ClearPath: Teknic's Integrated Brushless Servo Motor, Drive and Encoder

ClearPath is a complete, brushless, servo motor system all in one, compact package. Models with peak shaft power from 1/8 hp to 8 hp are available online starting at $249 (includes motor, drive, controls and encoder). All models ship within 3 days.
With ClearPath, you can precisely control position, speed, and torque with a minimal amount of wiring and other setup. And, ClearPath is at a price that finally makes servo control affordable for any motor control application.
This overview video shows different applications, controllers, and configurations for ClearPath. The video demonstrates ClearPath's power, smoothness, ease of use, accuracy, reliability, and more. Examples of ClearPath's different operational modes are included, as well as fields that these operational modes can be used in.
Looking for an easy way to command complex sequences of point-to-point moves without an expensive motion control indexer? Use a PLC with ClearPath's incremental positioning modes.
Need a replacement for your stepper motor because it loses steps or stalls? ClearPath "Step and Direction" (SD) will give you high performance and robust servo control. ClearPath SD will be a drop in replacement for a stepper-without requiring you to change your software.
Jump to the 4:02 mark to get a demonstration of ClearPath's state of the art performance. The demonstration includes a ClearPath hooked up to a linear stage driving a carriage that has a breakable, acrylic rod mounted to it. Watch as ClearPath can accurately drive the rod through a slot (just big enough in size) on a spinning disk (driven by a second ClearPath).
The video also discusses the power density of ClearPath. ClearPath power, efficiency, and ruggedness is compared to that of a variety of different motors such as AC induction motors, stepper motors, and DC brush motors.
*Note: Since releasing this video, Teknic has added a few more ClearPath product lines! This video is slightly updated to include an image of Teknic’s new AC-input integral HP motors at 3:36. We’ve also released washdown rated versions of the fractional HP ClearPath motors (IP66K/IP67). Visit Teknic’s website for more information about these new ClearPath products: teknic.com/pro...
ClearPath is manufactured in Rochester, New York and comes with a 3 year warranty. You can try ClearPath risk-free for a full 3 months. Return it for any reason if you're not completely blown away by its capabilities and performance.
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[@make425]

Not even a minute and a half into the video I'm already at the comment section going wow. There's so many different applications for this motor.

[@kayzrx8]

Impressive

[@scoop4363]

28OCT2020 - A mechanical engineer buddy sent me this link. All I can say is . . . DANG! I would almost go back to school just to learn how to build something that needed this. Who am I kidding? That's just another thing I'll never do.

[@michaelschuler7397]

This company is fantastic we have been using their other products for over 18 years

[@abeamirana4892]

Thanks Michael! We sincerely appreciate your feedback. ~ AbeA

[@martinvargas9015]

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[@charlesnewkirk1361]

Awesome!!!!!!!!!

[@bryomuch]

its like you know me ,you knew exactly what i wanted to hear,i am bought ,this is going to my wishlist

[@snazzysnazzergryphon8550]

Wait so your telling me that your motor can do all this keep up the good work guys and gals!!!

[@TeknicInc]

Hi snazz y, Yes they really can do all that! Thanks for the kind words and encouragement! Best regards, Brendan F.

[@ethanberges1811]

You Should make RC servos it Would destroy the competition

[@akshaykhot-sq3zs]

is the rotor of this motor rotated by external load? and if I am rotating the motor with the power source in CW direction and the load torque is in the CCW direction, the torque value getting from the motor will be a resultant torque or torque generated by current only? is it possible to hold the position of motor with load without heating?

[@TeknicInc]

Hi Akshay Khot I'm an applications engineer with Teknic and came across your posting. I'm not quite sure I understand your question but I encourage you to contact us directly - we'd be happy to answer any technical questions about our products. You can either call us directly at 585-784-7454 and ask to speak with an applications engineer or leave a more detailed message on our technical support web page (teknic.com/contact/). Thanks. Best regards, Abe A | OEM Applications Engineer

[@MrWylde007]

In this example where the rod goes through the disc, how fast is the rod moving? I'm developing a product and I need something exactly like this but I need it to be moving 38 m/s.

[@TeknicInc]

Hi MrWylde007, That's a good question. I'm not sure what the exact speed was, but after speaking with a few other engineers at Teknic, it seems the axis was running at around 5 m/s. If you have any questions about how to accomplish the goals for your application, please feel free to contact Teknic at 585-784-7454 or submit a contact request at teknic.com/contact/. Aimee F. - Teknic Applications Engineer

[@DmitryShevkoplyas]

wow! that is amazing!!! thank you!

