New Position Controller from Maxon Provides Sophisticated Yet Cost-Effective Motion Control in a Miniature Package

Fall River, MA -- Maxon's new EPOS 24/1 is a digital motion controller capable of position, velocity, and current mode. Available in two versions for brush or brushless motors, the small package size and cost-efficient design makes the EPOS 24/1 an ideal choice for controlling small motors. Dimensions are 55 X 40 X 25 mm (2.2 X 1.6 X 1 in) and weight is 45 g (1.6 oz). Communication is via RS-232 or CANopen. Software for CANopen and Windows DLL's is complimentary.

Requiring a supply voltage of 9-24 V DC, the controller is capable of 1 A max continuous current and 2 A peak current. Efficiency is up to 85%. The 50 kHz switching frequency and built-in choke insures compatibility with most low inductance motors, while the sinusoidal commutation for brushless motors insures minimal torque ripple and low noise. Maximum motor speed is 25,000 rpm for 2-pole motors. A maximum encoder input frequency of 1 MHz, six digital inputs, two digital outputs, and two analog inputs allows for maximum flexibility.

Due to its high efficiency and small size, the EPOS 24/1 is suitable for a variety of applications including hand-held and battery powered devices, test & measurement equipment, pick and place machines, motorized stages, optics, pumps, air samplers, and robotics.

Maxon designs, manufactures, and markets fractional horsepower moving coil DC motors & brushless motors ranging in size from 6 to 90 mm (0.2 to 3.5 in) and from 0.03 to 500 watts. We also have an extensive selection of gearheads, encoders, and control electronics to complement our motors.

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