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Integrated stepper motor

Novanta IMS Liberty MDrive (LMD / LMH)

Integrated stepper with drive, optional controller and hMT closed-loop technology, in NEMA 17/23/34, available as pulse/direction, RS-422/485 motion control, CANopen or multi-protocol Ethernet versions.

Key specifications

Ingress protectionIP20 standard, IP65 with M12 connectors
Supply12-48 VDC (LMD42), 12-60 VDC (LMD57), 12-70 VDC (LMD85)
Feedbackopen loop (O), incremental magnetic 1000-line/4000 edges (C), or battery-free multi-turn absolute (A, 30 days; 5 years with battery)
FieldbusPulse/Direction, RS-422/485 (MCode), CANopen, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP
Current (max)3.5 A
Holding torque0.31–6.5 Nm
NEMA sizes17, 23, 34
Step angle1.8 °
Microstepping20 settings, up to 51,200 steps/rev

Series ranges as published; individual models vary. The full datasheet, drawings and CAD models are available on request.

Options

  • 1, 2 or 3 stacks
  • standard (LMD) or high-torque (LMH) motor
  • linear external-shaft version (42/57)
  • IP65 M12 connectors
  • dual Ethernet port
  • battery pack
  • USB to RS-422/485 converter
  • Profinet/Rockwell/Siemens automation libraries

Typical applications

Industrial automationMachine buildingStepper and servo replacement

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