Mounted directly on machine frame next to motor, X67 Stepper Motor Modules offer 2 control possibilities and integrated motor detection. Module X67SM4320 controls up to 4 stepper motors, with rated voltage of 18-30 Vdc at motor current up to 1 A, while module X67SM2436 controls up to 2 stepper motors, with rated voltage of 18-48 Vdc at motor current up to 3 A. It also has 6 digital inputs. Both offer 20 kHz max step frequency and stall detection.

B&R X67 Stepper Motor Module

Controlling stepper motors with IP67 protection

The new B&R X67 Stepper Motor Modules provide machine builders a more cost effective solution to controlling stepper motors. Stepper motors are still very popular among machine builders for various reasons including: high degree of torque, operation without feedback, and holding the last position when power is disconnected just to name a few of the special features of the stepper motor. The X67 stepper motor module is available in two variants based on the customer’s requirements. The highlights of the new X67 stepper motor modules can be summarized as follows: