Description
Applied Materials 0190-28822 XP Robot Driver
Product Introduction
In a semiconductor wafer-transfer system, the robot driver is a critical motion-control component: a failure can prevent wafer handling even when the process chamber and supervisory controller remain operational. Applied Materials 0190-28822 is identified in equipment-part records as an XP Robot Driver associated with the NSK ELC-JG014VF4-01 assembly. Multiple independent spare-part references connect this part number with Applied Materials Endura equipment and NSK XP robot hardware.
This is not a generic PLC output module or standalone industrial servo drive. It should be treated as an equipment-specific robot control/drive assembly. One equipment listing describes it as an NSK robot driver for Endura XP, 2-axis, while another identifies the complete designation as ELC-JG014VF4-01. That distinction matters when sourcing a replacement because revision, robot configuration, and the installed Endura tool can affect compatibility.
Key Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| OEM Part Number | 0190-28822 |
| OEM / Equipment Manufacturer | Applied Materials |
| Associated Manufacturer | NSK |
| Assembly Model | ELC-JG014VF4-01 |
| Product Type | XP Robot Driver |
| Robot Family | NSK XP |
| Equipment Association | Applied Materials Endura / Endura II |
| Equipment Platform | 300 mm semiconductor equipment references |
| Motion Function | Robot axis / servo drive control |
| Configuration Reference | XP Robot Driver |
| Associated Revision | ELC-JG014VF4-01; verify physical revision |
| Condition | Verify actual unit condition and test status |
Procurement note: Public spare-part records consistently establish the identity and application, but they do not provide a sufficiently reliable OEM datasheet for definitive electrical ratings, encoder specifications, communications protocol, or environmental limits. Those values should therefore be verified from the installed equipment documentation and the actual unit label before engineering approval.
Application Scenarios & Field Considerations
Endura XP Robot Maintenance
The clearest application is maintenance of Applied Materials Endura equipment using an NSK XP robot system. SemiStar specifically lists 0190-28822 as an NSK robot driver for Endura XP 2-axis equipment.
0190-28822
300 mm Wafer Transfer
Multiple equipment listings associate the part with a 300 mm XP robot. The driver therefore belongs to the wafer-handling motion system rather than the process-control portion of the chamber itself.
Robot Driver Replacement
A failed driver can present as a robot-motion fault, axis initialization problem, or inability to complete wafer-transfer sequences. Before replacing the unit, record the existing driver label, firmware or configuration identifiers where accessible, connector arrangement, and robot configuration.
Semiconductor Equipment Spare Strategy
This part is particularly relevant for maintaining older production tools where the exact Applied Materials OEM number must be matched. Current secondary inventory records show both new and used examples, so procurement should distinguish physical condition from part-number identity.
Related Products
- ELC-JG014VF4-01 — associated NSK XP robot driver designation for Applied Materials P/N 0190-28822.
- 0190-19536 / ELC-JG014VF3-01 — related NSK XP robot controller/driver reference; do not assume interchangeability with 0190-28822.
- 0190-19865 / ELA-B014CFT-03 — NSK servo-driver part appearing in the same equipment spare ecosystem; different assembly and should not be treated as a substitute.
- 0190-24962 / ELA-B014CG7-04 — NSK VHP robot driver associated with Applied Materials equipment; different robot platform/function.
- 0190-03744 / 0190-03745 — Applied Materials VHP robot-driver references; these belong to a different equipment configuration.
These part numbers are useful for identification and system-family research only. A matching connector or similar robot designation does not establish electrical or software interchangeability.
Engineer’s Guide — Field Pitfalls to Avoid
1. Do not classify it as a generic servo drive.
The available evidence identifies 0190-28822 as an Applied Materials equipment-specific XP robot driver associated with NSK hardware. Generic servo-drive specifications are not enough to establish compatibility.
2. Match the complete ELC designation.
The part is associated with ELC-JG014VF4-01. Another XP controller/driver, such as ELC-JG014VF3-01, carries a different designation. Do not substitute based solely on the common XP robot family.
3. Confirm the robot configuration.
One equipment record specifically describes 0190-28822 as an Endura XP 2-axis robot driver. Confirm the installed robot configuration before accepting a replacement.
4. Check the physical revision.
The Applied Materials P/N alone may not capture every hardware or configuration difference. Photograph and record all labels, PCB markings, firmware identifiers, and connector details from the installed unit.
5. Do not accept “tested” without test details.
For used semiconductor-equipment motion hardware, ask what was actually tested: power-up, axis communication, encoder feedback, motor output, fault handling, and any applicable robot-specific functional test.
6. Do not infer electrical specifications from unrelated listings.
I would not put a nominal DC bus voltage, motor current, encoder voltage, temperature range, or communications protocol into a procurement specification unless it is confirmed against the equipment documentation for the exact configuration.
FAQ
What is Applied Materials 0190-28822?
0190-28822 is an Applied Materials spare-part number associated with an NSK XP Robot Driver, . Equipment-part references connect it with Applied Materials Endura XP robot systems.
What is the designation?
It is the associated NSK driver/assembly designation repeatedly listed alongside Applied Materials P/N 0190-28822. The exact physical revision should still be checked on the nameplate of the unit being purchased.
Is 0190-28822 used on Endura equipment?
Yes. Multiple equipment-spare references specifically identify the part as an Endura XP robot driver, including a listing describing it as an NSK robot driver for Endura XP 2-axis equipment.
Is 0190-28822 a robot controller or a robot driver?
The available listings primarily identify it as a robot driver, rather than the higher-level robot controller. The terminology can vary between equipment-spare databases, so the safest procurement description is Applied Materials 0190-28822 / NSK XP Robot Driver.
Can 0190-19536 replace 0190-28822?
Do not assume that. 0190-19536 is associated with ELC-JG014VF3-01, while 0190-28822 is associated with . These are distinct part/configuration identifiers. Any substitution requires confirmation against the specific robot and Endura equipment configuration.
What should procurement verify before buying 0190-28822?
Verify the complete Applied Materials P/N 0190-28822, NSK designation, hardware revision, robot configuration, connector condition, physical condition, and actual functional-test scope. For a used or refurbished driver, request test evidence rather than relying on the part number alone.
Is the available 0190-28822 new or used?
The part number does not establish condition. Current listings show both new and used examples, while one specialist inventory source currently identifies an example as used and out of stock. The condition of the specific unit must therefore be confirmed separately.
