Motors

April 2010

DC Motors
AMETEK Technical & Industrial Products (Harleysville, PA) offers the Pittman® Series 8540 30-mm brush-commutated DC motors that integrate bonded neodymium magnets and 7- slot straight armature to minimize cogging.

The motors feature a diamond-turned commutator and copper-graphite brushes for high current capacity. The motors are 1.181" in diameter and are available in three standard lengths of 2.080, 2.552, and 3.025".

They achieve continuous torque to 9.3 oz-in and continuous power to 43W, depending on model. They also feature peak torque up to 78.7 oz-in and speeds to 6440 rpm at continuous torque for standard motors at rated voltages.

A PC board brush card with integral surface-mount components incorporates electrical noise suppression, and an integral connector header enables custom leadwire configurations. The modular design accommodates gearboxes, encoders, and brakes using adapter plates and shaft extension modifications.

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DC Gearmotor
Midwest Motion Products (Watertown, MN) has released the Model MMP-D22-376H-24V GP52-195 BR-005 DC gearmotor with integral brake. Accepting any 24V DC source, including battery power, the encoder-compatible gearmotor/brake measures 2.25" in diameter and 9" in length.

It has a keyed output shaft of 12 mm diameter by 25 mm long. Mounting is accomplished with four facemount M5 threaded holes, equally spaced on a 40- mm-diameter B.C. Output of the reversible gearmotor is rated for 215 in/lbs of continuous torque at 10 RPM, and 443 in/lbs peak.

The motor weighs 4 pounds and requires 1.7 Amps at 24 Volts DC to generate its full load torque. Motor windings for 12, 36, 48, 60, and 90V are available.

The motor features an integral brake capable of 5 in/lbs of holding torque. Also, a rear shaft and mounting holes are provided for the addition of an optical encoder, available with resolutions of 32, 100, 250, 500, 1000, and 1024 ppr. The motor is rated at an IP 54 protection level for operation in harsh environments.

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February 2010

Intelligent Motor
The SM3416DT-PLS2 SmartMotor(TM) from Animatics (Santa Clara, CA) delivers up to 480 oz-in. of peak torque and over 200 oz-in. of continuous torque, at speeds of over 5,000 rpm.

It incorporates high-speed position capture, advanced torque overshoot braking, and modetorque- brake. An eight-pole, segmented stator design improves power density.

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June 2009

Stepper Motor
Portescap, West Chester, PA, has introduced hollow-shafted versions to its revolutionary family of h3 stepper motors. Hollow shaft models promise increased design flexibility by allowing wires or other media to be routed through the motor shaft, effectively reducing the space required of the motor solution.

H3 hollow shaft step motors are available in NEMA 17, 23 and 34 frame sizes, with hollow shaft diameters of 4, 7, and 11mm in diameter, respectively. These 1.8-degree step motors feature a unique design that enables them to deliver up to 30% higher torque than traditional hybrid step motors.

They incorporate an aluminum housing for superior heat dissipation and lower power consumption, neodymium iron boron magnets for optimal torque density, and a bearing retainer and o-ring to help reduce motor noise. Larger bearings enable the motor to effectively handle higher side and radial loads.

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Direct Drive Motors
The ULT-O Outside Rotating frameless motor kits latest from Applimotion, Loomis, CA, give the customer flexibility of a large through hole and low profile. The rotor is external to the stator, enabling the customer to integrate the rotor ring into an outside rotating hub.

Similar to all ULT motors, the ULT-O series motors are optimized for smooth low speed motion or high precision applications. They can run at very low speeds in positioning applications, or at high speeds for scanning systems. These motors operate from traditional three-phase brushless DC or AC sinusoidal servo drives. Windings are available for operation from 12-300 volts DC.

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Stepper Motor/Driver
The MDrive® from Intelligent Motion Systems, Marlborough, CT, is a quad stack NEMA size 23 brushless 1.8deg stepping motor that delivers speed-torque comparable to a single stack NEMA 34, but with a footprint 1/3 smaller. In addition, the quad stack 23 motor solution costs 20% less than the size 34.

The MDrive23Plus with quad stack motor is capable of full (256 × 200) microstepping with a +12 to +60 VDC integrated driver. Three versions are available: micro stepping with step and direction input, motion control with intelligent programmable controller, and speed control with velocity controller. Operating temperature range is –40° to +85°C. The motor is available with encoders, planetary gearboxes, QuickStart Kits and interface cables.

