MDRIVE34 MICROSTEPPING SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Input Voltage (+V) Range*

+24 to +75 VDC

Isolated Inputs

Step Clock, Direction & Enable

Isolated Input Voltage Range (Sourcing or Sinking)

+5 to +24 VDC

Step Frequency (Max)

2 MHz

Steps per Revolution

400, 800, 1000, 1600, 2000, 3200, 5000,

6400, 10000, 12800, 25000, 25600, 50000, 51200

Heat Sink Temperature (Max)

85° C

Motor Temperature (Max)

100° C

Protection

Over Voltage

*Power supply current requirements = 4A (maximum) per MDrive34.

 

Actual power supply current will depend on voltage and load.

 

PARAMETERS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SETUP PARAMETERS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NAME

FUNCTION

RANGE

UNITS

DEFAULT

 

 

 

 

 

MHC

Motor Hold Current

0 to 100

percent

5

 

 

 

 

 

MRC

Motor Run Current

1 to 100

percent

25

 

 

 

 

 

MSEL

Microstep Resolution

2, 4, 5, 8, 10, 16, 25, 32, 50, 64, 125, 128, 250, 256

µsteps per step

256

 

 

 

 

 

DIR

Motor Direction Override

0 / 1

--

CW

 

 

 

 

 

All parameters are set using the supplied IMS Motor Interface GUI and may be changed on-the-fly.

An optional Parameter Setup Cable is recommended with first orders.

WIRE/PIN ASSIGNMENTS

ENCODER WIRE ASSIGNMENTS

CONNECTOR P1 – Flying Leads

WIRE COLOR

FUNCTION

 

 

White

OPTOCOUPLER REFERENCE

 

 

Orange

STEP CLOCK INPUT

 

 

Blue

CW/CCW DIRECTION INPUT

 

 

Brown

ENABLE INPUT

 

 

Black

POWER GROUND

 

 

Red

+V (+24 TO +75 VDC)

 

 

CONNECTOR P2 (SPI) – 10 Pin Pin-Header

 

 

PIN

FUNCTION

 

 

4

CHIP SELECT

 

 

5

GROUND

6+5 VDC OUTPUT

7MASTER OUT - SLAVE IN

8

CLOCK

10

MASTER IN - SLAVE OUT

ENCODER – Single-End

WIRE COLOR

FUNCTION

 

 

Yellow/Black

GROUND

 

 

Yellow/Violet

INDEX

 

 

Yellow/Blue

CHANNEL A

 

 

Yellow/Red

+5 VDC INPUT

 

 

Yellow/Brown

CHANNEL B

 

 

ENCODER – Differential

WIRE COLOR

FUNCTION

 

 

Yellow/Black

GROUND

 

 

Yellow/Violet

INDEX +

 

 

Yellow/Blue

CHANNEL A +

 

 

Yellow/Red

+5 VDC INPUT

 

 

Yellow/Brown

CHANNEL B +

 

 

Yellow/Gray

INDEX –

 

 

Yellow/Green

CHANNEL A –

 

 

Yellow/Orange

CHANNEL B –

 

 

NOTE: For recommended mating connector information, refer to the product's Quick Reference at www.imshome.com/quick.html

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Intelligent Motion Systems MDrive34 General Specifications, Parameters, WIRE/PIN Assignments Encoder Wire Assignments

MDrive34 specifications

The Intelligent Motion Systems MDrive34 is a compact and innovative stepper motor integrated system designed specifically to meet the demands of modern automation and motion control applications. The MDrive34 combines advanced motor control technology with a powerful stepper motor, making it a versatile choice for engineers and designers looking for precision and reliability in their systems.

One of the key features of the MDrive34 is its compact design. The system integrates the stepper motor, driver, and controller into a single unit, which minimizes the space required for installation while simplifying wiring and setup. This space-saving design is ideal for applications where available space is at a premium, such as in robotics, medical devices, and industrial automation systems.

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Another notable characteristic of the MDrive34 is its ability to operate in closed-loop mode, providing feedback on the motor’s position and improving overall performance. This feedback loop helps to eliminate issues such as missed steps and overheating, ensuring that the system operates efficiently and reliably even under varying loads.

The MDrive34 is compatible with a variety of communication protocols, including RS-232, RS-485, and various digital and analog inputs, allowing for easy integration into existing systems. This flexibility makes it suitable for a wide range of applications, from simple point-to-point motion to complex multi-axis control systems.

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