Information Regarding Encoder-Equipped Stepper Motors for Step Skipping Issues

This week’s topic in our blog posts prepared by Şahin Rulman will be encoder-equipped stepper motors. In this article, where we will provide information about encoder-equipped stepper motors, which are effective against step loss issues, we will explain what those looking to purchase encoder-equipped stepper motors should generally pay attention to and how they differ from other types of stepper motors. We hope this content will be useful for you and wish you a good read.

General Information About Encoder-Equipped Stepper Motors

Encoder-equipped stepper motors offer significant advantages for projects where issues such as step loss can cause problems, particularly those requiring high sensitivity to step loss. Equipping these motors with a closed-loop system eliminates step loss problems. During operation, these motors provide information by sending signals at rotation speeds. Another important feature of encoder-equipped stepper motors is that they show you how many turns the stepper motor has made within a time interval you specify.

Encoder-equipped stepper motors work in sync with stepper motor drivers. Any problems that occur in the steps while the motor is running are immediately transmitted to the stepper motor driver. Encoder stepper motors, a type of stepper motor, are divided into three types. These are: encoder stepper motors with reducers, encoder stepper motors with planetary reducers, and hybrid servo drivers.

The main features to consider when purchasing an encoder stepper motor are as follows:

• The motor’s maximum torque,
• The motor’s holding torque,
• The motor’s flange size

Now, let’s compare the general features of encoder stepper motors with other types of stepper motors:

Encoder Step Motor or Geared Step Motor?

We have listed the general characteristics of encoder-equipped stepper motors above. These motors are particularly prominent in projects where step skipping problems are very important. Stepper motors with reducers stabilize the rotational speeds of machines. In other words, they reduce or increase the rotational speed of the machine to the appropriate speed for the machine. On the other hand, another prominent feature of this type of stepper motor is its ability to respond to situations where speed changes are very sudden and to meet high torque requirements even at low speeds. Which one you choose depends on the extent to which the features of these stepper motors meet your needs.

Encoder-Equipped Stepper Motor or Planetary Geared Stepper Motor?

Planetary gear step motors get their name from the fact that the teeth within the mechanism rotate around each other in a manner resembling planetary motion. One of the most important features of planetary gear step motors is their ability to easily meet high torque demands at low speeds. A step motor driver is required to control this type of step motor. As mentioned in the previous section, the type of stepper motor you choose depends on its ability to meet your requirements. Encoder-equipped Stepper Motor or Brake-equipped Stepper Motor?

The brake-equipped stepper motor type is particularly effective against power outages. Indeed, thanks to its structure, it stops the motor from running in the event of any power outage. In doing so, it maintains the motor’s current position. This feature protects the motor mechanism from potential damage during power outages. Just like the planetary gear stepper motor, it requires a stepper motor driver to operate. We have come to the end of our blog post, where we provided general information about encoder-equipped stepper motors, which are effective against step loss problems, and also offered comparisons with other types of stepper motors. You can send us your questions about encoder-equipped stepper motors or any other related topic via our Q&A forum. If you prefer, you can also reach us at 0212 576 04 06.