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April 2009

DC Gearmotors
Designed for high torque, tight space applications, the FlexTorq™ 762 series hollow shaft offset DC gearmotors from Bison Gear & Engineering Corp., St. Charles, IL, feature either a 1.25in. (31.75mm) I.D. hollow shaft, or a 1.25in. diameter solid shaft in u-shaped or s-shaped configurations.

Driven by 1/20, 1/4 or 1/2hp, 90Vdc variable speed motors, the gearmotors are available in nine standard off-the shelf models. Fixed output speeds on the standard FlexTorq™ units range from 1.2 to 65 RPM. Bison’s pinion gears are integral to the motor shaft.

The pinions are heat treated in carbon nitride to produces a hardened, wear resistant surface. The bearings and gears are lubricated with oil rather than grease.

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February 2009

24Vdc Gearmotor
The Model No. MMP-TM55-24V GP52-059 dc gearmotor from Midwest Motion Products (Watertown, MN) produces 60in.-lb. of torque at 78 rpm. Designed to operate on 24 Vdc, it measures 2.14in. diameter × 7.75in. long, and has a keyed output shaft 12mm diameter × 25mm long. Mounting is via four M5 threaded holes.

The motor draws just 3.6A at 24 Vdc and is designed to IP54 specifications for harsh environments. Options including motor windings for 12, 36, 48, and 90Vdc operation.

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Servo Motors
The SM2315D-PLS2 and SM2315DT-PLS2 integrated servo motors from Animatics Corp. (Santa Clara, CA) have a built-in controller, encoder, and amplifier, and can be programmed to control several machines. They achieve resolution up to 4,000 counts/rev. to offer smoother velocity and tighter position control.

Features include enhanced trajectory overshoot braking, high-speed position capture input, interrupt subroutines, programmable software over-travel limits, and choice of absolute and relative CAM Mode with CAM Dwell. The motors’ drive protection scheme results in higher torque.

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Clean Room Motor
The Clean Motors from HaydonKerk Motion So - lutions (Waterbury, CT) are designed to limit contaminants and outgassing in vacuum environments.

The motors operate in vacuum down to 10-9 Torr. The motors are constructed of non-volatile materials, cleaned using ultrasonic equipment, and vacuum-baked at high temperature to extract contaminants. The motors have stainless steel bearings, Teflon wires, and high-temperature windings.

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Integrated Motor/Drive
The MDrive14Plus Microstepping and MDrive14Plus Half/Full Step motor/drives from Intelligent Motion Systems (Marlborough, CT) use a NEMA size 14 brushless 1.8in. stepping motor and measure just 1.9 × 1.4 × 2.0 in.

The microstepping version is capable of full microstepping, while the Half/Full Step version is for applications requiring no more than half and full step. Features include +12 to +48 Vdc supply input, a choice of internal magnetic or external optical encoders with multiple line counts and index mark, and an operating temperature range of -40 to +85°C. Oversized input capacitors minimize power line surges.

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AC Gearmotor
The VWDIR20 AC gearmotors from Bison Gear & Engineering Corp. (St. Charles, IL) are rated 1/4 hp (186 watts) at 115V, 60 Hz. The compact, integral gear reducers feature a phenolic high speed gear for low noise and steel gearing in subsequent stages, with ratios ranging from 14:1 to 286:1. Continuous torque ratings range from 100 to 600 in-lbs (11.3 to 67.8 N-m).

The gearmotors feature built-in face and fount mounting, with overhung load (OHL) capability up to 300 lb (136.4 kg). The VWDIR line now includes right angle, parallel shaft and offset parallel shaft designs utilizing AC, DC and universal motors from 1/30 to 1/2 horsepower (25 to 373 watts), with fixed output speeds from 1.5 to 181 RPM and continuous torque ratings up to 800 in-lbs (90.4 N-m).

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August 2008

Piezo Motor
The P-653 piezo motor from Physik Instrumente (Auburn, MA) is smaller than other miniature linear stages and provides higher velocity and resolution. The linear motor system comprises only four parts and provides speeds of up to 200 mm/sec (8in./sec). Measuring only 8.0mm long, the stage offers a travel range of 2mm and sub-micron resolution, combined with a high holding force of 0.15N (0.5 oz).

