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Special Machines

Stepper motors, BLDC motors, servo motors and universal motors.

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Beyond classic AC and DC machines, motion control and appliances rely on several special motors.

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Stepper Motors

Move in precise fixed steps — open-loop positioning for 3D printers and CNC machines.

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BLDC Motors

Brushless DC motors use electronic commutation for high efficiency and long life.

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Servo Motors

A motor with position feedback and a controller that drives it to a commanded position.

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Universal Motors

Series-wound commutator motors that run on AC or DC — high speed for mixers and power tools.

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