Performance Motion Devices (PMD) was recently featured in Electronic Design for its ION/CME N-Series Digital Drive, a rugged and compact solution for intelligent motor-drive control. The article highlights how the PCB-mountable drives integrate advanced motion-control capabilities into a small footprint, delivering up to 1 kW of power while supporting brushed DC, brushless DC, and stepper motors. Designed for embedded applications in industries like semiconductor, medical, and automation, the system combines high performance with flexibility across a wide range of use cases.
A key focus of the coverage is the N-Series’ ability to simplify system design through integrated intelligence. Each module handles functions such as profile generation, servo control, torque management, and stall detection, while supporting multiple communication interfaces including Ethernet and CAN FD. Paired with PMD’s software tools and programmable C-Motion engine, the platform enables engineers to develop and deploy sophisticated motion-control applications more efficiently, making it a strong fit for distributed and networked motion systems.
Click here to read the full article on Electronic Design.
