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This size 11 brushless DC slotted mini motor is optimized for large bone drill applications; a cannulated shaft, motor torque and speed make this an ideal solution for powered surgical hand tools that are used for joint replacement surgeries of the knee, hip and shoulder. Portescap mini motors for surgical power applications are designed for high reliability in autoclave...

Brushless DC (BLDC) motors offer several advantages over traditional brushed DC motors, including higher efficiency, longer lifespan, and greater reliability. However, to operate a BLDC motor, you need a specialized motor controller that provides the necessary electrical signals to control the motor's speed, direction, and torque. Let’s explore how to select a brushless ...

Though the Aerospace and Defense industry is constantly evolving, one thing remains the same: the need for more power, higher efficiency, and improved ruggedness in ever-smaller spaces. This is where SWaP comes into play. SWaP, or Space, Weight, and Power, describes three critical factors that must be accounted for when designing and implementing miniature motion solutio...

When it comes to developing a successful device, the role of miniature motors cannot be underestimated. These small yet powerful components are the backbone of many devices, from surgical robotics to missile fin actuation to industrial power tools, enabling them to perform exactly as they should. By involving miniature motor suppliers early in the device development proc...

The R26HT gearbox is a full metallic high torque gearhead designed with a planetary arrangement for applications requiring very high torque in a relatively small package. The R26HT can deliver max continuous torque up to 4Nm. The R26HT offers a power-packed, optimized design that allows it to withstand high input speeds up to 18,000 rpm, making it an ideal combination fo...

High-performance aircraft require a reliable, accurate, and stable fuel flow to power their engines. A fuel metering valve throttles the appropriate amount of fuel based on the engine power required. A miniature motor incorporated into the valve ensures the accuracy and stability of fuel flow rates. A global leader in flight control actuation, fluid conveyance, pneumati...

Stepper linear actuators, or digital linear actuators, are devices that directly convert rotary motion into linear motion by using nut and leadscrew mechanisms. Unlike typical miniature motor technologies, linear motion is achieved in the motor itself, which eliminates designing separate transmission mechanisms; this not only decreases the footprint of the motor, but als...

A stepper motor is a brushless DC electric motor that turns in steps, with input in the form of programmed energization of the stator windings and output in the form of discrete angular rotation. The defining characteristic of a stepper is its shaft, which rotates by performing steps; that is, by moving a fixed number of degrees. Stepper motors can also divide a full rot...

Portescap, a global provider of motion solutions, is pleased to announce our participation in Automation Expo 2023. The upcoming show is being held at the Bombay Exhibition Center in Mumbai, India, from August 23-26, 2023, and is one of Southeast Asia’s largest exhibitions that brings together professionals from across the automation industry. Our team will be available...

This article presents the analysis of center distance influence on gearbox dynamics, which is characterized by time-varying mesh stiffness. System-level dynamic analysis and a detailed mathematical transmission model presenting the center distance as a variable have been used to predict the gearbox noise behavior. The center distance variation in the mathematical model i...

The 90ECF brushless DC flat slotted motor is the newest and largest – motor to join our flat motor portfolio. Featuring a performance optimized design that utilizes an outer rotor configuration with an overall body length of 40mm, this motor delivers high power density and smooth output torque in a compact package.

Surgical power tools have been a critical part of the medical industry for decades, having undergone significant advancements in recent years to meet the ever-shifting demands of surgical procedures. Rapid technological innovation has not only helped facilitate the development of more precise and efficient surgical power tools, but the continued miniaturization of the mi...

It is critical to accurately control the flight trajectory of a missile so that it reaches the intended target. Based on inputs from the guidance system, actuators precisely adjust the position of control surfaces (i.e. the fins and canards) to guide the missile’s flight trajectory. The motor driving the actuator must be both lightweight and rugged to tolerate the extrem...

A leading manufacturer of mechanical thrombectomy devices needed a high-speed DC motor to power a new device to remove clots in the brain. Since brain clots can be fatal, motor precision and reliability are key to the optimal outcome for the patient. To remove a clot, the device first spins a wire at high speed to break up the clot, then vacuum aspirates it out of the bl...

A major airline uses automatic, reliable and simple to operate passenger window shades to darken or block light. The motors that perform this function must adhere to stringent design requirements for aircraft electronics, which include low weight, high reliability and low power consumption. A key aircraft industry shade manufacturer needed a motor source to fit these sha...

A variety of motor manufacturers provide online tools and calculators to assist users in selecting an ideal miniature motor, including our own MotionCompass™, a web-based application designed to provide mini motor solutions based on unique motion requirements for various applications. However, these tools shouldn’t replace having a fundamental understanding of the factor...

The integration of miniature motors allows robots to make very small and precise movements – a key advantage in surgical procedures. Tiny motors provide the high torque and precise control vital to perform surgeries with improved accuracy and minimal invasiveness. Surgeons rely on robots to perform surgeries that would otherwise be difficult or impossible to do and to pr...

In mechanical thrombectomy systems, DC motors enable thrombus or blood clot removal via the treatment device. For DC motors, there are two technologies to review when selecting a motor for the device: Iron Core and Coreless. Let’s review why DC Coreless motors are a superior selection for this application. DC Coreless motors, as the name suggests, have no iron core at t...

This size 8 brushless DC slotted mini motor is designed for high reliability in autoclave environments and can reach more than 1,000 sterilization cycles. With this new frame size, your application design will benefit from a motion solution built with Portescap's extensive experience in autoclavable motor design. The size 8 mini motor’s torque and speed make this an idea...

