PWM Drive DC Motor Drives
Last Updated: January 16, 2025 Reviewed by: Jon Lowy, consulting engineer
Description
PWM Drive DC Motor Drives are electronic devices designed to control the speed and torque of DC motors by varying the width of the pulses in a pulse-width modulation (PWM) signal. These drives provide precise control over motor performance, allowing for smooth acceleration and deceleration, as well as maintaining consistent motor speed under varying load conditions.
Working Principle
PWM Drive DC Motor Drives operate by rapidly switching the power supplied to the motor on and off. The duration of the "on" time compared to the "off" time is known as the duty cycle, which determines the average voltage and current supplied to the motor. By adjusting the duty cycle, the drive can control the motor's speed and torque. This method is efficient because it minimizes energy loss in the form of heat, making PWM drives particularly useful for applications requiring precise motor control and energy efficiency.
Applications
PWM Drive DC Motor Drives are used in a wide range of applications. In the automotive industry, they are employed in electric power steering systems and electric vehicle propulsion. In industrial automation, they control conveyor belts, robotic arms, and other machinery requiring precise speed and torque control. In consumer electronics, they are found in devices like drones and electric scooters, where efficient and responsive motor control is crucial.
Advantages over other DC Motor Drives
One significant advantage of PWM Drive DC Motor Drives is their energy efficiency. By minimizing energy loss through heat, they offer better performance compared to linear drives, which dissipate excess energy as heat. PWM drives also provide superior speed control and torque regulation, making them ideal for applications requiring high precision. Additionally, they tend to be more compact and lightweight, which is beneficial in space-constrained environments.
Limitations
Despite their advantages, PWM Drive DC Motor Drives have some limitations. They can generate electromagnetic interference (EMI) due to the high-frequency switching, which may affect nearby electronic equipment. Additionally, the initial cost of PWM drives can be higher than simpler drive systems, and they may require more complex control algorithms, increasing the complexity of the system design.
Considerations
When considering PWM Drive DC Motor Drives, it's important to evaluate the initial costs, which can be higher due to the complexity of the technology. However, the long-term operating expenses may be lower due to their energy efficiency. Durability is generally high, but the drives may require periodic maintenance to ensure optimal performance. Accuracy in speed and torque control is a significant benefit, but potential EMI issues should be addressed, especially in sensitive environments. Replacement and maintenance costs should also be factored into the overall cost of ownership, as these can vary depending on the specific application and operating conditions.
from PI (Physik Instrumente) L.P.
Universal driver module. ACS driver module for the operation of different motor and encoder types, can be configured for a variety of applications. 2 axes, 5 A continuous current per axis possible. 2 motor brakes via PWM brake driver, reduced heat generation of the motor brake. Motion profiles are... [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Motor / System: DC Brushed; DC Brushless; Voice Coil
- Axes: 2.0
- Power: 120 to 480
from Texas Instruments
3-Phase Brushless Motor Pre-Driver with Dual Current Sense Amps and Buck Converter (PWM Ctrl w/ SPI) 56-HTSSOP -40 to 125 [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Configuration: PCB Mount
- DC Input: 6 to 60
- Operating Temperature: -40 to 125
from Allegro MicroSystems Inc.
The A3959 provides flexible PWM control of DC motors with output currents up to ±3A and operating voltages up to 50V. It features selectable current decay modes (slow, fast, mixed) and synchronous rectification for optimized performance and reduced power dissipation. * Note: If you have issues... [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Configuration: PCB Mount
- Motor / System: DC Brushed
from Texas Instruments
3-Phase Brushless Motor Pre-Driver with Dual Current Sense Amps and Buck Converter (PWM Ctrl) 56-HTSSOP -40 to 125 [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Configuration: PCB Mount
- DC Input: 6 to 60
- Operating Temperature: -40 to 125
from Allegro MicroSystems Inc.
The A4970 efficiently drives bipolar stepper motors or two DC motors, with integrated PWM current control, internal clamp diodes, and thermal protection. * Note: If you have issues logging into this feature you may need to enable 3rd party cookies in your browser settings. Download Datasheet [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Configuration: PCB Mount
from Texas Instruments
6.5A Three Phase Brushless DC Motor Driver with Inrush Protection (PWM Ctrl) 44-HTSSOP -40 to 85 [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Peak Current: 6.5
- DC Input: 0 to 52
- Configuration: PCB Mount
from Allegro MicroSystems Inc.
