NDrive Z1 – Single Channel FOC BLDC Motor Controller
Country of Origin: India
Precision FOC Control for Demanding Motion Applications
The NDrive Z1 is a compact, high-performance BLDC motor controller for robotics applications, combining FOC-based servo control, high-speed CAN communication, dual encoder support, and programmable motion-control capabilities in a compact form factor.
Features & Specs
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Single-axis motor controller for BLDC motors
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FOC-based servo control
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12–48V DC operating voltage
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20A continuous current
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55A peak current for up to 2 seconds
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Position, velocity, torque, and trajectory control
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Velocity ramp control
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Sensorless control
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On-board 14-bit MA732 absolute magnetic encoder
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Dual encoder support for motor and output position feedback
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External regenerative brake resistor
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Motor thermistor input for thermal monitoring
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MOSFET temperature monitoring
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CAN 2.0B communication up to 1Mbps
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Daisy-chainable CAN interface
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C++ and Python SDK support
Encoder & Feedback
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On-board MA732 14-bit absolute magnetic encoder
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External incremental encoder interface
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External SPI absolute encoder interface
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Dual encoder operation for high-accuracy position feedback
Communication & Software
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CAN 2.0B upto 1Mbps
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Daisy-chain CAN connectivity
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Configurable CAN termination
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Direct USB configuration is currently supported on Linux only
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For configuration and control via CAN Bus, NLink Adapter is highly recommended
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For systems with multiple NDrive Z1 controllers, using the NLink Adapter provides a convenient USB-to-CAN interface for configuring and communicating with multiple devices
Electrical Features
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Maximum input voltage: 56V
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Continuous current: 20A
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Peak current: 55A
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External brake resistor support for regenerative energy management
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Motor thermistor input
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On-board MOSFET temperature monitoring
Mechanical Specifications
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Mass: 35g
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Board dimensions: 52mm × 52mm
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Compact form factor for robotic joints, actuators, and other space-constrained applications
Controls Specifications
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24kHz PWM frequency
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8kHz control loop frequency
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Position control
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Velocity control
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Torque control
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Trapezoidal trajectory control
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Velocity ramp control
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Sensorless control