The popularity of collaborative robots (cobots) has led to a wide variety of humanoid style robots being used in various home and industrial settings. The robot axes require actuators that are compact, power-dense, quiet and operate smoothly with low vibration. Most cobots include 4–6 axes of motion: base, knee, arm, shoulder, wrist and end-effector. A Chinese manufactu...

With highly specialized designs from Portescap, you get reliable solutions that are resistant to thermal and mechanical shock and that are capable of delivering the necessary power and long life required for these applications, all in a small, lightweight envelope.

Decided that a brush DC motor is right for your application or device? Great! These motors are designed to provide high power density, low friction, low starting voltages, minimal iron losses, and superb speed-to-torque performance, making them ideal for applications in the medical, robotics, factory automation, and aerospace and defense fields. How Do I Choose Between ...

Though small in size, brushless DC mini motors serve a variety of critical roles in today’s commercial and military aircraft. From delivering active force feedback to the pilot, thus reducing pilot workload and strain, to providing key inputs on controls inside the cockpit, motion solutions deliver the power and reliability behind flight control systems.

To reduce total cost of care, healthcare providers are increasingly turning toward home and ambulatory infusion pumps to free the patient from the hospital setting. These small, battery powered pumps save thousands of dollars in hospital room and nursing care costs. They also allow the patient to continue therapy while leading a more normal life in the comfort of the hom...

Portescap expands their brushless slotless DC platform to include the 16ECP24 miniature BLDC motor and the 16ECP24-2A miniature BLDC motor with integrated electronics. The 16ECP24 motors are cost optimized without sacrificing performance or reliability. The 16ECP24 features a 16mm motor diameter, 24mm in length, that delivers speeds up to 60,000 rpm in a 26 gram package...

Maintaining proper blood flow is critical for tissue oxygenation. When blood flow is obstructed, discomfort, loss of limbs and even death can occur. Peripheral artery disease is a circulatory problem where narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to your limbs. This is often caused by a build-up of fatty deposits on artery walls, which must be reduced or removed by a procedur...

Portescap expands their brushless slotless DC platform to include the 16ECP24 miniature BLDC motor and the 16ECP24-2A miniature BLDC motor with integrated electronics. The 16ECP24 motors are cost optimized without sacrificing performance or reliability. The 16ECP24 features a 16mm motor diameter, 24mm in length, that delivers speeds up to 60,000 rpm in a 26 gram package...

The R26HT high torque gearhead is the latest addition to Portescap’s robust motor accessory portfolio and pairs perfectly with our existing 22mm brushless slotless motor technologies. Offering up to 4Nm continuous torque within a 26mm frame size, the R26HT delivers 30% to 50% more torque than similar-sized competitive gearbox solutions while simultaneously providing high...

Portescap is excited to introduce the B2010A4 and B0810A1 brushless DC slotted motors, the two newest additions to our Surgical Motor Solutions portfolio. Leveraging Portescap’s decades-long expertise in developing sterilizable solutions for surgical hand tool applications, these motors are designed to withstand more than 1,000 autoclave and medical device dishwasher cyc...

Benefiting from the usage of disc magnet technology and a cost-optimized design, the 26BF-2A reliably delivers a dynamic motion profile, excellent speed-torque performances, and high-power density in a flat, compact architecture. The 26BF-2A features two standout characteristics: a larger front ball bearing and integrated electronics. The front ball bearing assembly is...

Portescap is excited to announce the launch of the 90ECF brushless DC flat slotted motor, which is the newest – and largest – motor to join our flat motor portfolio. The 90ECF features a performance-optimized design that utilizes an outer rotor configuration with an overall body length of 40mm, enabling it to deliver high power density and smooth output torque in a compa...

Coming soon, the new 26BF nuvoDisc is a flat BLDC motor utilizing a unique disc magnet slotless technology. Featuring a diameter of 26mm and an overall body length of only 11mm, this innovative motor provides dynamic motion capabilities due to the very low inertia in a compact envelope. The design is equipped with a ball bearing assembly that is larger than most of the ...

Let's Get This Show Started. We're thrilled to be joining our colleagues from Altra Industrial Motion during SPS 2022! Join our experts at Hall 3 #270 during the show to learn more about our miniature motors portfolio, which provides the precise control, high efficiency, and low vibration necessary to maximize performance, reduce costs and improve reliability for indust...

The size 6 SMS brushless DC slotted mini motor is optimized for arthroscopic shaver applications and has been upgraded for higher speeds. This mini motor is an ideal solution for powered surgical hand tools that are used in minimally-invasive surgical procedures to repair joints such as the hip, knee, and shoulder. SMS B0614A4 gearmotors are designed for high reliability...

The R32HT gearbox is a full metallic high torque gearhead designed with a planetary arrangement for applications requiring very high torque in a relatively small package. The R32HT can deliver max continuous torque up to 9Nm. Due to its lower backlash feature, it is ideally suited for precision motion requirements in various applications. Along with the planetary geartra...

The B16C is a compact 16mm gearhead that can be directly integrated with Portescap’s 16DCT, 16DCP, and 17DCT Athlonix brush DC motors and can provide a rated torque up to 100mNm. The B16C gearbox is an excellent option for space constrained applications, including ambulatory enteral feeding pumps, miniature pumps, and home infusion pump.