Applied Motion DC Microstep Motor Drive 3540M

The Applied Motion 3540M DC Microstep Motor Drive is a versatile and efficient solution for precise motion control applications. Designed to operate with a DC bus voltage ranging from 12 to 42 VDC, it delivers up to 3.5 A per phase, making it suitable for a wide range of stepper motors.

Key Features

• Microstepping Capability: Offers multiple step resolutions, including half step (400 steps/rev), 1/5 step (1,000 steps/rev), 1/10 step (2,000 steps/rev), and 1/64 step (12,800 steps/rev), allowing for precise positioning and smooth motion.
• Idle Current Reduction: Automatically reduces motor current by 50% when the motor is at rest for more than one second, minimizing heat generation and energy consumption.
• Optically Isolated Inputs: Features optically isolated 5 VDC inputs for step, direction, and enable signals, ensuring reliable operation and protection against electrical noise.
• Self-Test Function: Includes a switch-selectable self-test mode that rotates the motor half a revolution in each direction at 100 steps per second, facilitating system setup and troubleshooting.
• Flexible Current Settings: Allows for switch-selectable motor currents ranging from 0.4 to 3.5 A per phase in 0.1 A increments, providing adaptability to various motor requirements.

Technical Specifications

• Amplifier Type: Dual, bipolar MOSFET H-bridge with pulse width modulation (PWM) at 20 kHz.
• Input Voltage: 12-42 VDC.
• Output Current: 0.4 to 3.5 A per phase, switch selectable.
• Step Resolutions: 400, 1,000, 2,000, and 12,800 steps per revolution.
• Inputs: Optically isolated step, direction, and enable inputs compatible with 5 V logic.
• Idle Current Reduction: 50% reduction after one second of inactivity.
• Self-Test Mode: Rotates motor 0.5 revolutions in each direction at 100 steps/second.
• Connectors: Screw terminal connectors for easy wiring.

Applications

The 3540M is ideal for applications requiring precise motion control, such as CNC machinery, robotics, and automated manufacturing systems. Its microstepping capabilities and flexible current settings make it suitable for tasks demanding high accuracy and smooth operation.

In summary, the Applied Motion 3540M DC Microstep Motor Drive combines advanced features with user-friendly configuration, providing a reliable and efficient solution for a variety of motion control applications.