In today’s world, where products are required to be both compact and high-performance, small motors are widely used in a variety of fields, including medical devices, industrial equipment, and optical instruments. However, with so many types of small motors available, each with different characteristics, selecting the optimal motor is no easy task.

In this article, we will clarify the definitions and classifications of small motors and present application examples by use case. Furthermore, we will explain the specifications to check during selection and the benefits of adoption, providing engineers with practical knowledge to find the small motor best suited to their company’s requirements.