TM
Excellence in Motion
DESCRIPTION
The
MDrive17Plus Microstepping
high
torque integrated motor and step and
direction driver is ideal for designers who
want the simplicity of a motor with on-
board electronics. The integrated electron-
ics of the MDrive17Plus eliminate the need
to run motor cabling through the machine,
reducing the potential for problems due to
electrical noise.
The unsurpassed smoothness and per-
formance delivered by the MDrive17Plus
Microstepping are achieved through IMS's
advanced 2nd generation current con-
trol. By applying innovative techniques
to control current
fl
ow through the motor,
resonance is signi
fi
cantly dampened over
the entire speed range and audible noise
is reduced.
The MDrive17Plus accepts a broad input
voltage range from +12 to +48 VDC, deliv-
ering enhanced performance and speed.
Oversized input capacitors are used to
minimize power line surges, reducing
problems that can occur with long runs
and multiple drive systems. An extended
operating range of –40° to +85°C provides
long life, trouble free service in demanding
environments.
The MDrive17Plus uses a NEMA 17 frame
size high torque brushless step motor
integrated with a microstepping driver,
and accepts up to 20 resolution settings
from full to 256 microsteps per full step,
including: degrees, metric and arc minutes.
These settings may be changed on-the-
fl
y
or downloaded and stored in nonvolatile
memory with the use of a simple GUI
which is provided. This eliminates the need
for external switches or resistors. Param-
eters are changed via an SPI port.
For use in environments where exposure
to chemical, dust and liquids may occur,
a sealed MDrive17Plus-65 Microstepping
FEATURES
• Highly Integrated Microstepping Driver
and NEMA 17 High Torque 1.8°
Brushless Step Motor
• Advanced 2nd Generation Current
Control for Exceptional Performance and
Smoothness
• Single Supply: +12 to +48 VDC
• Cost Effective
• Extremely Compact
• 20 Microstep Resolutions up to
51,200 Steps Per Rev Including:
Degrees, Metric, Arc Minutes
• Optically Isolated Input Options:
- Uni5 to +24 VDC Signals,
Sourcing or Sinking
- Differ5 VDC Signals
• Automatic Current Reduction
• Con
fi
gurable:
- Motor Run/Hold Current
- Motor Direction vs. Direction Input
- Microstep
Resolution
- Clock Type: Step and Direction,
Quadrature, Step Up and Step Down,
Clockwise and Counterclockwise
- Programmable Digital Filtering for
Clock and Direction Inputs
• Available Options:
- Long Life Linear Actuators**
- Encoder: External Optical or
Internal Magnetic
- Integrated Planetary Gearbox
- Control Knob for Manual Positioning
- Linear Slide
- IP65 Sealed Con
fi
guration with
M23 Circular Connector
• 3 Rotary Motor Lengths Available
• Setup Parameters May Be Switched
On-The-Fly
• Interface Options:
- Pluggable Locking Wire Crimp
1
- Pluggable Terminal Strip
- 12.0” (30.5cm) Flying Leads
• Graphical User Interface (GUI) for Quick
and Easy Parameter Setup
**Consult Factory for Availability.
1
Not available with Differential Input option.
www.imshome.com
17
TM
MICROSTEPPING
unit with 19-pin M23 circular connector
meets IP65 speci
fi
cations.
1
The versatile MDrive17Plus Microstep-
ping is available in multiple con
fi
g u ra tions
to
fi
t various system needs. Rotary motor
versions come in three lengths and may in-
clude an encoder, control knob, planetary
gearbox or linear slide. Long life Acme
screw linear actuators** are also available.
Numerous connector styles give you
choices for the best
fi
t and features. Select
from 12.0” (30.5cm)
fl
ying leads, pluggable
terminal strip, locking wire crimp connec-
tors
1
, and M23 circular connectors on IP65
sealed versions
1
.
MDrivePlus connectivity has never been
easier with options ranging from
all-inclu-
sive QuickStart Kits
to
individual inter-
facing cables
and
mating connector kits
to build your own cables.
See pg 5.
The MDrive17Plus is a compact, powerful
and cost effective motion control solution
that will reduce system cost, design and
assembly time for a large range
of brushless
step motor applications.
CONFIGURING
The IMS Motor Interface software is an
easy to in stall and use GUI for con
fi
g ur ing
the MDrive17Plus from a computer's USB
port. GUI access is via the IMS SPI Motor
Interface available at www.imshome.com.
The IMS SPI Motor Interface features:
• Easy installation.
• Automatic detection of MDrive version
and communication con
fi
guration.
• Will not set out-of-range values.
• Tool-tips display valid range
setting for each option.
• Simple screen interfaces.
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