The A4952/3 offers a cost-effective solution for PWM control of DC motors, with integrated protection features and synchronous rectification for enhanced efficiency. * Note: If you have issues logging into this feature you may need to enable 3rd party cookies in your browser settings ECAD Models. [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Configuration: PCB Mount
- Motor / System: DC Brushed
from Texas Instruments
2.5A Three Phase Brushless DC Motor Driver (PWM Ctrl) 28-HTSSOP -40 to 85 [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Peak Current: 2.5
- DC Input: 8 to 60
- Configuration: PCB Mount
from Allegro MicroSystems Inc.
The A4975 offers precise microstepping control of bipolar stepper motors, with selectable decay modes (slow, fast, mixed), an integrated DAC for current control, and internal protection features. * Note: If you have issues logging into this feature you may need to enable 3rd party cookies in your... [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Configuration: PCB Mount
from Texas Instruments
13A Three Phase Brushless DC Motor Driver with Inrush Protection (PWM Ctrl) 36-HSSOP -40 to 85 [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Peak Current: 13
- DC Input: 0 to 52
- Configuration: PCB Mount
from Allegro MicroSystems Inc.
The A3966 simplifies the control of two-phase bipolar stepper motors with its dual full-bridge design, integrated PWM current control, and optimized low saturation voltage outputs for reduced power dissipation. * Note: If you have issues logging into this feature you may need to enable 3rd party... [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Configuration: PCB Mount
from Texas Instruments
Three Phase PWM Motor Driver, DRV8332-HT 44-HTSSOP -55 to 175 [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Peak Current: 13
- DC Input: 0 to 52
- Configuration: PCB Mount
from Allegro MicroSystems Inc.
The A4973 provides bidirectional PWM current control of inductive loads, with selectable current decay modes, integrated protection features, and a sleep mode for reduced power consumption. * Note: If you have issues logging into this feature you may need to enable 3rd party cookies in your browser... [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Configuration: PCB Mount
from Texas Instruments
Dual Full Bridge PWM Motor Driver 36-HSSOP -40 to 85 [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Configuration: PCB Mount
from Allegro MicroSystems Inc.
Serving as a replacement part for the AMT49701 Quad DMOS Full-Bridge PWM Motor Driver. The A5988 offers versatile and efficient control of up to two stepper motors or four DC motors, with independent full-bridge control for each and integrated PWM current regulators for precise current control. *... [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Configuration: PCB Mount
from Texas Instruments
2.8A Brushed DC Motor Driver (PWM Ctrl) 16-HTSSOP -40 to 85 [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Peak Current: 2.8
- DC Input: 8 to 36
- Configuration: PCB Mount
from Allegro MicroSystems Inc.
Stepper Motor Drivers [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Configuration: PCB Mount
from Texas Instruments
2.8A Brushed DC Motor Driver with Current Sense (PWM Ctrl) 16-HTSSOP -40 to 85 [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Peak Current: 2.8
- DC Input: 8 to 36
- Configuration: PCB Mount
from Texas Instruments
Automotive 2.8A Brushed DC Motor Driver with Current Sense (PWM Ctrl) 16-QFN -40 to 125 [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Peak Current: 2.8
- DC Input: 8 to 36
- Configuration: PCB Mount
from Texas Instruments
Automotive 2.8A Brushed DC Motor Driver with Current Sense (PWM Ctrl) 16-WQFN -40 to 125 [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Peak Current: 2.8
- DC Input: 6 to 36
- Configuration: PCB Mount
from Texas Instruments
1A Low Voltage Stepper or Single/Dual Brushed DC Motor Driver (PWM Ctrl) 16-HTSSOP -40 to 85 [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Peak Current: 1
- DC Input: 3 to 11
- Configuration: PCB Mount
from maxon
The ESCON 36/2 DC is a small-sized, powerful 4-quadrant PWM servo controller for the highly efficient control of permanent magnet-activated DC motors up to approximately 72 Watts. [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Power: 72
- DC Input: 10 to 36
- Continuous Current: 2 to 4
from Galil
The AMP-205x0 contains four transconductance, PWM amplifiers for driving brushless or brush-type servo motors. [See More]
- Product: Controller / Drive (optional feature); Multi-Axis; Amplifier; Regenerative; Pulse Width Modulation Drive; MCU
- Motor / System: DC Brushed; DC Brushless; DC Servo; Linear; Current Loop, Digital Diagnostics
- Axes: 2.0
- DC Input: 20 to 60
from Aerotech, Inc.
