Frameless brushless dc motors are on the rise thanks to industries such as robotics, aerospace, medical devices, and even handheld power tools … all contributing to a skyrocketing growth of this technology predicted to generate close to $14B by 2033. Appreciated for their space saving properties, high torque, smooth motion, and high efficiency, these motors […]
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The newest addition to the Delta Line integrated motor family: IBS80
Delta Line’s mission is to provide the industry’s most agile, flexible, and personal service within sub-1kW motion systems. To achieve this, they invest and expand their product families to provide more flexibility for their customers. The newest addition to the company’s product portfolio is the IBS80, a brushless motor with integrated motion control. This motor […]
Orbex Group offers custom brushless dc motors
Orbex Group has introduced two new custom products to its offering of precision motion solutions. These custom flat brushless dc (BLDC) motors provide smooth motion, high precision and excellent power density, as well as an integral gear reducer in a compact package. Both EC Family motors are part of assemblies that include a planetary gearbox, […]
Comparing stepper and brushless dc motors
A comparative study of stepper vs. brushless dc motors reveals the pros and cons of both motor types. Charan Bhamra Mechatronics Engineer EZmotion For engineers and designers working on modern-day motion and other industrial applications, it’s vital to understand the advantages and disadvantages of stepper and brushless dc (BLDC) motors. Here we’ll look at a […]
Where brushless servo motors have the edge
While there are many motor types to choose from, brushless servo motors have some advantages that make them the motor of choice in many applications. Bob Merrill Product Manager Servo motors ABB There are many motor types out there for engineers to choose from, and which is the best selection depends on each individual application. […]
New flat brushless dc motor features integrated encoder
The new DF45 brushless dc motors from Nanotec are now available with an integrated encoder. The new flat motors have a diameter of only 45 mm and, owing to their extremely compact design, are suitable for applications that require precise positioning in confined spaces. The 2-channel encoder has a resolution of 1,024 CPR and provides […]
Brushless ac servo motors are IP67 sealed, feature Mil-Spec rating
Kollmorgen’s new EKM series of enhanced, high-performance, brushless ac servo motors are Mil-Spec 810E rated and IP67 sealed for duty in harsh environmental conditions. They are supplied standard with a stainless-steel shaft and chemical agent-resistant paint for reliable duty in harsh environmental conditions. The EKM brushless servo motors feature high power and torque density and […]
Portescap expands brushless motor portfolio with new 32-mm offering
Portescap has unveiled the 32ECF brushless slotted flat motor, the latest addition to the company’s motor portfolio. This new motor has a diameter of 32 mm and an overall body length of 17.6 mm. With an 8-pole design and high-power density in a flat architecture, the 32-mm motor uses an outer rotor configuration with an […]
AMETEK Haydon Kerk Pittman introduces new 57-mm size in IDEA Motor series
AMETEK Haydon Kerk Pittman (HKP), a business unit of AMETEK, has released a new size in its IDEA Motor series of brushless dc motors: 57 mm. This EC057B joins the 42-mm EC042B product introduced in 2019 and enhances a line of motors with integrated, programmable drives. The IDEA Motor combines a precision brushless servo motor […]
Selecting the right motor-battery combinations for battery-powered commercial equipment
Battery-powered motor applications need careful design work to match motor performance and power-consumption profiles to the battery type. Optimal motor and battery pairing relies on the selection of an efficient motor as well as a battery with the appropriate capacity, cost, size, maintainability, and discharge duration and curve. By Scott McMillan • Senior Applications Engineer […]
