This new range of motors provides high reliability and performance to power applications that range from medical and data storage equipment to automation and semiconductor processing machinery.

Offered in three different lengths – 2.070 inches, 2.195 inches and 2.445 inches – the motors have the ability to deliver up to 16.8 oz-in peak torque and up to 9020 RPM of speed at continuous torque and rated voltages for standard motors. In addition, the motors’ voltage, speed, torque and current can be varied to meet the specific needs of various applications.

The standard features of the models include heavy gauge steel housing, neodymium magnets, two-pole stator, copper graphite brushes and silicon steel laminations. To promote long brush life as well as optimum concentricity, the motors’ commutators have been diamond turned after armature assembly. The windings are also resin-impregnated to provide increased reliability in incremental motion applications.

Meanwhile, the modular construction of the motors allow the assemblies to be customised with optical encoders, alternative brush materials, timing belt pulleys, cables, brakes, modified shafts, connectors and RFI suppression to satisfy various application demands. The motors can also be fitted with spur or planetary gearboxes as specified.

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Using the newest advancements in manufacturing and materials technology, the 8540 Series provide significant improvement compared to the company’s similar sized, previous generation motors, making it perfect for high-tech applications in lab instrumentation, medical devices, precision automation machinery and data storage.

Measuring 1.18 inches (30 mm) in diameter, the 8540 Series are available in three different lengths — 2.114 inches (53.69 mm), 2.585 inches (65.66 mm) and 3.057 inches (77.65 mm). It provides double the torque rating offered by Pittman’s older generation motors.

The new motors are offered in eight standard windings that range between 9.55V and 48V. The company also offers customised windings to optimise the performance of a specific application.

The motors have been fitted with standard pre-loaded ball bearings to allow high speed, axial and radial shaft loading as well as higher temperatures. Equipped with a seven slot armature, the 8540 Series motors employs improved manufacturing techniques to enable it to deliver more balanced armatures that results to remarkably low vibration and audible noise characteristics. When operating at low speeds, the motors deliver low cogging, attributed to its optimised magnetic circuit design, making it suitable for position control in various servo applications.

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The new Standard Size 34 “HN Series” hybrid steppers come in three models (“lengths 2.64 inches to 4.92 inches”) with step resolutions of 1.8º (“200 steps per rev”) in full step mode. Holding torques (“bipolar”) from 397 oz-inch to 1076 oz-inch can be reached, depending on the model.

The all MAE ”HN Series” motors incorporate neodymium magnets for superior acceleration and maximum torque; ground rotors and precision-honed stators for improved performance and tight air gap; four, six, or eight leads upon request; simple, rugged construction that promotes long service life and high reliability; and single or double-ended shaft extensions.

Its motor rotation can be ran counterclockwise or clockwise. The value-added customization options include gearboxes (“worm, spur, planetary, or right angle”) with low or standard backlash, brakes, encoders, and cabling, endbelt, and special shaft. The all MAE ‘HN Series’ motors from AMETEK are CE approved, made according to EN 60034-1: 1995-02 specifications, and is provided to meet IP55 splash and dust proof protection.

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This family of small motors introduces a wide variety of power solutions for device applications with tight design envelopes. Motor diameters range from 0.375 in. / 9.53mm to 1.1 in. / 28mm and, depending on model, the motors can develop speeds up to 70,000 RPM under varying loads. Achievable continuous torque ratings approach 15 oz-in for the larger diameter series.

All models incorporate patented “Parallex” winding geometry promoting high efficiency by delivering more power using less energy. They additionally feature high-energy neodymium magnets for enhanced performance, robust construction with stainless steel housings for durability and corrosion-resistance, and precision and shielded ABEC bearings and balanced rotors contributing to smooth and quiet operation. Autoclavable versions are also available and capable of realizing extremely high cycle count.

Other standard features include 2- or 4-pole rotor, 3-phase stator, and Hall sensors. The motors can be customized with planetary gearboxes, optical encoders, and controllers, among other options, to tailor motor to application.

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These brushless DC motors are ideal for a wide range of industry applications, including data storage, medical and biotech, semiconductor processing, automation, and others requiring high performance and reliability.

The motors (2.25 in. in diameter) are available in four standard stack lengths (1/2 in., 1 in., 1-1/2 in., and 2 in.) and integrate high-energy neodymium magnets for optimized performance. Depending on model, they can achieve peak torques up to 488 oz-in and speeds up to 7020 rpm at continuous torque for standard motors at rated voltages.

Other standard features for all versions include 3-phase stator, 4-pole rotor, and shielded ball bearings. Motors can additionally be equipped with planetary or spur gearboxes and optical encoders to satisfy particular application requirements.

