{"title":"Stepper Motor Drives","description":"\u003cp\u003eStepper Motor Drives for use with our UHV Compatible Stepper Motors\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"smd3-stepper-motor-drive-single-axis","title":"SMD3 Stepper Motor Drive, Single-Axis","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe SMD3 is a single-axis bipolar stepper motor drive that is engineered to operate vacuum-compatible stepper motors with maximum performance while minimising temperature rise. It is optimised for use with AML UHV-compatible motors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePowerful software is supplied with the SMD3 that enables you to control and configure multiple SMD3 units simultaneously, in a single user-friendly graphical interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"h5 aml-purple\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-channel UHV stepper motor drive optimised for vacuum use, ideally suited for use with our range of UHV stepper motors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced low-power drive techniques for minimum motor temperature rise, minimum outgassing and maximum operating time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHolding torque can be controlled independently of dynamic torque under program control, to reduce power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-step and up to 256x micro-step resolution, with user-configurable transition from micro step to full-step mode (stops on full-step positions only; micro-stepping used for control of resonance and smoother step transition)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinuous monitoring of motor temperature with automatic shutdown if motor temperature exceeds tolerable levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrent adjustable from 0 A to 1 A RMS in approx. 30 mA steps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 x configurable limit inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpto-coupled step, direction and enable interface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl via USB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComprehensive configuration and control software supplied, or interface to your own application. 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Drive current is removed if temperature exceeds safe levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoltage boost feature: Power using a standard 48 Vdc power supply, and the drive voltage is boosted to 67 Vdc to maximise speed and torque\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth motor operation: Up to 256x micro-step resolution minimises resonances, providing smooth motion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerformance: Current adjustable from 0 A to 1 A RMS in 30 mA steps, with dynamic set-points for acceleration, running and hold currents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e48 Vdc power supply included.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Micro Photonics ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42123813781579,"sku":null,"price":1992.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0624\/0760\/6347\/files\/SMD41.jpg?v=1771341343"},{"product_id":"spsu48v-power-supply","title":"SPSU48V Power Supply For SMD3","description":"\u003cp\u003ePower Supply 48Vdc, 60W for SMD3\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Micro Photonics ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42123816435787,"sku":null,"price":323.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"smd4-connecting-cables","title":"SMD4 Connecting Cables","description":"\u003cp\u003eMotor and encoder cables to connect the SMD4 stepper motor drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"h5 aml-purple\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 meter cables for use with AML SMD4 stepper motor drives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree motor cables with different terminations to suit your configuration.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Arun Microelectronics","offers":[{"title":"CAB-D15D9 SMD4 Cable 3 metres long. 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