Fully Closed-loop Control of Stepper Motors for Meeting Miniaturization Requirements

Issue: To Improve Alignment Accuracy

In semiconductor manufacturing processes, where the trend toward miniaturization continues, improving alignment accuracy is an issue in some cases.

Challenge:

  • It is Necessary to Meet the Demand for Miniaturization in the Semiconductor Manufacturing Process, But The Current Positioning Accuracy is Insufficient.
  • Need to Bring the Equipment to a Complete Standstill Quickly When Stopping

Solution: Stepper motors with Fully Closed-loop Control for Submicron High Precision Positioning

Fully closed-loop control of 5-phase stepper motors is possible with the CVD Series fully closed-loop control type. At the start of positioning, an open loop control taking advantage of the stepper motor's high responsiveness is performed, and once the position command is completed, position correction is performed using feedback from external sensors.

Fully Closed-loop Driver with Linear Encoder Support for Improved Accuracy

CVD Series fully closed-loop control type is compatible with linear encoders, allowing direct feedback of the position on the mechanism and correcting the difference between the feedback position and the command position. Enables high-precision positioning within submicrons, corresponding to the resolution of the linear encoder used in combination.

High Precision Positioning by CVD Series Fully Closed-loop Control Type Compatible with Linear Encoders

Open Loop Control Until Position Command Completion
Open Loop Control Until Position Command Completion

Direct Feedback of Differences from the Driver to Host for Correction
Direct Feedback of Differences from the Driver to Host for Correction


Stepper Motor Prevents Hunting when Stopping

CVD Series fully closed-loop control type uses a stepper motor, so hunting does not occur when positioning is completed and the machine remains stationary. Additionally, there is no need for tailored gain adjustment as in the case of servo motors.

 

Achieve Cost Reduction and Driver Miniaturization with Fully Closed-loop Control

CVD Series is the industry's smallest class of compact, lightweight, high-performance drivers that help with space saving. The fully closed-loop control type's list price is 309.11 USD, and it can be used to configure a fully closed-loop control system at a reasonable price. The connectors for wiring the driver come in products with different orientations, making them useful for wiring in tight spaces.

Recommended Products

CVD Series Fully Closed-Loop Control Type

 


CVD Series Fully Closed-Loop Control Type

 


Compatible Motors

  • 5-Phase Stepper Motor PKP Series
  • 5-Phase Stepper Motor PK Series


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