Design Features. Output power range from 50 A peak to 100 A peak at 320 VDC. No transformer required; direct connection to AC line. Capable of running brushless or single-phase DC brush motors. Velocity, torque, and dual-phase mode input command. Accepts both encoder or tachometer feedback for... [See More]
- Product: Amplifier; Variable Speed; Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Motor / System: DC Brushed; DC Brushless; DC Servo
- Axes: 1.0
- AC Input: 28 to 230
from Microchip Technology, Inc.
The MTD6501G is a 3-phase full-wave driver for brushless sensorless DC motors. It features 180 ° sinusoidal drive, high torque output, and silent drive. Due to its adaptive features and wide power-supply range capabilities (2 to 14V), it is intended to cover a wide range of motor... [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Configuration: PCB Mount
- Continuous Current: 0.8000
from Data Device Corporation (DDC)
Low power H-bridge brush-motor drive with charge pump. 100 V (drain/source) breakdown voltage, 5 Amps continuous/10 Amps peak motor current. [See More]
- Product: Regenerative; Pulse Width Modulation Drive; DSP (optional feature)
- DC Input: 100
- Motor / System: DC Brushed; DC Brushless; DC Servo
- Phase : Three Phase
from Dart Controls, Inc.
Dart's Commutrol ™ Series is a family of brushless DC motor controls designed to provide commutated power and variable speed control for standard 3 phase brushless (BLDC) motors. The controls operate in a basic open loop or closed loop configuration with either 60 ° or 120 ° brushless... [See More]
- Product: Speed Controller; Variable Speed; Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Motor / System: DC Brushless
- Axes: 1.0
- DC Input: 11 to 40
from Citizen Chiba Precision Co., Ltd.
Control Driver for Brushless Motors [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- DC Input: 24
- Motor / System: DC Brushless
- Servo Feedback: Hall Effect
from American Control Electronics
The PML series is general purpose drive for a wide variety of trapezoidal-wound brushless motors. With either a 115 VAC or 230 VAC line source, our drive can control motors that vary in the 90 to 280 VDC range, up to 5 amps or 1.5 HP. With the use of on-board trim pots, you can quickly set the... [See More]
- Product: Speed Controller; Regenerative; Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Motor / System: DC Brushless
- Axes: 1.0
- AC Input: 115 to 230
from maxon
The ESCON 50/5 is a small-sized, powerful 4-quadrant PWM servo controller for the highly efficient control of permanent magnet-activated brushed DC motors or brushless EC motors up to approximately 250 Watts. [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- DC Input: 10 to 50
- Motor / System: DC Brushed
- Power: 250
from Galil
The CDS-3310 is a single-axis controller and drive system for precisely controlling a brush or brushless servo motor. It combines a high-performance, programmable motion controller with a 500W PWM drive in a compact, cost-effective package. The CDS-3310 provides a 10/100 Base-T Ethernet port and up... [See More]
- Product: Controller / Drive; PC-Based; Amplifier; Pulse Width Modulation Drive; MCU
- Axes: 1.0
- Resolution: 32
- Motor / System: DC Brushed; DC Brushless; DC Servo; Linear
from Aerotech, Inc.
Design Features. Network drives through a high-speed serial interface to coordinate up to ten axes of motion. Coordinate motion using up to five independent tasks. Drive and control linear or rotary brushless, DC brush servo, and micro-stepping motors. Command various motion types including:... [See More]
- Product: Multi-Axis; Amplifier; Variable Speed; Pulse Width Modulation Drive; DSP
- Motor / System: DC Brushed; DC Brushless; DC Servo; Linear
- Axes: 1.0
- AC Input: 56
from Microchip Technology, Inc.
