3rd June 2021
Modern trends towards high volume surgery centres enable the costs of the most advanced surgical hand tool technologies to be amortised across high numbers of patients. But not every hospital has such luxury of choice, and for the companies targeting this market, the cost of components such as electric motors becomes a key design consideration.
20th May 2021
The electrification of the dampers that regulate airflow in HVAC systems is an increasing trend, with stepper motors becoming a popular choice for actuation of the damper. But there are major miniature motor design elements that should be considered.
13th May 2021
Stepper motors are a popular choice for many motorized systems, particularly because they are easy to drive. However, knowing more about the different stepper motor technologies and how they are driven can be a significant benefit. With an understanding of bipolar and unipolar driving, it is easier for designers to implement a truly optimized solution.
15th April 2021
Portescap has launched an online product recommendation tool for its brush and brushless DC motors. The Portescap MotionCompass enables users to input the operating points and key parameters – as well as requirements for gearboxes and position feedback – then provides a prioritized list of the different products that meet the needs of the application.
9th April 2021
It’s now even easier to find, configure and purchase the ideal miniature motor to suit any environment and envelope, at the new Portescap e-store (shop.portescap.com). Portescap has launched this simple-to-navigate ecommerce website to make it quick and efficient to select and order the right miniature motor for performance-critical applications.
18th March 2021
As the capabilities of control systems grow, so the potential use cases for surgical hand tools also grow. These increasingly sophisticated motion profiles demand more accurate speed and position information in a closed-loop system than can be provided with traditional feedback methods. They also have to be able to withstand the rigours of sterilisation within an autoclave.
17th March 2021
Portescap introduces the newest addition to their Ultra EC™ mini brushless DC motor platform – the 22 ECP brushless motor with a new integrated driver. This new 22mm diameter motor is available in 35mm length. These compact motors offer almost 50 percent more continuous torque over similar comparative motors without compromising on the smooth operation and long life you expect from Portescap’s brushless slotless motors.
3rd March 2021
To achieve maximum performance from a miniature linear motion application, it’s vital to make sure the motor’s specification meets the requirements. Efficiency, high power, optimised dimensions and acceleration are among the criteria for selection to optimise demanding lead screw applications.
25th February 2021
Global leader in miniature electric motor solutions, Portescap, has increased its support for France and French speaking markets with the launch of a new website. The French language website will support OEM design engineers and provides motor specifications, drawings, 3D models and features to provide fast miniature motor selection. To further support existing French speaking Portescap customers, the website enables rapid selection and request of spare parts and access to customer support.
23rd February 2021
An automated medication dispenser manufacturer has selected Portescap’s mini-stepper motors for reliable, accurate control. The mini motors provide a cost-effective, maintenance-free solution for the medication dispenser, which can be installed in systems designed for home use.