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You are here: Home / Controls / Controller/drive features FOC and sensorless control

Controller/drive features FOC and sensorless control

June 17, 2025 By Miles Budimir Leave a Comment

The new N6 from Nanotec is a compact and powerful controller/drive for stepper motors (NEMA 14 to 34) and BLDC motors up to NEMA 23.

With field-oriented control (FOC), the N6 ensures smooth operation and high energy efficiency. Its sensorless closed-loop control provides precise management of torque and speed. The controller/drive supports Hall sensors, incremental encoders (QEI), and SSI encoders. An external braking resistor can also be connected.

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Rated at 6 A continuous and up to 18 A peak, the N6 is ideal for applications up to 300 W. It features six digital and two analog inputs, three feedback channels, and a brake output, making it easy to integrate into complex systems. The N6 can be programmed and parameterized with Nanotec’s free software Plug&Drive Studio, and supports EtherCAT, CANopen, Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP, and Modbus RTU.

The controller/drive is designed for demanding applications in laboratory automation, medical technology, packaging equipment, SMD assembly, and winding systems. STO (Safe Torque Off) functionality will be available soon.

For more information, visit www.nanotec.com.

 

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