1. Products Overview

Step motor is an executive agency that converts electrical pulses into corner displacement. You can control the angle displacement by controlling the number of pulses to achieve the purpose of accurate positioning. At the same time, you can control the speed and acceleration of the motor rotation by controlling the pulse frequency to achieve the purpose of the speed regulation.

The hybrid step motor is currently the most widely used step motor, and everyone is familiar with the stepper motor. Here, we briefly introduce how to choose the right step motor for our applications.

How to choose the right step motor for our applications?

The choice of stepping motor torque

The torque of the stepping motor is similar to the "power" of traditional motors. Of course, there is an essential difference. The physical structure of the stepping motor is completely different from AC and DC motors and the output power can be variable.

Generally, we select the motor size according to the torque need in operation. For example, if the torque needed is less than 0.8N.M, frame size 20/28/35/39/42mm stepper motors are suitable. If the required torque is about 1N.M, select 57mm motor. When the required torque is several N.M or even more, usually selected stepping motors with frame size 86/110/130mm or bigger.

The stepping motor speed selection

Special consideration should be taken for the speed of the target stepper motor. Because the output torque of the motor is inversely proportional to the speed. That is to say, when the stepper motor speed is low (500-600 rpm or lower speed per minute), its output torque is larger. When the motor speed is increasing, the motor toque will be decreasing and especially when with the speed of 1000rpm and above.

Sometimes when high-speed motors are needed, the coil resistance, inductance and other indicators of the stepped motor must be considered carefully. Choose a motor with a slightly less inductance is better, as the output torque is normally higher. However, if want low speed and big torque, a stepper motor with inductance no less than 10mH is better.

Selection of no-load-starting frequency

This is a more important indicator for buying motors. If it is required to start and stop frequently within a short time, and the speed is about 1000 rpm (or higher), it is usually necessary to "accelerated startup", i.e need a motor with high no-load-starting frequency.

Phase selection

Regarding to the choice of the number of step motor phases, many customers do not pay enough attention. In fact, the performance of stepper motors with different phases are different. The more phases, the smaller the steps can be done, and the vibration at work is smaller. In most occasions, two-phase motors are enough. However, if higher performances needed, especially for precision or smoothness, 3-phase or 5-phase can be better.

Select the protection level

There are special step motors, such as water-proof and oil-proof, dust-proof for some special occasions. For example, underwater robots, or fountain etc. need waterproof motors.

Other special specifications

If u need special step motors, please contact us. Within the scope of technical permission, we are happy to provide you with customized services, including but not limited to, current, torque, speed, hollow shaft, dual axis, coder, band, belt Brakes, etc.

The step motor is a motion execution agency that converts the pulse signal into corner displacement or line displacement. Taking the most used hybrid stepping motor as an example, its main features are as the followings.

High loading capacity. Its speed is not affected by the load size. Unlike ordinary motors, the speed will decrease when the load is increased. The speed and position of the step motor have strict requirements.

Convenient control. The step motor rotates in "step", and the digital characteristics are obvious.

Simple structure. The traditional mechanical structure for speed and position control are more complicated, and it is difficult to adjust. After the adoption of step motor, the structure of the whole machine is simpler. At the same time, no need special maintenance, and the failure ratio is very low.

100% still stop, no shaking. Because the stepper motor does not depend on feedback such as position, speed, etc., when the input pulse stops, the step motor can be in an absolute stop. The servo motor cannot be absolutely stopped, so the characteristic of the stepper motor is definitely very popular in the need for high precision applications.

Low noise. By proper subdivision setting, the step motor runs very smooth and the noise is small, which is especially suitable for noise sensitive applications.

Of course, there are obvious disadvantages of the stepper motor, such as high running temperature. Although it does not affect the service life of the stepper motor, it is not suitable for heating sensitive applications. However, with the implement of the step drive control algorithm, the input current adjustment range is getting larger and larger, which helps to reduce the motor heating significantly.

The Applications of Kaifull PRMCAS Hybrid Stepper Motors

Mainly used in industries, aerospace, robotics, precision measurement and other fields, such as optoelectronic theodolites for tracking satellites, military instruments, communication and radar equipment, the widespread application of subdivision drive technology makes the phase number of motors not limited by step angle, bringing convenience to product design. At present, in the subdivision drive technology of stepper motors, chopping constant current drive, instrument pulse width modulation drive, and current vector constant amplitude uniform rotation drive control are adopted, greatly improving the operating accuracy of stepper motors and promoting the development of stepper motors in the direction of high-speed and precision in medium and low-power applications.

Kaifull hybrid stepper motors are currently widely used in various automation equipment and instruments such as engraving machines, laser machines, CNC machine tools, textile and clothing machinery, medical equipment, measuring equipment, electronic processing equipment, packaging machinery equipment, etc.

In the field of robotics

In the field of robotics, stepper motors are widely used to control the motion and direction of robot arms. By sending pulse signals on the motor, the robot can easily and accurately pick up or place items.

Printing assembly

In the printing and assembly industry, stepper motors achieve high-quality printing and assembly by controlling the movement of rollers, discs, and other moving parts on the printing machine.

Medical devices

In the field of medical devices, stepper motors are used to control the automated positioning and movement of surgical robots and medical equipment.

3D printing

In 3D printing technology, stepper motors can achieve complex 3D structures and shapes by controlling the movement of the print head.

Industrial automation

In the field of industrial automation, stepper motors are widely used in the control of various equipment, such as engraving machines, laser machines, CNC machine tools, textile and clothing machinery, medical equipment, measuring equipment, electronic processing equipment, packaging machinery and other automation equipment and instruments.

In summary, stepper motors have become an indispensable component in various application fields, helping various devices and machines complete complex actions through their stable motion and precise control.

2. Hybrid Stepper Motor General Technical Specifications

3. Hybrid Stepper motor Performance Datasheet

4. Mechanical Dimensions (in mm)

5. Wiring Diagram

6. Torque Speed Curves