Integrating the P-653 into an application is simple because the moving slider and the piezo motor are assembled as a unit and already mounted on a PCB driver board requiring only a 5-VDC supply voltage. The motor drives are ideal for OEM applications where space is at a premium. They are optimized to move small objects such as optical fibers, micro-optics, or micro-electro-mechanical elements fast and precisely.

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Brushless DC Motor
Maxon Motor (Fall River, MA) is launching a range of flat brushless DC motors with integrated electronics. The EC 20 flat, EC 32 flat and EC 45 flat motors with integrated electronics reduce the user’s need for control input to the absolute minimum. Motors are available in two-wire versions with sp - e ed proportional to the applied operating voltage of 10 to 28 volts.

A five-wire version offers ad d i tional functionality and a wider operating range with set value input, enable and speed monitor. Current limitation, under and over-voltage switch-off plus temperature monitoring are standard in all models. The motors have an operating range of 2 to 50 watts. They are suited for use where there is minimal installation space, and where long service life and constant speed are required.

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April 2008

Brushless Motor Design Kit
Luminary Micro (Austin, TX) has introduced the Stellaris brushless DC motor control reference design kit, enabling designers without prior motor control experience to implement an advanced motor control system. The kit comprises a four-quadrant controller for three-phase brushless DC motors rated up to 36V, 500W, and 60,000RPM; CAN and Ethernet network interfaces; a 32-bit Stellaris microcontroller; and embedded software to control motors. Inexperienced designers can successfully implement a sophisticated motor control system using the kit. The Stellaris LM3S8971 microcontroller, containing 256 Kbytes of single-cycle internal flash memory, handles all PWM synthesis, position, and analog sensing, as well as Ethernet and CAN networking. Only a few power ICs are needed to complete the design.

Built on a two-layer printed circuit board, the motor control circuit has an on-board braking circuit, optional fan, analog and digital control inputs, and screw terminals for power and signal wiring. Interrupt-driven embedded software provides four-quadrant operation for precise motor control using Hall effect, quadrature, or sensorless operation. The graphical control program allows users to experiment with varying drive parameters and observe the effect on motor performance.

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February 2008

Integrated Motor/Controller
The I2 integrated motor and controller from Specialty Motors (Valencia, CA) combines a brushless DC servomotor with built-in drivers, controllers, and feedback devices. Applications software provides motor control, requiring the engineer only to select velocity or position control mode.

The motor runs on 90 to 240 Vac or Vdc. Logic levels are programmable from TTL through 24 V to interface any digital device such as controllers or sensors. The motor provides velocity control from 0.1° per second to the motor’s maximum no-load speed with an average accuracy of less than 0.3°C. It generates maximum torque from 45 to 250 oz-in., with no-load speeds from 2,000 to 8,000 rpm.

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December 2006

Bi-Directional Motors
Oilgear Co. (Milwaukee, WI) introduced the MFW and MVW fixed and variable displacement bi-directional high-speed motors, offered in two frame sizes and four displacements. Features are: cylinder mounted in polymerous journal bearings for special fluids, a hard-on-hard rotating group for greater contaminate resistance, a sealed front shaft bearing, metered hydrodynamic or regenerative braking, maximum pressure of 4,500 psi, and maximum speed to 3,000 rpm. The MFW fixed displacement motor maintains constant torque with varying horsepower. Maximum torque is available at all times during operation. Horsepower output is approximately proportional to speed. The MVW variable displacement motor operates with constant horsepower and variable torque, or with constant torque or constant horsepower. In operation, the motor can adjust speed over a 4:1 range when driven by a fixed delivery hydrostatic pump.

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DC Gearmotor
Midwest Motion Products (Watertown, MN) released the Model No. MMP-S28-400A GP81-046 BR-015 DC gearmotor. The device accepts any 24 V DC source. The gearmotor is reversible; the output is rated for 61 Nm continuous torque at 43 rpm and 100 Nm peak. Motor windings for 36, 48, 60, and 90 V are available. The integrally mounted failsafe brake requires 24 V DC power and features a holding torque of 15 in-lbs. Mounting is accomplished with four “face mount” M-6 threaded holds, equally spaced on a 65 mm B.C. diameter. Dimensions are 3.2 (max diameter) × 13.3" long, and the unit has a keyed output shaft diameter of 19 × 49 mm long..

