Reduced Wiring and Space-Saving of Stepper Motor Driver That Saves Control Cabinet Space

Issue: Increased Control Cabinet Space and Wiring Man-Hours Due to Combined Use of 2-Phase/5-Phase Stepper Motors

In the past, when 2-phase/5-phase stepper motors were used together in a single machine, it was necessary to provide a separate motor and driver set for each.

Challenge:

• Need to Increase the Number of Motor Axes in Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment While Reducing the Footprint in Next-Generation Models.
• Increasing the Number of Axes Requires More Space for Driver Installation and Wiring, As Well as More Man-Hours for Wiring.
• Since 2-Phase/5-Phase Stepper Motors are Used Together, the Driver Changes for Each Motor, Increase the Number of Parts to Manage.
• Prefer to Consolidate the Control Method Using EtherCAT

Solution: Reduce Equipment Footprint With a Multi-Axis Driver That Can Control Both 2-Phase and 5-Phase With a Single Unit

CVD Series multi-axis type EtherCAT compatible supports four motor axes with a single driver, enabling control of 2-phase and 5-phase stepper motors with a single driver. The significant reduction in control cabinet space and reduced wiring makes for a smaller footprint.