MILE stands for “maxon’s Inductive Little Encoder.” The operating principle is based on the measurement of high-frequency inductive fields, which generate Eddy currents in an electrically conductive target disk. The advantages of a high-frequency inductive measuring method in comparison with classic encoders are: High robustness against dust or oil vapors. This means that no additional […]
DC Motors
FAQ: How do engineers typically integrate stepper drives?
Engineers can implement stepper motor drives in numerous ways. Companies often produce pre-packaged drives that can run with a variety of microprocessors and motors. This means that that drive is prefabricated and the engineer has many decisions on where and how to use it. Beyond this, some companies even offer complete off-the-shelf boards. These combine […]
Introducing maxon’s micro motor and gearhead
maxon motor introduces the EC4, a 4 mm diameter brushless DC motor and gearhead. The typical issue found with micro drives of this size is the output power is too low for the application requirements because of physical limitations. maxon increased the performance of this tiny motor using the latest winding technology along with the […]
FAQ: What are stepper drives and how do they work?
A stepper drive is the driver circuit that controls how the stepper motor operates. Stepper drives work by sending current through various phases in pulses to the stepper motor. There are four types: wave drives (also called one-phase-on drives), two-phase on, one-two phase-on drives and microstepping drives. Wave or one-phase-on drives work with only one […]
Compact, high-torque brush DC motors from Pittman Motors
Pittman Motors, a business unit of AMETEK Precision Motion Control, introduces the DC032A Series of brush DC motors, the latest addition to its broad range of DC brush and brushless motors. The DC032A series is a high torque density motor designed in a rectangular package. Its compact size and high-power density makes it especially suitable […]
High-power, low-voltage DC motors from MET
Minnesota Electric Technology (MET) has developed a family of high-current brushed DC motors in a 3.6 in. frame size. These high-current DC motors are available in both 12 and 24 VDC models. The 12 VDC model develops 500 watts (0.67 hp) continuous output power at 2,000 rpm, while the 24 VDC model achieves 750 watts […]
Highly dynamic brushless DC motors from maxon: compact yet powerful
In automation and robotics, many applications are characterized by high energy and high torque at the same time. Spatial restrictions also mean that drives must be short, have a long service life and be maintenance-free. The newly redesigned EC-i motors from maxon motors offer solutions that fit these requirements perfectly. These brushless DC motors have […]
New easy to use maxon servomotor controller
maxon motor introduces the ESCON Module 24/2 OEM plug-in module. This high-performance four-quadrant PWM servomotor controller is designed to command permanent-magnet-activated brushed and brushless DC motors with Hall sensors up to 48 W continuous output and 144 W peak output. Its features include high usability, exceptional performance and power density in servomotor controller technology. Also, […]
More versions, more power: new maxon motors and gearboxes
New additions to the maxon family of X drive products are even stronger, more efficient and with yet more combination options. Several long versions of brushed DC motors, with higher torques and more power, are being added to the product range, together with matching planetary gearheads. Each of the 3-stage versions combines with the next […]
New brushless DC motor and gearhead by maxon with high rpm, power and both are sterilizable
The new brushless BLDC motor EC 19 has been specially designed for high speeds and features low heat development and extremely quiet and low-vibration running. It has applications in centers for miniaturized processing, hand-held tools and medical technology. When combined with planetary gearhead GP 19 M, many possible variations are available for applications in these […]