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October 2006

Linear-Arc Motor
Applimotion (Loomis, CA) offers the LARC Series of linear-arc motors, a combination of a disk drive voice coil motor and brushless linear motor. The units can be driven by three-phase brushless motor controllers from 24 to 300 volts with speeds ranging from 0.1 to 1000 rpm. Features include axial low profile, with options as low as 10 mm axial thickness up to 800 mm diameter. Torque output is approximately 15 lb-in per radial inch of arc. With a 360° magnet track, they can run continuously. Hall Devices are a standard option.

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Angle Torque Motors
H2W Technologies, Inc. (Valencia, CA) released limited angle torque motors (“torquers”) that are single phase, brushless, low profile motors, vacuum compatible to 10^5 torr. Options include kit motors and housed motors. A linear servo amplifier and plug-and-play systems are available. Standard/custom designs include miniature 1.4 Ncm continuous, torque 5.2 Ncm peak torque (2 oz-in, 6 oz-in motors) and 706 Ncm continuous torque 2,118 5.2 Ncm peak (1,000 oz-in continuous torque, 3,000 oz-in peak) motors. Two series are available; the MR series feature a toroidally wound iron core stator with 2, 4, or 6 pole permanent magnet rotors, and provides angular excursions to 180°. The series is available in standard and low profile versions.

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DC Gear Motors
Nidec Copal USA Corp (Torrance, CA) offers the MG16 series of sub-miniature brush DC motors with high torque planetary boxes. The 8-model series is RoHS compliant and measures 16 mm. Available gear ratios include 60:1, 120:1, 240:1, and 500:1 with two excitation voltage levels of 6 VDC and 12 VDC. Performance ranges from 4.86 oz-in rated torque at 164 rpm and 22.6 oz-in starting torque for the 6-volt model with a 60:1 ratio, to 28 oz-in rated torque at 21 rpm and 146 oz-in started torque for the 12-volt model with a 500:1 ratio. Maximum gear motor weight for the 500:1 gear ratio is 1.24 oz. All models can operate from 0°C to 50°C ambient temperature range. Options include an encoder.

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August 2006

Motor & Driver Package
The CRK series from Oriental Motor USA Corp (Torrance, CA) combines a five-phase stepping motor with a compact, low-vibration microstepping driver. In microstep operating mode, the driver provides 25 preset angle selections up to a capability of 250 microsteps per full step. The basic angle can be adjusted to match a twophase stepping motor's step angle. The series is available in four frame sizes: 20 mm, 28 mm, 42 mm, and 60 mm. Motors are available with step motor holding torques ranging from 3.2 oz-in to 230 oz-in. The standard tapered hob TH gear type has gear ratios from 3.6:1 to 30:1, with a maximum backlash of 60 arc-minutes. The planetary PN gear type possesses gear ratios from 5:1 to 50:1, with a maximum backlash of 3 arc-minutes. The harmonic HG gear type provides gear ratios of 50:1 and 100:1 with no backlash.

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Translation/Rotation Stage
PI L.P. (Auburn, MA) has released the M-110 series translation stages that provide linear motion of 5, 15, and 25 mm. Available are X, XY, and XYZ systems, which can be combined with the M-116 miniature rotary stage. The systems can be equipped with high-speed piezo drives. Features include 50-nm true minimum incremental motion, choice of lead screw drives and ball screw drives, and integrated Hall effect limit and reference switches. A choice of closed-loop DC motors and stepper motors is available. The encoder on the DC servo motor version features 0.007 micrometer resolutions per count. One- to four-axis systems are available.

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June 2006

Gearmotor
The Model MMP-TM55-12V GP52-308 DC gearmotor from Midwest Motion Products (Watertown, MN) accepts any 12-V DC source including battery power. The unit has a diameter of 2.14" and a length of 7.75", with a keyed output shaft 12 mm in diameter by 25 mm long. Mounting is accomplished with 4 face mount M5 threaded holes, equally spaced on a 40-mm-diam-eter B.C. Output is rated for 35 Nm continuous torque at 15 RPM, and 70 Nm peak. The unit requires 7.2 ampere at 12 V DC to generate its full load output torque. Optional 24- and 36-V windings are available.

