid premature bearing wear caused by radial misalignment.

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Key Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
| Manufacturer | Bosch Rexroth |
| Part Number / Material Number | 0608701018 |
| Model Code | EC304 SZ4 |
| Product Family | Tightening Technology / Production Tools |
| Nominal Size | 4 mm |
| Installation Length | 247.0 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 2.7 – 3.0 kg |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to +40°C (standard industrial) |
| Cooling Type | Natural convection / enclosure dependent |
Field Engineer’s Pitfall Guide (Unique Value)
- Feedback Cable Integrity: Tightening spindles experience continuous multi-axis motion and vibration. A compromised encoder or resolver cable will trigger immediate drive faults and positioning errors mid-cycle.
- Thermal Over-Cycling: Exceeding the duty cycle limits during high-speed threaded fastener rundown will overheat the internal permanent magnets, leading to irreversible torque degradation.
- Mechanical Shock during Docking: Careless alignment when mating the motor output shaft to the spindle gearbox can damage precision splines or bearings. Always use proper alignment dowels and torque specs.
QA & Testing SOP (Transparency)
- Visual & Origin Verification: Units are inspected for authentic Bosch Rexroth laser-etched nameplates, connector pin straightness, and housing integrity.
- Dynamic Load Simulation: The servomotor is coupled to a dynamometer test bench to evaluate torque output curves, current draw, and smooth rotation across various speed profiles.
- Feedback & Resolver Verification: Encoder/resolver signals are monitored via specialized diagnostic tools to confirm zero pulse loss and accurate commutation alignment.
- Anti-Static & Secure Packaging: Motors are wrapped in protective static-dissipative material and secured in heavy-duty foam-lined crates to prevent transit vibration damage.
Technical FAQ
- Can I use this servomotor for general motion control applications? No. The EC304 SZ4 is specifically optimized and programmed for Bosch Rexroth tightening spindles and production tool systems.
- What causes an immediate drive fault upon motor startup? This is typically traced to an incorrect parameter configuration in the tightening controller, an unseated feedback connector, or broken internal encoder wires.
- Does this motor require specialized tuning parameters? Yes. Operating profile settings must match the exact EC304 spindle generation to ensure precise torque and angle monitoring during fastening.
- What warranty is provided with a surplus unit? Units carry a standard 12-month replacement warranty backed by comprehensive bench testing.


