Direct Drive Motors target medium-sized applications.
Press Release Summary:
Capable of 2s-1 max rotational speed, 7 in. dia Megatorque PN Series Motors incorporate absolute position sensor with resolution of 2,621,440 counts/rev and positioning accuracy of 90 arc sec, requiring no homing operations. Megaterm software provides editing, preparing, and controlling functions. Featuring ultra-thin 35 mm design, motors are suited for semiconductor chip inspection, tool changers for machine tools, and medical liquid handling equipment.
Original Press Release:
NSK Precision America Introduces PN Series of Direct Drive Motors
Franklin, Indiana, July 3, 2008 - NSK Precision America has introduced the PN series motor, a new addition to its Megatorque Motor line of direct drive motors. Offering similar performance to the company's successful PS series, the PN models feature a much more compact design.
Ideal for medium-sized applications, the PN series provides fast, precise and accurate positioning. The ultra-thin, compact 35 mm design increases flexibility, allowing for use in applications ranging from semiconductor chip inspection to tool changers for machine tools to medical liquid handling equipment.
Capable of a maximum rotational speed of 2s-1, the PN series offers position sensor resolution of 2,621,440 counts/rev. An absolute position sensor provides positioning accuracy of 90 arc seconds, requiring no homing operations. The series' interchangeable motors and driver units can be combined freely.
PN series direct drive motors are controlled via an upgraded version of NSK's Megaterm software. Featuring improvements that offer user-friendly editing, preparing and controlling functions, the latest version of Megaterm software can also be used with the PS series.
The PN series is available with a 7" diameter. For more information, visit http://www.nskprecision.com/pspn.
About NSK Precision America
A subsidiary of NSK Americas, NSK Precision America produces world class precision ball screws, linear guides and linear actuators. By manufacturing domestically in Franklin, Indiana, the company achieves unparalleled flexibility in meeting the design, delivery and engineering needs of the US industry. For more information on NSK Precision America's products and services, please contact Dan Passero at 317-738-5089 or passerd@nskprecision.com.