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Brushless Servomotors
PennEngineering® Motion Technologies (Harleysville, PA) offers the MAE® Series BM brushless servo motors that can be equipped with Hall effect sensors and encoders. The motors feature copper integrated in the stator’s winding. They are available in nine models incorporating four- or eight-pole stators. A rotor structure allows maximum magnetic flux. Motor lengths range from 55 mm to 274.5 mm, and external diameters range from 5.1 cm to 10 cm. Rated torque up to 6 Nm and peak torque up to 18 Nm can be reached, depending on the model. The servomotors can be mounted with flanges.

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February 2006

Frameless Motors
Applimotion (Loomis, CA) has released ULT direct drive frameless motors in sizes up to 355-mm diameter, with 200-mm through holes, covering <1 NM to 1,000 NM of peak torque. The through holes enable the motors to be used in systems requiring passage for cables, optical components, and lasers. The motors connect to standard three-phase brushless amplifiers or digital drives. They feature low-profile axial height with a 10:1 ratio between diameter and length. Most versions are offered with hall devices that do not lengthen the motor. Applications include direct drive systems in precision inspection and metrology, satellite scanning and tracking systems, and medical devices.

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Motor/Driver/Encoder
Lin Engineering (Santa Clara, CA) offers the SilverPak 23DE, and integrated NEMA 23 high-torque, 1.8° bipolar step motor; microstepping driver; and encoder. The system is 2.25" wide and is available in three body lengths: 2.52", 2.96", and 3.89". Depending on stack size, the integrated motor/driver is capable of producing up to 294 oz-in of holding torque. It operates from 15 VDC to 48 VDC and the available phase current ranges from 0.3 amps to 3 amps peak.

The motor/driver combination features jumper configurable step resolutions from 2× microstepping to 256× microstepping, and four selectable damping modes. The unit also features optically isolated step, direction, and disable/enable inputs; and under-voltage and over-temperature protection.

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Brushless Gearmotor
Midwest Motion Products (Watertown, MN) offers the MMP-B23-150H-24V GP52-035 BR- 005 brushless DC gearmotor/brake that features Hall Cell Commutation. The gearmotor measures 2.3" in diameter by 9.2" long, and has a keyed output shaft of 12 × 25 mm. Mounting is accomplished with four face-mount M5 threaded holes, equally spaced on a 40-mm diameter B.C.

Gearmotor output is rated for 16.4 Nm continuous torque at 100 RPM, and 18 Nm peak. It requires just 8.5 ampere at 24 volts DC to generate its full load output torque. Optional 12- and 36-volt windings are available. It is rated at IP 54 protection for operation in harsh environments. Options include integral optical encoders, analog tachometers, and planetary gearheads with standard ratios from 3:1 to 450:1.

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Brushless Vibration Motors
Nidoc Copal USA Corp. (Torrance, CA) offers the LVB10 line of brushless vibration motors measuring 10 mm outside diameter and 3.4 mm axial length. The LBV10-003 model reaches speeds of 13,500 rpm and draws a rated current of 76 milliamps, while the LBV10- 008 model reaches 12,000 rpm at 62 milliamps. The developed vibration force is 1.8 grams on both models.

The drive electronics are integrated inside the motor case with two leads exiting to a 3-volt DC battery source. Applications include medical alert devices, personal safety detectors, cell phones, and radios.

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Servo Motor
Nanomotion (Ronkonkoma, NY) offers the MM industrial servo motor that provides unlimited rotary or linear motion with 0.17 N of driving force and velocity to 235 mm/sec. The motor measures 9 × 17 × 5 mm and weighs 5 grams. It works with the company’s standard amplifiers and any servo control, and can be integrated into most bearing structures.

The motor is suitable for operation in vacuum and for end-of-arm tooling requirements. The motor is based on ultrasonic standing waves, a patented technology that provides high resolution, unlimited travel, and no intrinsic magnetic field. The technology is suited for applications in semiconductor, fiber optic, electronics, biomedical, automotive, and general assembly manufacturing equipment.

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Brushless DC Motors
Pittman® Brushless DC servomotors from PennEngineering® Motion Technologies (Harleysville, PA) feature a slotless stator design for applications in data storage, medical, semiconductor, and automation. Features include low inductance and high current bandwidth for control during rapid acceleration in incremental motion applications, and a large magnetic air gap that minimizes viscous torque losses.

