Stepper motors divide a full rotation into hundreds of discrete steps, which makes them ideal to precisely control movements, be it in cars, robots, 3D printers or CNC machines. Most stepper motors ...

Stepping motors offer many advantages. Although feedback is not usually required, stepping motors are compatible with feedback signals, either analog or digital ...

Stepping motors fill a unique niche in the motor controlworld. These motors are commonly used in measurementand control applications. Sample applicationsinclude ink jet printers, CNC machines and ...

Stepper motors resemble servo motors in that both types are characterized by an ability to rotate a partial turn and then stop for any interval with or without holding torque. In addition, both motor ...

Stepmotors and servomotors are both used successfully for positioning in equipment worldwide. However, designers sometimes overlook their distinct characteristics. The two motor types offer different ...

When you think about highly-precise actuators, stepper motors probably aren’t the first device that comes to mind. However, as [Diffraction Limited]’s sub-micron capable micro-manipulator shows, they ...

Gearing up: on the left is an illustration of a 4×4 array of meta-atoms that are rotated using gears and a stepping motor. On the right is a single meta-atom at the centre of rings that illustrate its ...

Use of new materials, advanced stator and rotor design and construction methods enable the PKE stepping motors to produce 1.2 to 1.5 times more torque than a conventional stepping motor, while ...

Available in two stack lengths and a maximum holding torque of 5.1 oz-in., this new motor offers a small and lightweight body combined with high torque technology. The PK Series is perfectly suited ...