Toshiba Electronics Europe has introduced a new constant-current, two-phase bipolar stepper motor driver integrated circuit ...

The DRV8846 is a 1.4 A bipolar stepper motor driver with on-chip microstepping indexer (Step/Dir Ctrl). This device is intended for cameras, printers, projectors, and other automated equipment ...

Allegro MicroSystems, LLC revealed a new low voltage bipolar stepper or dual DC motor driver IC. The A3916 device was designed for pulse-width-modulated (PWM) control of low-voltage stepper motors or ...

This application note demonstrates how increasing the slew rate of the winding currents in a bipolar stepper motor causes it to deliver more torque at high speeds. To view the application note, click ...

Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. introduces two new flexible microstepping motor drivers each with a built-in translator for easy operation. They both encompass a single-chip solution, designed to operate ...

The new PJE series of bipolar hybrid stepper motors from Nippon Pulse America Inc. are available in sizes from 20 to 86 mm in diameter (NEMA sizes 8 to 34). The motors provide high torque in each of ...

Even veteran engineers often suffer from a lot of misconceptions about stepper motors and how to drive them. This article will focus on clearing up just a few of these misunderstandings so that ...

Most stepper motor applications require smooth motion. To achieve extremely smooth movement, some engineers alter the voltage, current, and more often, the microstep ...

The Series H42S high-torque, 42-mm. hybrid step motor has improved performance and competitive pricing. The 1.8 deg. step motors--measuring 42 mm. square--are available in four lengths: 25, 34, 40 and ...