The motors are available in three frame sizes with 3-phase slotless stators and 4-pole rotors with neodymium magnets. Speeds to 8,000 RPM are possible. Peak torques range from 13.3 oz-in to 195 oz-in, depending on model.

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December 2005

DC Servomotors
MAE® Series 500 brush-commutated DC servomotors from PennEngineering® Motion Technologies (Harleysville, PA) are designed for power applications in industries such as data storage, medical, semiconductor processing, and automation. The motors are available in two lengths and can achieve speeds to 5,400 RPM and continuous torque to 57 ozin, depending on the model. Speed, voltage, current, and torque characteristics can be tailored to specific applications. Standard features include 11-slot armatures, ball bearings, and two-pole stators. The motors can be customized with encoders to provide position and direction feedback needs, tachogenerators, and gearboxes.

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Ironless Linear Motor
Parker Hannifin Corp. (Webster, TX) has released the M50 series of ironless linear motors for applications requiring continuous accelerations for relatively light payloads such as die sorting, high-speed pick and place, injection mold loading/unloading, and textile weaving. Peak forces from 847 to 3811 N and continuous forces from 189 to 852 N are available from coils weighing 1.6 to 7.2 pounds.

Features include a connector module incorporating commutation sensors and home and over-travel limit sensors, modular magnets for unlimited travel lengths, and plastic spacers between the magnets to provide a flush surface.

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AC Servo Motor
Trumation (Harris, MN) offers the JVL MAC motor, an AC servo motor and controller combined in a single unit. The servo motor, hall sensors, encoder, and control circuitry make up a self-contained, integrated unit in which the driver and controller are mounted behind the motor in a sealed housing. System intelligence is decentralized by off-loading control functions to the device level. The motor is suited for distributed control architectures in factory automation processes. The motor is available in two sizes — the smaller in 50, 95, 140, or 141 W, and the larger in 750 W. The motors use standard flanges and can directly replace a step motor without mechanical modification.

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DC Gearmotor
Midwest Motion Products (Watertown, MN) has released the MMPS28- 150C-24V GP81-035 DC gear motor that accepts any 24-volt DC source, including battery power. The motor measures 3.2" in diameter by 8.5" long, and has a keyed output shaft of 19 mm x 40 mm. Mounting is achieved with 4 face-mount M6 threaded holes, equally spaced on a 65-mm diameter B.C. Output is rated for 20 Nm continuous torque at 100 RPM, and 90 Nm peak. It requires 13.4 ampere at 24 volts DC to generate its full load output torque. Optional 12-, 36-, and 48-volt windings are available. Options include integral optical encoders, failsafe brakes, analog tachometers, and planetary gearheads. A rear shaft extension accommodates an encoder.

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Step Motors
QuickSilver Controls (San Dimas, CA) offers NEMA 35 IP65 step motors with encoders for washdown applications. The motors feature stall torques ranging from 460 ounce-inches for the model 34N-1, to 2,550 ounce-inches for the model 34HC-4. Peak output levels reach 580 watts with the 34HC-3 model. Input drive voltage ranges from 12 VDC to 48 VDC. Two IP65 industrial round connectors are used for encoder and motor signals. All motors come standard with a 16,000 count/rev encoder. A shaft seal is included to extend the IP65 rating to the shaft. A controller/drive provides closed loop servo control.

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October 2005

Servo Amplifiers & Motors
Industrial Indexing Systems (Victor, NY) offers the Toei/Toshiba V Series servo amplifiers and motors with digital signal processing control. Available motors range from 1500 to 3000 RPM, with power ratings from 30W to 37KW and high-response resolver feedback. Amplifiers feature twin-processor DSP control and six modes of operation: speed (±10V control), torque (±10V control), position, speed/torque/position, speed profile, and encoder follower. The amplifiers also offer status display and keypad, PC software for setup, ten size ranges, and analog, digital, and 24V I/O. Available options include a built-in indexer, RS-485 control, a gear reducer, and a failsafe brake.

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Pancake Stepper Motor
Haydon Switch & Instrument (Waterbury, CT) has released a hollow pancake stepper motor with a 2.5" hole in the center for a microwave tube. It is designed for applications where accurate positioning and high torque are required. The motor has a 1.8º step angle and provides up to 400 oz/in of torque. The motor’s outside diameter is 5.7" by 1.25" thick. Standard configuration includes ball bearings. Coils are available in bipolar or unipolar configurations in a range of voltages.

