Stepper Motor Controllers from Geckodrive deliver precision motion control for CNC machinery, robotics and automation systems. As Geckodrive’s authorised UK distributor, Charter Controls provides their full range of compact and high-performance stepper drives designed for accurate microstepping, smooth motion and long-term reliability.
🔧 Technical Highlights:
- Control type: step and direction interface for 2-phase and 4-phase stepper motors
- Current rating: models from 3 A to 7 A continuous per phase (up to 80 V DC)
- Microstepping: selectable resolution up to 10 microsteps per full step for smooth motion
- Inputs: opto-isolated step, direction and enable signals for robust EMC performance
- Protection: built-in over-voltage, over-current, and thermal shutdown protection
- Mounting: compact chassis or PCB-mount modules for panel integration
- Feedback: automatic current reduction and idle hold for reduced heat generation
- Compatibility: suitable for NEMA 17 to NEMA 34 stepper motors
- Certifications: CE compliant and industry-proven for industrial automation use
✅ Benefits:
- Delivers precise step control and repeatable positioning
- Reduces noise and vibration through advanced microstepping
- Simple integration with PLCs, motion controllers and CNC systems
- Reliable performance under industrial operating conditions
- Backed by Geckodrive’s proven U.S. engineering and Charter Controls’ UK support
🚀 Applications:
- CNC milling, routing and plasma cutting machines
- Pick-and-place and robotics systems
- 3D printers, laser cutters and engraving machines
- Automated valves, positioning tables and test rigs
- General motion control in OEM and retrofit automation projects
Geckodrive stepper controllers combine precision, protection and ease of use — ideal for engineers needing reliable motion control in demanding industrial environments.