<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>The <strong>Oriental Motor C8160-9212H</strong> is a discontinued 2-phase stepping motor manufactured under the VEXTA brand. This stepper is built for precision positioning and motion control in industrial automation, CNC machinery, and automation systems that demand consistent, repeatable motion. The motor’s 1.8 degree-per-step resolution and 6.4 VDC operating voltage make it suitable for mid-range positioning applications where accuracy and reliability are critical.</p>
<h2>Key Features</h2>
<ul>
<li>2-phase hybrid stepping motor with 1.8 degree per step resolution</li>
<li>Rated coil current: 1.4 amperes</li>
<li>Operating voltage: 6.4 VDC</li>
<li>Lightweight design at 2.12 pounds</li>
<li>Discontinued by manufacturer—sourced as surplus inventory</li>
<li>Industrial-grade construction for reliable performance in automated systems</li>
</ul>
<h2>Technical Specifications</h2>
<ul>
<li><strong>Motor Type:</strong> 2-Phase Stepping Motor</li>
<li><strong>Step Resolution:</strong> 1.8 degrees per step (200 steps per revolution)</li>
<li><strong>Rated Coil Current:</strong> 1.4 amperes</li>
<li><strong>Operating Voltage:</strong> 6.4 VDC</li>
<li><strong>Weight:</strong> 2.12 pounds</li>
<li><strong>Part Number Format:</strong> C8160-9212H</li>
<li><strong>Manufacturer Status:</strong> Discontinued</li>
</ul>
<h2>Typical Applications</h2>
<ul>
<li>CNC machinery and precision motion control systems</li>
<li>Industrial automation and robotic positioning</li>
<li>Laboratory and test equipment requiring stepper actuation</li>
<li>Document handling and paper feed mechanisms</li>
<li>Valve actuators and fluid dispensing systems</li>
<li>Retrofit and legacy system upgrades</li>
</ul>
<h2>Compatibility & Replacements</h2>
<h3>Compatible With</h3>
<ul>
<li>Stepper motor driver modules rated for 2-phase hybrid steppers</li>
<li>Industrial PLC and motion control systems supporting stepper pulse outputs</li>
<li>CNC controllers with stepper motor interfaces</li>
<li>Standard NEMA motor mounting plates and coupling adapters</li>
</ul>
<h3>Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For</h3>
<p>Verify compatibility with your system integrator before ordering. The Oriental Motor C8160-9212H is a discontinued model; similar current-production 2-phase steppers from Oriental Motor (VEXTA series) or equivalent OEM steppers may serve as replacements if voltage, current, and mechanical mounting requirements match.</p>
<h3>Works With</h3>
<ul>
<li>Standard stepper motor driver circuits and microcontroller interfaces</li>
<li>Pulse-direction stepper control protocols</li>
<li>Industrial stepper motor driver modules (Oriental Motor, Leadshine, Gecko Drives, etc.)</li>
<li>Legacy industrial automation systems using 2-phase stepper architecture</li>
</ul>