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DC Gearmotor
Midwest Motion Products (Watertown, MN) has released the MMP-TM55-36V GP52-007 DC gearmotor that accepts any 36-volt DC source, including battery power. It measures 2.14" in diameter by 6.75" long, and has a keyed output shaft of 12 mm × 25 mm. The gearmotor mounts with four face-mount M5 threaded holes, equally spaced on a 40-mm diameter B.C. Output is rated for 0.85 nm continuous torque at 700 RPM, and 4.0 nm peak. It requires just 2.6 ampere at 36 volts DC to generate its full load output torque. Optional 12 and 24V windings also are available. The unit is rated at an IP 54 protection level for operation in harsh environments.

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Step Motors
The Portescap 20M024 Can Stack step motors from Danaher Motion (Wood Dale, IL) are available with unipolar or bipolar winding construction. Bipolar windings provide up to 1.6 oz-in of holding torque. Windings can be optimized to specific requirements, with 1.25 W of input power per winding. They provide a 15° step angle and are suitable for applications in medical equipment, and HVAC systems. Sintered bronze sleeve bearings are standard. Ball bearings are available as an option.

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August

Motors
Bodine Electric Company’s (Chicago, IL) Pacesetter™ family of AC inverter duty motors, gearmotors, and AC variable speed controls consist of all new motor and gearhead combinations for maximum output power in the smallest package. The Pacesetter motors and gearmotors are rated from 1/25- 3/4 HP, 230 VAC, 60 Hz, 3-phase for operation with a wide range of inverter products.

A Quintsulation™ five-stage insulation system is designed to meet NEMA MG 1-1993, Section IV, Part 31. The inverter-grade magnet wire and Class “F” insulation system offers protection against spikes and corona damage caused by the inverter. Pacesetter gearmotors are UL recognized for construction, CSA certified, and in compliance with the Low Voltage Directive “CE”. For Free Info Visit http://info.ims.ca/5215-310

Brushless DC Motor
The 000308-02 low-cogging brushless DC kit motor from Servo Magnetics (Canoga Park, CA) is designed for applications that are sensitive to torque ripple. Smooth running characteristics make it suitable for high-resolution printing, scanning, and positioning applications. The compact (3.6"x1.25") design creates a peak torque of 200 oz-in. At 60 rpm the motor produces a cogging torque of no greater than 1 oz-in. A proprietary encapsulation process protects the motor windings in harsh environments. For Free Info Visit http://info.ims.ca/5215-312

June

DC Motor
Servo Magnetics (Canoga Park, CA) has released the 000-0358 brushless DC frameless motor providing 600 oz-in of torque with an efficiency of 80%. At 48 V, the motor operates at 200 rpm and is capable of delivering a burst of stall toque up to 1,300 oz-in. The motor measures 6.5" x 2" and is designed for low-speed servo applications.

High-energy, high-temperature rare-earth magnets are utilized, making it suitable for use in demanding temperatures. A variety of electrical and mechanical options are available including windings for specific power requirements, drive-specific commutation, and custom mounting configurations.
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Stepper Motors
MicroMo Electronics (Clearwater, FL) has added lead screw output shafts to complement its line of two-phase stepper motors for linear actuation. The lead screw shafts are press fitted directly to the motor’s rotor, eliminating the need for shaft couplers.

Miniature stepper motors are available with diameters of 6, 8, 10, 12, 15, and 22 mm. Standard lead screws offered for these motors include the low friction torque M 1.2 x 0.25 mm, the extra fine M2 x 0.2 mm, and the M3 x 0.5 mm. Various lengths are available and come with optional self-lubricating nuts.
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DC Gear Motor
Midwest Motion Products (Watertown, MN) has released a new DC Gear Motor — the MMP.TM55-24V.GPk52-016.1 — measuring 2.14" x 7.25". The keyed output shaft is 12 x 25 mm. Easy mounting is accomplished with four “face mount” M5 threaded holes. The output of the gearmotor is rated for 1.6 Nm continuous torque at 280 rpm, and 40 Nm Peak. It requires just 3.5 A at 24 VDC to generate its full load output torque.