Mounting configuration is consistent with NEMA 23 standards. Modular motor design facilitates customization with options including modified shafts, multiple windings, and brakes, among others.

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These Series 8540 brush DC motors offering high torque-to-size performance provide ideal solutions to power data storage and medical equipment and business machines, among other industry applications.

The motors (1.181 in. diameter) are available in three standard lengths (2.080 in., 2.552 in., and 3.025 in.). They can achieve continuous torque up to 9.3 oz-in. and continuous power up to 43W, depending on model, and peak torque up to 78.7 oz-in and speeds up to 6440 rpm at continuous torque for standard motors at rated voltages.

Their balanced armature minimizes noise and vibration; large pre-loaded and heavy-duty ball bearings and supports promote high shaft-load capability; PC board brush card with integral surface mount components easily incorporates electrical noise suppression; and an integral connector header allows for custom leadwire configurations.

A modular design for these motors accommodates gearboxes, encoders, and brakes using adapter plates and shaft extension modifications. Motors can further be customized to satisfy particular application requirements.

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These motors are available in three lengths (2.070 in., 2.195 in., and 2.445 in.) and can achieve peak torques up to 16.8 oz-in and speeds up to 9020 RPM at continuous torque for standard motors at rated voltages. Speed, voltage, current, and torque characteristics can be varied to satisfy particular application needs.

Standard features for all models include, 2-pole stator, neodymium magnets, heavy gauge steel housing, silicon steel laminations, and copper graphite brushes. Commutators are diamond turned after armature assembly to promote optimum concentricity and long brush life. Windings are resin-impregnated for greater reliability in incremental motion applications.

Modular construction enables their assemblies to be customized with alternative brush materials, optical encoders, timing belt pulleys, brakes, cables, connectors, modified shafts, and RFI suppression or other special configurations to meet application demands. Motors can be equipped with planetary or spur gearboxes as specified.

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Despite their small size (1.3”/33mm diameter), these brushless DC motors can achieve peak torque from 10 oz-in to 57 oz-in and continuous torque from 3.5 oz-in to 8.5 oz-in, depending on model. Robust rotor construction allows rotational speeds up to 8000 RPM.

Standard features include three Hall sensors to provide rotor position feedback for electronic commutation; 3-phase stator with 6-slot silicon steel laminations; 4-pole rotor integrating high-energy neodymium ring magnets for optimized motor performance; and large ABEC ball bearings with high dynamic load ratings (up to 390 lbs.) and shielded to protect against contaminants.

Pittman Series 1300 brushless DC motors are available in three lengths (1.5 in., 2 in., and 2.5 in.) and are housed in precision-machined aluminum to promote lightweight designs and to integrate the front-endbell. Optional square flanges can be specified for NEMA 14 mounting.

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Their compact design suits smaller design envelopes. Standard diameters measure 1.200” (30.5mm) for round versions and 1.496” (38mm) for square types; gearbox lengths range from 0.895” (22.7mm) to 1.585” (40.3mm); and gearboxes weigh from 3.9 oz (110g) to 6.6 oz (186g), depending on model.

These powerful gearboxes can achieve reduction ratios to 46656:1 in 4:1, 5:1, and 6:1 multiples. The resulting combinations yield a total of 79 gearbox ratios that can be configured. Maximum load capabilities range from 106 oz-in (0.75Nm) for 1-stage models up to 1250 oz-in (8.80Nm) for versions with 4-stages or greater.

Sturdy and reliable construction incorporates sintered steel planet gears to promote high torque capacity and low audible noise; single-piece carrier plates with integral planet posts and sun gear that can be arranged as required to achieve the desired reduction ratio; and a 416 stainless steel output shaft protects against corrosion.

Options include square mounting flange, output ball bearings to accommodate high radial loads, and alternate shaft connections. Gearboxes can additionally be customized to satisfy application requirements.

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The longest model (1.901” in length) can provide up to 40% more continuous torque (2 oz-in) compared with shorter 22mm-diameter electric motor products. Other motors in this series are offered in shorter lengths of 1.256” and 1.556” with the capability to achieve continuous torque up to 0.80 oz-in and 1.3 oz-in, respectively.

Depending on model, these motors can generate maximum peak torques up to 10.2 oz-in and nominal no-load speeds up to 8720 rpm.

Key features include sintered bronze bearings, 2-pole stators, heavy-gauge steel housing, silicon steel laminations, and copper graphite brushes. Standard available options include ball bearings, EMI/RFI filter networks, and leadwire or terminal connection configurations.

Planetary gearboxes can be specified to meet demanding speed and torque requirements and optical encoders with several choices of resolution can be added for position, velocity, and direction feedback necessary in precision motion control applications. Custom motors can be developed to suit particular application requirements.

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