The MDrivePlus CANopen offers system designers a low cost, intelligent microstepping drive integrated with a high torque brushless motor in standard NEMA frame sizes 17, 23, 34 and 42. Frame size 17 is integrated with a +12 to +48VDC microstepping driver and a +12 V_DC to +75 V_DC microstepping driver for frame sizes 23 and 34. These DC powered integrated motion controllers are all CE. Available in a 120 V_AC or 240 V_AC configuration, frame sizes 34 and 42 are CE and UL certified.

The NEMA 17, 23 and 34 models are available in three stack sizes, with two stack sizes available for the size 42.
The unsurpassed smoothness and performance delivered by the MDrivePlus CANopen is achieved through IMS's advanced 2^nd generation current control. By applying innovative techniques to control current flow through the motor, resonance is significantly dampened over the entire speed range and audible noise is reduced.

The MDrivePlus accepts a broad input voltage range, delivering enhanced performance and speed. Oversized input capacitors are used to minimize power line surges, reducing problems that can occur with long runs and multiple drive systems. An extended operating range of −40 °C to +85 °C provides long life, trouble free service in demanding environments.
Standard features available in the MDrivePlus CANopen include four +5 V to +24 V general purpose I/O lines, one 10-bit analog input.

Expanded features in the MDrivePlus2 version include up to eight +5 V to +24 V general purpose I/O lines.
For use in environments where exposure to chemical, dust and liquids may occur, a sealed assembly MDrivePlus2-65 version is designed to meet IP65 specifications. All MDrivePlus CANopen models are available with optional closed loop configuration added via a 512 line (2048 edge) magnetic encoder with index mark, internal to the unit so there is no increase in length. This increases functionality by adding stall detection, position maintenance and find index mark.

The MDrivePlus communicates using the CiA DS-301: Application layer and communication profile. The CAN network supports 11-bit CAN-IDs and 29-bit CAN-IDs and is capable of all standard frequencies from 10 kHz to 1 MHz. CANopen features include node guarding, heartbeat producer, SDOs and PDOs. Highlights include variable PDO mapping and extended node identifier.

Supported Modes of Operation for the MDrivePlus CANopen include: Profile position, homing mode and profile velocity using the standard DSP 402: Device profile for drives and controls specification and object dictionary.

Interface connections are accomplished using 12,0 inch (30,5 cm) flying leads or a seven position terminal strip. Plus2 versions come with pluggable locking wire crimp connectors.

IP65 rated sealed versions come with M12/M23 circular connectors. The CAN interface can be connected through a standard DB-9 (male) connector or and M12 (female) connector on IP65 and AC Models.

The MDrivePlus is a compact, powerful and inexpensive solution that will reduce system cost, design and assembly time for a large range of brushless motor applications.