Technical Articles

When multiple product options exist to fulfill given design requirements, how can designers be sure they are choosing the best type of system for their application needs?

A brief comparison between Stepper Motors and Servo Motors, this article discusses the differences between closed-loop and open-loop control, speed and power, required maintenance and reliability, accuracy and resolution, and how to select the appropriate system for your application.

A short guide explaining how to mount your GBPS series planetary gearbox to a motor.

Introducing our new line of High-Voltage Incremental Rotary Encoders!

Anaheim Automation offers a wide variety of competitively-priced Linear Actuator products, Screw-Driven Linear Stages, Belt-Driven Actuators, Rod-Style Actuators, Stepper Motor Actuators (hybrid and Permanent Magnet varieties), and BLDC Motor Linear Actuators with Ball Screws. Linear Actuators are ideal for applications including: lab and biotech automation, inspection stations, part scanning, pick-and-place, liquid dispensing, part insertion, or any use-case requiring reliability and precision in linear positioning.

Choosing a Gearbox for Your Anaheim Automation Motor? We offer Planetary Gearboxes made to mount to our Stepper, Brushless DC, and Servo motors. This guide lists popular Anaheim motor series, their compatible Gearbox Mounting Flange number, and the Anaheim Gearbox series in which you can find the appropriate mounting flange for your motor.

A brief overview of AC Motor and Drive basics. Learn about general AC motor characteristics and drive functions, drive modes, and tips for selecting an AC motor and drive/VFD.

Is your stepper motor sized correctly for your application? Learn about the unique role inertia plays in stepper selection, and how to avoid the common mistake of ignoring inertia when sizing a stepper motor.

The risk of electrical shock should always be a top concern in the installation and operation of motion control systems. To keep people and equipment safe, always be sure the installation/operation environment for your motion system is conducive to good general practices for electrical components.

Motion control systems should be installed and operated in an atmosphere conducive to general best practices for electrical/electronic components. The following safety and environmental considerations should be observed during all phases of installation, operation, service, and repair of motion control systems. Failure to comply with these precautions violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of motion control components.