TMC5160 Stepper Driver Selection Guide

The TMC5160 series from Trinamic is a high-performance stepper motor driver designed for industrial automation, robotics, and precision motion control systems. All three models support 20 A output current, 10–50 V supply range, and microstepping up to 1/256, ensuring smooth motion and high positioning accuracy.

The main difference between TMC5160A-TA-T, TMC5160A-WA, and TMC5160A-TA lies in packaging and production suitability.

• TMC5160A-TA-T – Reel packaging with TQFP-EP package, ideal for mass production in CNC systems and industrial automation.

• TMC5160A-WA – QFN wettable-flank package offering better thermal performance and EMI control, suitable for robotics, medical devices, and high-reliability systems.

• TMC5160A-TA – Tray packaging version designed for prototyping and small-batch development.

Typical Applications

• Industrial automation systems

• Robotics motion control

• CNC controllers

• Precision positioning platforms

The TMC5160 family offers flexible packaging options that support development, mass production, and high-reliability motion control applications.