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Drive System for robotic joints

Drive System for robotic joints

Drive System for robotic joints

Product catalog summary
Introduction
FAULHABER has been a leader in developing application-specific drive solutions for various markets, focusing on anticipating future trends and adapting production to meet new requirements. The company aims to develop innovative drive systems for robotic applications, exemplified by the FAULHABER BXI motor.
Drive System Development
The FAULHABER BXI motor is designed for robotics, offering a powerful integrated drive system with a short time-to-market. It is tailored for humanoid robots requiring precise, dynamic movements and cobots needing robust, precise drive systems with intelligent control.
FAULHABER BXI System Components
  • Motor
  • Integrated gearhead
  • Absolute encoder
  • External controller (MC 5010 S)
  • Cabling
  • Motion Manager support
The system features plug-and-play usability with M12 electronic interfaces, high efficiency, smooth operation, and optimal control when paired with the FAULHABER MC5010 motion controller.
Performance and Design
The BXI motor is compact, offering high power density and long service life. It includes a lightweight, low-backlash planetary gearhead and a 15-bit SSI absolute encoder for precise positioning. The aluminum housing ensures corrosion resistance and optimized cooling.
Technical Specifications
  • Mass: 987 g
  • Reduction ratio: 10.5:1
  • Operating voltage: 5 V ±10%
  • Protocol: SSI
  • Resolution: 15 Bit
  • Voltage range: 0 ... 50 V
  • Max. torque: 20 Nm
  • Max. power output: 270 W
  • Operating temperature range: -25 to 85°C
The motor supports high short-term overload tolerance and is suitable for applications requiring compactness and power, such as articulated joint drives for humanoid robots.
Conclusion
The FAULHABER BXI motor sets new standards in robustness and compactness, making it ideal for advanced robotic applications. It combines high torque, easy integration, and precise motion control, meeting the demands of modern robotics.
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FAULHABER drives robotics forward For decades, we have been a driving force in the development of applicationspecific drive solutions and have set benchmarks across a wide range of markets. Our ability to anticipate future trends and adapt our production to new requirements makes us the ideal partner when it comes to developing innovative solutions together and bringing them to market quickly. We develop the perfect drive system for your robot With an exceptionally short time-to-market, new dimensions, and perfectly matched features for robotics, the FAULHABER BXI is a prime example of the efficiency...

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For demanding coordinated movements Intelligent, compact drive systems keep the evolution of robotics moving forward. Reliable positioning and gripping for cobots Industrial and automation applications require robust, precise drive systems with intelligent control.

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- Integrated gearhead - Absolute encoder - Motion Manager support When connected to the FAULHABER MC5010 motion controller, a perfectly coordinated system is created for torque-sensitive, high-precision positioning tasks with simultaneous motor protection and easy commissioning thanks to Motion Manager software. Two robust, shielded Ml 2 electronic interfaces for motor supply and encoder ensure connection to the controller. The internal rotor design with 21 pole pairs, a slotted stator, and iron-core winding ensures low cogging torque and high torque density.

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The FAULHABER BXI was developed specifically for the high demands placed on joints in current and future robotics applications. The drive system consists of a unit comprising a motor, integrated planetary gearhead, and high-resolution encoder. Its strength lies in its compactness: maximum performance in minimum space. LIGHTWEIGHT, COOL, AND COMPACT The flat, space-saving aluminum housing guarantees corrosion resistance without coating and ensures optimized cooling. Additional advantages include low weight and high torque density. SUFFICIENT POWER RESERVES IN THE LIMIT AREA A low mechanical time...

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Facts & Figures The Series 9317 BXI G internal rotor motor combines robustness and compactness, setting new standards. Its high maximum torque of up to 20 Nm enables effortless dynamic movements for fast response times and precise motion control. With a voltage range up to 50 V, the available interfaces, and a length of only 34 mm, the BXI is easy to integrate. Perfect for applications where every millimeter, every gram, and above all, power counts, e.g., as an articulated joint drive for humanoid robots.

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DATA SHEET 9317...BXI G Mechanical specifications Mass Reduction ratio Electrical specifications Encoder absolute encoder with line driver Operating voltage 5 V ±10 % Protocol SSI Resolution 15 Bit Voltage range Motor, DC Operating temperature range Ambient temperature -25 … 85°C Max. torque, up to Max. power output, up to Max. phase current, up to No-load speed No-load current phase, rms No-load voltage, DC Max. temperature - Motor / housing - Winding, max. permissible Continuous torque Continuous torque Maximum dutyduty cyclecycle Maximum (S2 operation) @57 @57 min-1min-1 (S2 operation) Continuous...

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