DC motor

How does a DC motor operate?

Simple linear motions can be made with a DC motor for the operation with a voltage of 12V to 24V. The small quiet motors are connected to a power supply unit or directly to a battery via low-profile connectors.

You can change the direction of the motion by switching the poles. The torque created by the DC direct-current motors lies between 0.1Nm and 1.8Nm, depending on the type. The speed is 22rpm to 440rpm, leading to a linear speed of 0.55mm/s to 300mm/s.

DC motor types

Direct-current dc motor with spur gear drylin E

DC motors with spur gear

Torque [Nm] from 0.1Nm to 1.8Nm
Speed up to 440rpm
Can be operated at 12 & 24VDC

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DC motor with planetary gear

Torque from 0.025Nm up to 0.21Nm
Speed up to 463rpm
Can be operated at 12 & 24VDC

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DC motor with worm gear

With spline
Torque from 0.75Nm up to 2.00Nm
Speed up to 350rpm

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DC motor with planetary gearbox flange, 36/42mm

Torque: 0.1Nm to 1.8Nm
Operating voltage: 12VDC & 24VDC
Speed: up to 440rpm

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DC motor with spur gear and protecting housing

DC motor with spur gear and protective housing

Torque: 0.1Nm to 1.5N
Operating voltage: 12VDC & 24VDC
Speed: up to 440rpm

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DC motor with planetary gearbox and protective housing

Torque [Nm] from 0.1Nm to 1.5Nm
Speed up to 440rpm
Can be operated at 12 & 24V DC

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Configurators to find the right electric motor for your application

Ensuring you have the right motor to power your linear system is crucial. We have designed configurators to help with these decisions.

In a few simple steps you can find the best motor for your application based on the criteria and details you provide.

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What is a motor control system and how do I know which one I need?

A motor control system is an essential part in automation. The motor controllers are used to operate the electric motors to create movement. These devices work in conjunction with a switchboard or multiple switchboards which controls the movement and powers the motor.

We have a range of motor control systems which work with different motors; such as stepper motors, direct current motors and DC motors. These control systems can pre determine travel, positions, speeds and operating times. You can click here for more inforrmation on the motor control systems

A few example combinations: using the stepper motor D1 via a control system that is based on a web interface or the D3 DC motor control system, both make it possible to easily control linear systems.The systems are simple and offer intuitive user interface as well as being compatible with many industrial control systems.
We also offer free sample programs with each of the motor control systems so you can try the programming software for yourself. Click here for more information on the sample programs

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How are you powering your system?

We have a variety of power supplies ranging from 75W up to 960W.
The drylin® power supplies for automation are suitable for all dryve motor controls. They supply output currents in order to be able to operate the entire igus® motor series. The 24V output voltage is typically used to supply stepper and DC-motors, as well as EC/BLDC motors.
The complete automation machine including the main control such as PLC (programmable logic controller) or IPC (industrial PC) can also be supplied.
The 48V power supplies are recommended for higher speeds with stepper or EC/BLDC motors. The power supplies are installed in the control cabinet on a DIN rail (TS-35).
To ensure safe operation, protective functions such as overload, overvoltage and overtemperature have been integrated.

We can help you decide which is the best option so please get in touch

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