When a servo motor that’s big enough isn’t big enough
It might seem a strange statement, but yes, you read that right—there are certain operating conditions where servomotors that should be big enough for an application are actually too small! Too small that is in terms of their power rating, which for most applications is a perfectly acceptable way of selecting the right size motor. […]
Let us answer your technical questions
Servo and motion control technology can sometimes be complex, so to help demystify the subject and answer some of your trickier questions, we’re launching a series of short and simple articles as part of out new Technical Answers feature. We’d like to invite you to submit any question you may have on servo and motion […]
Award Winning Wireless Operator Panels
KEBA’s KeTop 150 and Ketop155 Have been voted 1st winners for product of the year in the operation & monitoring category at the computer & automation awards. The KeTop 150 and KeTop 155 has won first place for their one-for-all ease of use landscape and portrait wireless operator panels. Read the full article here Product […]
Metronix smartServo goes large
Building on the latest BL4000 series smartServo hardware platform, Metronix are extending their latest range of servo drive by four additional power levels. The current BL4100 range of single phase, 230Vac servo drives, currently available in 2Amp/400W and 4Amp (800W), is to be extended with an 8Amp/1600W version. The BL4300 three-phase 400Vac versions will see […]
Wireless Operator Panels Reduce Downtime
A new range of wireless operator panels from KEBA Automation AG, aid production efficiency and reduce downtime by keeping relevant staff informed of machine issues. The service engineer, machine operator and supervisor are always kept up to date with the latest information by the mobile terminal that has been personally assigned to them. Regardless of […]
Engineering sector contributes £645bn to the UK’s economy
The Royal Academy of Engineering released the research on National Engineering Day (2 November), which aims to celebrate UK engineering and highlight the importance of the profession and its impact on people’s lives. Research conducted by Metro Dynamics for a project commissioned by the Royal Academy of Engineering reveals: • Hotspots of engineering appear all […]
The New MC403-X is now in stock and available to order!
Each of the flexible axis ports can be configured in software as either input or output. As an output it can be used as ‘pulse and direction’ to control steppers or servo drives, or operate as a simulated encoder output. When configured as an input the axis port supports a variety of feedback devices including […]
MC403-X P865 Motion Coordinator
The MC403-X is a panel mount Motion Coordinator using a high performance Cortex M7 processor. With three flexible axis ports and I/O for machine control, it is designed as a direct replacement for the successful MC403. Each of the flexible axis ports can be configured in software as either input or output. As an output it […]
R+W’s solution for high speed applications
Motor Technology have been proud suppliers or R+W products and are excited to learn about the newest range of couplings. Read their latest press relaese below. At high rotational speeds special considerations must be made for the design and manufacturing quality of a coupling, as any inaccuracies in machining and balancing become magnified as velocity […]
Our recent pump control unit build
Motor Technology Ltd. were recently asked by a customer to assist in completing the build of a pump control unit. The project had been shelved after the colleague in charge left the company, so it was up to us to finish the job! The unit comprised of two gear-pumps with brushless servo motors with integrated […]
GEL SEK10 VarioCODER Lenord + Bauer
Efficiency, noise and service life of electric traction motors depend considerably on the signal quality of the sensors used. Our innovative VarioCODER rotor position sensor provides high-precision positions and speeds for ripple-free drive speed and torque control. The bearing-free, maintenance-free hollow shaft system can be integrated into all motor designs with minimum space requirements. The […]
Manufacturing and Engineering Week 2023
Join us at stand R46 at the Manufacturing & Engineering Week. Wednesday 7 June 2023 – 09:30 – 17:00 & Thursday 8 June 2023 – 09:30 – 16:00 Manufacturing and Engineering week brings the entire community together for a festival of innovation featuring a dynamic, interactive series of digital and live events to inspire, inform […]
VarioCODER Lenord + Bauer’s new rotor position sensor
Efficiency, noise and service life of electric traction motors depend considerably on the signal quality of the sensors used. Our innovative VarioCODER rotor position sensor provides high-precision positions and speeds for ripple-free drive speed and torque control. The bearing-free, maintenance-free hollow shaft system can be integrated into all motor designs with minimum space requirements. The […]
Axor – Masterspeed Analogue Servo Drive
Axor’s Masterspeed Analogue Servo Drive is available from us here at Motor Technology. The Masterspeed drives are easily interchangable, replacing faulty or obsolete units. The Masterspeed module turns Axor’s Minispeed Eurocard format (100x160mm | 8-12TE) drive, into a stand-alone servo drive unit. The Minispeed drive cards are available in three voltage ranges 60, 140 and […]
FlexSlice Thermocouple module (P367)
The 4 thermocouple inputs are brought out to a single row push-in connector. A second single row push-in connector has 4 relay outputs for control of a heater or other switched load. All 16 outputs are source (PNP) type and have electrical isolation. Outputs and power connection are via 2 x single-row plug-in screw terminal […]
GEL 2471 – 1 or 2 channel speed sensor
The GEL 2471, 1- or 2- channel speed sensor is used with electrically conductive measuring scales with an up to 4 mm air gap. It is a maintenance and wear-free operation due to non-contact measurement of rotation with, Strong reinforced walls in the sensor tube with a diameter of 20 mm provide increased protection against […]
GEL 2161 – Temperature sensor
The Gel 2161 platinum resistance thermometer Pt100 / Pt1000 can measure tube lengths from 30 mm to 140 mm, with connection with 2-, 3- or 4-wire technology. It has. a completely customisable configuration. Fire behaviour according to DIN 5510 and NF F16-101 Data Sheet Technical data GEL 2161 Fields of application Rail vehicle, automation technology […]
GEL 248 – 2-channel speed sensor
The GEL 248 is a speed sensor with HTL-/TTL-output signals. Boasting easy maintenance and wear-free operation due to contactless measurement of rotational movements. Ideal for working with tooth wheels, slotted discs, and sprockets. Datasheet Technical data GEL 248 Signal pattern V, X T Fields of application Rail vehicles, mobile machines Supply voltage 10 to 30 V DC […]
GEL 247 – 1 or 2-channel speed sensor
The GEL 247 is a 1 or 2 channel application approved speed sensor based on magnetic measurement principle which has maintenance- and wear-free operation due to a contactless measurement of rotation. The speed sensor has scans measuring scales made of ferromagnetic materials, e.g. toothed wheels and has a side measuring range for safe detection of […]
GKC classic series worm gearboxes with GHA anti-bacterial coating
The “G.H.A.” (Golden Hard Anodizing) treatment is the latest and most innovative technology applicable to aluminum-based alloys surfaces. This is an anodic oxidation process enriched with silver ions which gives the treated surface exceptional antibacterial, anti-corrosion, anti-wear and thermal conductivity properties.The anodic oxidation generates a protective layer of ceramic type, very hard, refractory to heat and […]
