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Recent #Stepper Motor news in the semiconductor industry

electronicsweekly
5 months ago

Sensorless FOC for stepper motor driver

➀ Nanotec launched the N6 driver for stepper and BLDC motors, featuring sensorless field-oriented control (FOC) and closed-loop control for precise torque/speed management, supporting up to 300W, 6A continuous current, and 18A peak.

➁ It offers multiple communication protocols (EtherCAT, CANopen, Modbus), programming via Plug&Drive Studio, and compatibility with Hall sensors/encoders. An upcoming 'safe torque off' (STO) function enhances safety.

➂ Targeted at laboratory automation, medical technology, and packaging equipment, the driver operates at 12-57.6Vdc and includes digital/analog inputs, brake output, and multi-country application support.

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electronicsweekly
6 months ago

Click board includes 85V 10A stepper motor driver

➀ Mikroe introduces Power Step 2 Click, a smart 85V 10A stepper motor driver based on STMicroelectronics' powerSTEP01 controller;

➁ The board's continuous current handling is ~5A due to thermal limits but can be enhanced via heatsinks or the Cooler Click fan accessory;

➂ Features include 128 microstepping, advanced motion control commands, and applications in robotics/automation for precise positioning.

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electronicsweekly
about 1 year ago

Stepper motors with large bore hollow shafts

➀ Moon’s Industries has developed a range of stepper motors with large-bore hollow shafts, offering design flexibility and integration possibilities; ➁ The motors, ranging from 36 x 36mm to 60 x 60mm, come with various bore sizes and shaft configurations; ➂ Applications include robotics, semiconductor manufacturing, and security systems, with a focus on optical uses such as polarizer rotation and beam conversion.
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electronicsweekly
about 1 year ago

Element 14 launches ‘Start a Movement’ Design Challenge

➀ element14, an Avnet Community, has launched the “Start a Movement” Design Challenge, offering 20 engineers the chance to build a project featuring a moving component. Participants will use Analog Devices TMC5272-EVAL kit and QSH4218 NEMA 17 stepper motor to create their projects with automated movement. ➁ The challenge encourages designers to incorporate moving parts in creative ways, with examples including movement control, wearables, and lab and office automation. ➂ Applications are open until October 18, and participants have until December 3 to complete their projects. The grand prize includes a KELKART 27.5 Inch Electric Bike.
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