Options include 12-V windings, integral optical encoders, failsafe brakes, analog tachometers, and planetary gear heads. Standard ratios from 3:1 to 450:1. Standard or low backlash precision gearing available.
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Brushless Motors
Maxon Precision Motors’ (Burlingame, CA) EC-powermax 30-mm brushless motors are electronically commutated and have built-in Hall effect sensors to provide feedback to the control electronics. Good heat dissipation and high overload capability is attained by assembling the motor with coils outside of the rotor.

The motor has a stainless steel housing, diameter of 30 mm, length of 64 mm, and weighs 270 g. Continuous output power is 200 W, and maximum speed is 22,000 rpm. Using a four-pole rotor allows for maximum continuous torque of 130 mNm (18.4 oz-in). Ambient temperature range is -40°C to 100°C. Utilizing neodymium magnets results in a responsive mechanical time constant of <2ms, while minimizing overall size.
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Diaphragm Pumps
Series 3013 miniature diaphragm pumps from Rietschle Thomas (Sheboygan, WI) offer long maintenance-free life, quiet operation, efficiency, and the ability to restart under pressure or vacuum. Six models are available for instrumentation and air sampling applications. Either permanent magnet or extra-longlife brushless DC motors are offered in 3.0-, 4.5-, or 12.0-V ratings.

The polycarbonate pump head, and EPDM diaphragm and seals, are engineered for durability and corrosion resistance. Maximum air flow is rated at 1.3 ml/min. Maximum pressure is rated at 6.5 psi.
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April

Brushless Motor
Maxon Precision Motors’ (Burlingame, CA) EC-max 40-mm brushless motor is electronically commutated, enabling extremely long motor life. Hall effect sensors are built in to the motor, providing feedback to the control electronics. The motor is assembled with the coils on the outside of the rotor, allowing good heat dissipation and high overload capability.

It has a stainless steel housing, 40-mm diameter, and 88-mm length. Continuous output power is 120 W. Maximum speed is 12,000 RPM. Maximum continuous torque is up to 195 mNm (27.6 oz-in) depending on the winding. Ambient temperature range is -40°C to 100°C.
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Integrated Motor
The SM1720D SmartMotor from Animatics (Santa Clara, CA) has been redesigned with an industry-standard Double D-sub connector with a 15-Pin D-sub I/O and a 7-Pin Combo D-sub Power and I/O. The new connector provides more robust construction, better resistance to harsh environments, and better compatibility with existing systems. The motor offers compact size, fully-integrated motion control capability, and the flexibility to meet challenging motion control requirements.
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Miniature Liquid Pumps
All-new design FLG 12/01-LC miniature liquid pumps from Rietschle Thomas (Sheboygan, WI) incorporate an improved shaft seal and corrosion-resistance features that bring the pump’s life expectancy to more than 1,000 hours. Rotary vane technology provides pulse-less, reversible flow, and quiet operation. The pump comes with a 12-V (nominal) permanent magnet DC motor, capable of operating at 4 to 15 VDC. Polyoxymethylene vanes, butadiene acrylonitrile (NBR) seals, and an injection molded liquid crystal polymer housing combine for an ultra-corrosion-resistant package. The pump measures 2.7"x1.2"x1.1" and weighs 2.6 oz. Maximum fluid flow is rated at 0.34 gal/min. Maximum pressure is rated at 10.2 psi.
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February

Brushless DC Servo Motors
Bodine Electric Company (Chicago, IL) offers e-TORQ™ Direct Drive Brushless DC Servo Motors with a unique electromagnetic design to improve efficiency, minimize size, and maximize torque. They are suitable for applications requiring high torque, compact design, enclosed construction, and economy.

The motors are available in widths of <2", with diameters ranging from 7" to 14" and larger. They deliver over 100 lb-in at speeds of up to 6,000 rpm, all with a wide range of shaft, through hole, or mounting arrangements. Customization is also available.
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Miniature Step Motor
This 1.8° Bipolar Nema 8 Miniature Step Motor, the 208, from Lin Engineering (Santa Clara, CA) is for medical, robotics, communications, and semiconductor applications with limited space. The motor measures only 0.79 in², is available in two stack sizes (1.30" and 1.69" in length), weighs 0.13 lbs, and is capable of up to 4.2 oz-in of holding torque depending on stack size.
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