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TMC2208V1.2 Stepper Motor Driver Features:
- High-Performance Chip:
- Single-axis TMC2208 stepper motor driver.
- Built-in power tube ensuring reliable operation.
- Optimal Driving Current:
- Standard driving current of 1.4A.
- Peaks up to 2A for efficient performance.
- Extended Voltage Range:
- Operates seamlessly within a 4.75V-36V range, providing flexibility for varied printing projects.
- Advanced microPlyer Interpolation Unit:
- Offers up to 256 microsteps per step resolution, making even the most intricate designs possible.
- Ensures sinusoidal control for smooth operation.
- Compatibility First:
- Engineered to integrate seamlessly with existing 3D printer electronics, making it a plug-and-play addition to your setup.
- Independent & Versatile Operation:
- Features pulse/direction input, allowing for autonomous functioning.
- Configuration is effortlessly handled via digital input, ensuring a hassle-free setup and operation.
TMC2209V2.1 Stepper Motor
The TMC2209 is an advanced stepper motor driver designed for two-phase stepper motors, offering ultra-silent operation and a host of features that elevate motor performance and efficiency. Whether you’re building or upgrading a 3D printer, CNC machine, or any other project requiring precise and quiet motor control, the TMC2209 is a powerful and versatile solution.
Key Features:
- Ultra-Silent Operation:
- Utilizes Trinamic’s StealthChop2™ technology, ensuring noiseless operation, making it perfect for environments where noise reduction is essential.
- High Microstepping Resolution:
- Supports up to 256x microstepping, providing incredibly smooth and precise motor control for enhanced performance.
- Sensorless Homing:
- Equipped with StallGuard4™ technology, allowing for sensorless homing, which eliminates the need for external sensors and reduces system complexity.
- Robust Current Handling:
- Integrated power MOSFETs can handle up to 2A RMS motor current, ensuring stable and reliable performance even under demanding conditions.
- Flexible Interfaces:
- Supports both Step/Direction (S/D) and UART interfaces, allowing for versatile configuration and advanced tuning options.
- Effective Heat Management:
- Often comes with a heat sink to effectively manage heat dissipation, ensuring consistent and stable operation over long periods.
- Compatibility:
- Hardware compatible with StepStick and Pololu A4988, making it an easy upgrade for existing systems.
Specifications:
- Drive Capability: Up to 1.7A (RMS) continuous coil current, 2.8A peak.
- Microstep Interpolation: Up to 256 microsteps.
- Motor Voltage: 5.5V to 28V.
- Logic Voltage: 3.3V to 5V.
- RSense: 0.11 Ohm.
- Technologies:
- StealthChop2™: For silent operation and smooth motion.
- SpreadCycle: High dynamic motor control chopper (enableable via UART, OTP, or CFG Pin).
- CoolStep: Current control for energy savings.
- StallGuard4™: Sensorless motor load detection and homing.
Applications:
The TMC2209 is ideal for:
- 3D Printers: Enhance your printer’s performance with ultra-quiet and precise motor control.
- CNC Machines: Achieve smooth and accurate movements in your CNC projects.
- Robotics: Perfect for applications where silent and efficient motor operation is crucial.
- Hobbyist and Professional Use: Suitable for any project requiring high-performance motor control.
Comparison to TMC2208:
The TMC2209 is an upgrade over the TMC2208, offering quieter operation, additional features such as sensorless homing, and better heat management. It is a cost-effective solution for improving motor performance and extending the lifespan of motor drives.
Product Description:
The TMC2209 stepper motor driver IC is a highly advanced and super silent motor driver for two-phase stepper motors. It incorporates Trinamic’s latest technologies, including StealthChop2™ for silent operation and StallGuard4™ for sensorless homing, ensuring high efficiency, motor torque, and precise control. With robust current handling capabilities and a flexible interface, the TMC2209 is the ideal choice for anyone looking to enhance the performance and efficiency of their stepper motors.
Package Contents:
- 1x TMC2209 Stepper Motor Driver
- 1x Heat Sink (if applicable)
- 1x Configuration Guide (if applicable)
Notes:
- Ensure your power supply can handle the high currents drawn by the TMC2209, especially under load.
- If the motor’s range of movement is less than 180 degrees, the minimum (500µs) and maximum pulse width (2500µs) may need to be adjusted in your controller.
The TMC2209 stepper motor driver is the perfect blend of precision, efficiency, and quiet operation, making it an essential component for any advanced motor control project.