The MTD6508 device is a 3-phase full-wave sensorless driver for brushless DC (BLDC) motors. The MTD6508 offers start-up output slew rate and PWM duty cycle control that allow designer to balance between acoustic performance and reliability. With the adaptive features, parameters and wide range of... [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Configuration: PCB Mount
- Continuous Current: 0.7500
from Data Device Corporation (DDC)
High power H-Bridge brush-motor drive with internal drive circuitry. (PWR-82340)200 V (drain/source) breakdown voltage,(PWR-82342)500 V (drain/source) breakdown voltage, and 30 Amps continuous/50 Amps peak motor current. [See More]
- Product: Regenerative; Pulse Width Modulation Drive; DSP (optional feature)
- DC Input: 200
- Motor / System: DC Brushed; DC Brushless; DC Servo
- Phase : Three Phase
from Dart Controls, Inc.
Rated for 10 amps continuous current, the 65E10 is a high performance PWM control for 12, 24, and 36-volt battery powered equipment. Features include adjustable maximum speed, minimum speed, current limit, I.R. compensation, and acceleration, plus a quiet operating frequency of 18kHz. A speed... [See More]
- Product: Battery Controlled; Speed Controller; Variable Speed; Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Motor / System: DC Brushed
- Axes: 1.0
- DC Input: 10 to 14
from Citizen Chiba Precision Co., Ltd.
Special Features. This driver is uninfluenced by ambient variations like temperature because of full software servo. Synchronous Tracking Drive Circuit Controlling without pulse pool is possible. Stable Positioning Integral operation enables high precision stable positioning. Single Power Source... [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- DC Input: 12 to 40
- Motor / System: DC Servo
- Power: 120
from American Control Electronics
The PML series is general purpose drive for a wide variety of trapezoidal-wound brushless motors. With either a 115 VAC or 230 VAC line source, our drive can control motors that vary in the 90 to 280 VDC range, up to 5 amps or 1.5 HP. With the use of on-board trim pots, you can quickly set the... [See More]
- Product: Speed Controller; Regenerative; Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Motor / System: DC Brushless
- Axes: 1.0
- AC Input: 115 to 230
from maxon
The ESCON 70/10 is a small-sized, powerful 4-quadrant PWM servo controller for the highly efficient control of permanent magnet-activated brushed DC motors or brushless EC motors up to approximately 700 Watts. [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- DC Input: 10 to 70
- Motor / System: DC Brushed
- Power: 700
from Galil
The DMC-22x0 stand-alone motion controller is a member of the Optima Series, Galil's prior-generation, multi-axis motion controllers. The DMC-22x0 features 10Base-T/100Base-T Ethernet connectivity. The controller is packaged in a compact, rugged enclosure and contains an internal power supply for... [See More]
- Product: Controller / Drive (optional feature); Multi-Axis; PC-Based; Amplifier; Regenerative; Pulse Width Modulation Drive; MCU
- Axes: 2.0
- Resolution: 32
- Motor / System: DC Brushed; DC Brushless; DC Servo; Linear; Current Loop, Digital Diagnostics
from Aerotech, Inc.
Design Features. Network drives through a high-speed serial interface to coordinate up to ten axes of motion. Coordinate motion using up to five independent tasks. Drive and control linear or rotary brushless, DC brush servo, and micro-stepping motors. Command various motion types including:... [See More]
- Product: Multi-Axis; Amplifier; Variable Speed; Pulse Width Modulation Drive; DSP
- Motor / System: DC Brushed; DC Brushless; DC Servo; Linear
- Axes: 1.0
- AC Input: 70 to 230
from Microchip Technology, Inc.
The MTS62C19A motor driver is an integrated circuit able to drive both windings of a bipolar stepper motor or bi-directionally control two DC motors. The two output bridges can sustain 40 V and deliver up to 750 mA of continuous current each. The maximum output current, controlled by a PWM circuit,... [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Configuration: PCB Mount
- Continuous Current: 0.7500
from Data Device Corporation (DDC)
SPACE-Rated, 3-phase, 19 A, 400 V, radiation-tolerant motor drive with internal power supply (NASA SSQ-22691). [See More]
- Product: Regenerative; Pulse Width Modulation Drive; DSP (optional feature)
- DC Input: 500
- Motor / System: DC Servo
- Phase : Three Phase
from Dart Controls, Inc.
A high performance control for 12, 24, and 36 volt battery powered equipment providing smooth control with high efficiency. The 65 Series is a pulse width modulated battery control utilizing power FET's. The control's advanced design permits a substantial increase in the equipment running time... [See More]
- Product: Battery Controlled; Speed Controller; Variable Speed; Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Motor / System: DC Brushed
- Axes: 1.0
- DC Input: 31 to 41
from Citizen Chiba Precision Co., Ltd.
