Improve performance with Oriental Motor’s AlphaStep Motion Control Systems

Oriental Motor’s AlphaStep hybrid control motion systems combine open and closed-loop control for improved performance. In this video, see how vibration can be removed by simply turning on the Moving Average Filter function:   Oriental Motor’s AlphaStep closed loop control systems perform accurate positioning operations with ease. The AlphaStep features a unique control system combining […]

Oriental Motor and THK Quick Sizing Guide

Oriental Motor motion control products can be assembled with THK in to create a linear motion solution. Choosing the right product combinations is easy with this Quick Sizing Guideline for Oriental Motor’s Alpha Step AZ Series and THK’s KR Series LM Guide Actuators. The AZ Series with Mechanical Absolute Encoder is the right motor for […]

Everything you need to know about stepper motors

Stepper motors are popular for their ability to position easily and accurately.  The travel amount and the speed can be easily controlled by a digital pulse signal.  Unlike servo motors, stepper motors do not require encoders or complicated PID loops to operate. Easy to Use: 34% Inexpensive: 17% Simple Operation: 16% No Tuning: 12% Other: 21% Therefore, […]

Oriental Motor Electromagnetic Brake Stepper Motors – PKP Series Video

  The electromagnetic brake is located in the back and operates separately from the stepper motor. When the power is cut off, the electromagnetic brake holds the load in position. Learn how Oriental Motor power off-activated electromagnetic brake stepper motor works and the applications that can benefit from it. Discuss your project with a MSI […]