Special Features. Usable for many different Coreless DC motors thanks to the wide range of power supply voltage: +12V to +50V. No need to prepare a complicated control power supply because of a single power supply. Encoder signal can be used for speed-feedback, in addition to DC tacho signal. [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- DC Input: 12 to 50
- Motor / System: DC Servo
- Voltage: 20
from American Control Electronics
The DCH series combines an AC to DC switching power supply with a regenerative PWM drive, creating an all in one solution to applications requiring control of 12 or 24 VDC motors when only 115 or 230 VAC power is available. The microprocessor design allows the drive to be programmed for custom... [See More]
- Product: Speed Controller; Variable Speed; Regenerative; Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Axes: 1.0
- Resolution: 8
- Motor / System: DC Brushed
from maxon
The ESCON Module 24/2 is a small-sized, powerful 4-quadrant PWM OEM servo controller for the highly efficient control of permanent magnet-activated brushed DC motors and brushless EC motors up to approximately 48 Watts. [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- DC Input: 10 to 24
- Motor / System: DC Brushed
- Power: 48
from Galil
Galil's AMP-19540 is a 4-axis amplifier for driving brush or brushless motors up to 500 Watts. By interfacing directly to Galil's DMC-18x2, DMC-18x0, or DMC-18x6 controllers, it provides a cost-effective controller/drive solution for multi-axis applications. The AMP-19540 contains four... [See More]
- Product: Controller / Drive (optional feature); Multi-Axis; Amplifier; Regenerative; Pulse Width Modulation Drive; MCU
- Axes: 2.0 to 4.0
- Resolution: 32
- Motor / System: DC Brushed; DC Brushless; DC Servo; Linear; Current Loop, Digital Diagnostics
from Aerotech, Inc.
Design Features. Up to eight integrated drives in one stand-alone controller. Additional external drive axes can be added to provide up to ten axes of coordinated motion. Controller architecture capable of coordinating motion of up to five independent tasks. Capable of driving and controlling linear... [See More]
- Product: Controller / Drive; Multi-Axis; Amplifier; Pulse Width Modulation Drive; DSP
- Motor / System: DC Brushed; DC Brushless; DC Servo; Linear
- Axes: 1.0 to 8.0
- AC Input: 100 to 240
from Microchip Technology, Inc.
ATA6823C is designed for automotive body and powertrain applications. The IC is used to drive a continuous current motor in a full H-bridge configuration. An external microcontroller controls the driving function of the IC by providing a PWM signal and a direction signal and allows the use of the IC... [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Configuration: PCB Mount
- Continuous Current: 0.1000
from Data Device Corporation (DDC)
PW-82336. Radiation Tolerant Smart Power 3-Phase Motor Drive (PWR). The PW-82336 is a 3-phase Motor Drive hybrid that utilizes a rad-tolerant MOSFET output stage with 100 VDC rating to deliver 5 A continuous current to the motor. Packaged in a small case with internal logic for optimized... [See More]
- Product: Speed Controller; Amplifier; Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Phase : Three Phase
- Motor / System: DC Brushless
- Voltage: 100
from Dart Controls, Inc.
The 130 Series reversing control from Dart Controls utilizes Dart's unique zero-speed detect and solid state dynamic braking circuits. These circuits eliminate the contact arcing and failed braking problems associated with other reversing and dynamic braking controls. Dart's zero-speed detect... [See More]
- Product: Speed Controller; Variable Speed; Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Motor / System: DC Brushed
- Axes: 1.0
- AC Input: 110 to 125
from American Control Electronics
The DCH series combines an AC to DC switching power supply with a regenerative PWM drive, creating an all in one solution to applications requiring control of 12 or 24 VDC motors when only 115 or 230 VAC power is available. The microprocessor design allows the drive to be programmed for custom... [See More]
- Product: Speed Controller; Variable Speed; Regenerative; Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Axes: 1.0
- Resolution: 8
- Motor / System: DC Brushed
from maxon
The ESCON Module 50/5 is a small-sized, powerful 4-quadrant PWM servo controller OEM module for the highly efficient control of permanent magnet-activated brushed DC motors or brushless EC motors up to approximately 250 Watts. [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- DC Input: 10 to 50
- Motor / System: DC Brushed
- Power: 250
from Galil
The DMC-300xx Series is Galil's latest generation single-axis motion controller. It uses a 32-bit RISC processor to provide higher speed than older models. The DMC-300xx is available as a compact card-level or box-level unit and connects to a stepper or servo motor amplifier of any power range. Or,... [See More]
- Product: Controller / Drive; Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Axes: 1.0
- Resolution: 32
- Motor / System: DC Brushless; DC Servo; Linear
from Aerotech, Inc.
Design Features. Up to six integrated drives in one stand-alone controller. Additional external drive axes can be added to provide up to nine axes of coordinated motion. Controller architecture capable of coordinating motion of up to five independent tasks. Capable of driving and controlling linear... [See More]
- Product: Controller / Drive; Multi-Axis; Pulse Width Modulation Drive; DSP
- Motor / System: DC Brushed; DC Brushless; DC Servo; Linear
- Axes: 6.0 to 9.0
- AC Input: 110 to 230
from Microchip Technology, Inc.
A high-temperature H-bridge motor driver designed for DC motor control applications in automotive high temperature environments. With a maximum junction temperature of 200 ºC, this driver is suitable for applications with an ambient temperature up to 150 ºC. The IC includes four driver... [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Configuration: PCB Mount
- Continuous Current: 0.1000
from American Control Electronics
The DCN series of drives are reliable low voltage drives that provide both speed control and current limiting in low HP applications. Roughly the size of a quarter, these drives are being implemented in applications in which the customer traditionally powers the motor directly off a power supply or... [See More]
- Product: Speed Controller; Variable Speed; Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Motor / System: DC Brushed
- Axes: 1.0
- DC Input: 12
from maxon
The ESCON Module 50/8 HE is a small-sized, powerful 4-quadrant PWM servo controller OEM module for the highly efficient control of permanent magnet-activated brushed DC motors or brushless EC motors up to approximately 400 Watts. Especially for the use under harsh environmental conditions. [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- DC Input: 10 to 50
- Motor / System: DC Brushed
- Power: 400
from Aerotech, Inc.
Design Features. Network drives through a high-speed serial interface to coordinate up to ten axes of motion. Coordinate motion using up to five independent tasks. Drive and control linear or rotary brushless, DC brush servo, and micro-stepping motors. Command various motion types including:... [See More]
- Product: Multi-Axis; Amplifier; Variable Speed; Pulse Width Modulation Drive; DSP
- Motor / System: DC Brushed; DC Brushless; DC Servo; Linear
- Axes: 1.0
- AC Input: 70 to 230
from American Control Electronics
The DCN series of drives are reliable low voltage drives that provide both speed control and current limiting in low HP applications. Roughly the size of a quarter, these drives are being implemented in applications in which the customer traditionally powers the motor directly off a power supply or... [See More]
- Product: Speed Controller; Variable Speed; Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Motor / System: DC Brushed
- Axes: 1.0
- DC Input: 24
from maxon
The ESCON Module 50/8 is a small-sized, powerful 4-quadrant PWM servo controller OEM module for the highly efficient control of permanent magnet-activated brushed DC motors or brushless EC motors up to approximately 400 Watts. [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- DC Input: 10 to 50
- Motor / System: DC Brushed
- Power: 400
from Aerotech, Inc.
Design Features. Network drives through a high-speed serial interface to coordinate up to ten axes of motion. Coordinate motion using up to five independent tasks. Drive and control linear or rotary brushless, DC brush servo, and micro-stepping motors. Command various motion types including:... [See More]
- Product: Multi-Axis; Amplifier; Variable Speed; Pulse Width Modulation Drive; DSP
- Motor / System: DC Brushed; DC Brushless; DC Servo; Linear
- Axes: 1.0
- DC Input: 18 to 36
from American Control Electronics
The DCN series of drives are reliable low voltage drives that provide both speed control and current limiting in low HP applications. Roughly the size of a quarter, these drives are being implemented in applications in which the customer traditionally powers the motor directly off a power supply or... [See More]
- Product: Speed Controller; Variable Speed; Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Motor / System: DC Brushed
- Axes: 1.0
- DC Input: 12 to 24
from Aerotech, Inc.
Design Features. Network drives through a high-speed serial interface to coordinate up to ten axes of motion. Coordinate motion using up to five independent tasks. Drive and control linear or rotary brushless, DC brush servo, and micro-stepping motors. Command various motion types including:... [See More]
- Product: Controller / Drive; Pulse Width Modulation Drive; DSP
- Motor / System: DC Brushed; DC Brushless; DC Servo; Linear
- Axes: 1.0
- DC Input: 10 to 80
from American Control Electronics
The DCR series are microprocessor based, low voltage PWM drives that are capable of braking and reversing regeneratively. The microprocessor allows for custom programming to fit any OEMs custom needs, sometimes eliminating the need for a PLC and/or sensors. They can even be programmed for use in the... [See More]
- Product: Speed Controller; Variable Speed; Regenerative; Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Motor / System: DC Brushed
- Axes: 1.0
- DC Input: 12 to 24
from Aerotech, Inc.
The XC4e PWM digital drive is Aerotech ’s highest performance single-axis motor drive for motion control applications. All versions are compatible with the Automation 3200 motion platform utilizing the HyperWire ® motion bus. The XC4e PWM amplifiers control brushless DC, brush DC, voice... [See More]
- Product: Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- AC Input: 100 to 240
- Axes: 1.0 to 3.0
- Phase : Single Phase
from American Control Electronics
The PMB series is American Control Electronics's choice for a 4Q PWM series. PMB Series drives can control motors rated for 90, 130, 180, or 240 VDC range with either a 115 or 230 VAC line input, up to 7 amps or 1.5 HP. With the use of on-board trim pots, you can quickly set the forward and reverse... [See More]
- Product: Speed Controller; Variable Speed; Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Motor / System: DC Brushed
- Axes: 1.0
- AC Input: 115 to 230
from Aerotech, Inc.
Design Features. 3U plug-in drives. 19 inch rack-mount design. Flexible design provides the ability to drive brush, brushless, or stepper motors with the same amplifier. 5 A to 30 A peak output current. PWM or linear amplifier. Integral power supplies. IEEE-1394 FireWire interface. Digital current,... [See More]
- Product: Controller / Drive; Multi-Axis; Pulse Width Modulation Drive; DSP
- Motor / System: DC Brushed; DC Brushless; DC Servo; Linear
- Axes: 1.0 to 6.0
- DC Input: 10 to 320
from American Control Electronics
The PWL series adds to the versatility of our PWM offering by adding field voltage outputs for shunt-wound motors. With on-board selector switches, this series can easily be setup to accept 115 VAC or 230 VAC power. This full featured series comes with on-board fusing and cage clamp terminals to... [See More]
- Product: Speed Controller; Variable Speed; Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Motor / System: DC Brushed
- Axes: 1.0
- AC Input: 115 to 230
from Aerotech, Inc.
The XC4 PWM digital drive is a high-performance single-axis motor drive designed for motion control applications. All versions are compatible with the Automation 3200 motion platform utilizing the HyperWire ® motion bus. The XC4 PWM amplifiers control brushless DC, brush DC, voice coil, and... [See More]
- Product: Amplifier; Variable Speed; Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Motor / System: DC Brushed; DC Brushless; DC Servo; Voice Coil
- Axes: 1.0
- AC Input: 100 to 240
from American Control Electronics
The flagship of our Pulse Width Modulation family, the PWM series combines the most sought after features and options all in one package. With its auto ranging switch mode power supply, the need for selecting AC power input modes is no longer needed. Available with isolated inputs, this series can... [See More]
- Product: Speed Controller; Variable Speed; Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Motor / System: DC Brushed
- Axes: 1.0
- AC Input: 115 to 230
from Aerotech, Inc.
Design Features. Single-axis digital servo controller with integral power supply and amplifier. Advanced software architecture shortens customer development time; use C#, VB.Net, C, and LabVIEW combined with our full IDE and multitasking operating system. Host-mode operation allows you to send... [See More]
- Product: Amplifier; Variable Speed; Pulse Width Modulation Drive; DSP
- Motor / System: DC Brushed; DC Brushless; DC Servo; Linear
- Axes: 1.0
- AC Input: 56
from American Control Electronics
The PWP series is an economical and compact solution for those who seek the benefits of Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) technology. The almost pure DC voltage provided by the PWP series allows for quieter and cooler operation of any permanent magnet DC motor. The 1.05 form factor of the DC output... [See More]
- Product: Speed Controller; Variable Speed; Pulse Width Modulation Drive
- Motor / System: DC Brushed
- Axes: 1.0
- AC Input: 115