[@TeknicInc]

Thanks for your enthusiastic compliment! -Warren G.

[@davidchairfield4619]

Thank you, very cool!

[@elvispressedtalot9899]

Your Description of this motor , sounds exactly like this one dude i follow. His Motor can be used as a outboard drive train, or a motorcycle engine. and anything that needs torque and speed... but both that work together "RPM" at equal Speeds. Checking out the price. Nicely made aswell

[@TeknicInc]

Hi elvis pressedtalot, Thank you for the kind words! Feel free to contact us at [e-mail] if anything comes up we can help with. Best regards, Mark D.

[@georgegates526]

One word.. WOW!!!

[@InspireCNC]

good work guys.

[@TeknicInc]

Hi inspire Composites. Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment! - Jim W.

[@juancarlosmolina2174]

Eres muy profesional

[@tikisubsmexicanfood5575]

This product will make you rich it will replace every single other type of motor

[@farrazpku4279]

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[@farrazpku4279]

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[@liquerinfrnt]

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[@redtomahawk0]

I love it!! Just how do you program it? What I mean is, how do you make it go at different rpms? Do you use a computer, I don’t have a computer.

[@TeknicInc]

That's a good question. ClearPath MC and SD family motors don't require a computer during normal operation, but you will need a computer to configure and tune an MC or SD motor. On the other hand, ClearPath SC motors require a "full time" computer (more on this below). You also wanted to know how to control a ClearPath motor. The answer is: it depends on which motor series you're working with. MC (Motion Control) series motors can be controlled with simple 5-24 VDC digital I/O, PWM, or frequency based signals. SD (Step & Direction) series motors require 5-24VDC step and direction or quadrature input signals generated by some external device like a microcontroller (think Arduino), an indexer, or a PLC. SC (Software Control) series motors are controlled by a host computer running the user's C++ or C# machine software. To be clear, in a ClearPath-SC system the user writes the machine software which calls functions from Teknic's motion software library. I'd recommend watching the overview videos for each ClearPath family. Here are a few links: MC series: kzbin.info/www/bejne/lYeqaaqPmJ2hbJY SD series: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5jMmJacbL-td7M SC series: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f53NpXquoK-bkNU The ClearPath user manuals are also a good source of information. They are in the Downloads section of our website, or can be opened from here: www.teknic.com/files/downloads/clearpath_user_manual.pdf www.teknic.com/files/downloads/Clearpath-SC%20User%20Manual.pdf Thanks! - Jonathan T.

[@hwingerrr5680]

@@TeknicInc Which motor series was used in the demonstration running the peg through the slot? Does the motor return a real time encoder position at a high enough data rate to synchronize the slot with the peg position? That demo was cool :) I wanted to see it run back and forth repeatedly through the spinning disk; like the android in Alien with the rapid fire knife between the fingers trick-

[@TeknicInc]

Hi H Wingerrr, the MC series was used in the demonstration video above. As an Alien movie enthusiast (I own them all), I understand your desire. But in this case, we did not use encoder feedback to sync the two axes; just some simple arithmetic. ClearPath is accurate in terms of its positioning, velocity, and even torque control. This allowed us to calculate their theoretical crossing point, and we were good to go. Thanks for the feedback and glad you liked the demo! Kevin S. - Teknic Servo Systems Engineer.

[@TeknicInc]

Hi H Wingerrr, it occurred to me after re-reading my previous post that I may not have been entirely clear. ClearPath is “accurate in terms of its positioning, velocity, and torque control” (stated in my previous comment) because all models have an integrated, high-resolution encoder. The fractional horsepower models seen in this demo have an encoder with up to 6,400 counts/revolution while the integral horsepower models have up to 32,000 counts/rev (there are lower resolution options for each). The encoder feedback is used in the drive’s servo control algorithms to determine how much motor torque to output to very precisely follow the motion command. This is why we were able to calculate the theoretical crossing-point and use the resulting motion commands in the demo. Thanks for taking the time to read through my clarification and let us know if you have any questions by contacting [e-mail]. Kevin S. - Teknic Servo Systems Engineer

[@frankpitochelli6786]

Great job..!

[@douglasRbrown]

Very Interesting... I've used mitsubishi servos and amps for years with great results but they are VERY pricy. I'm about to work a side project using a Acorn Centroid controller on a 3 maybe 4 Axis prof of concept on a dev device. (I've never used Acorn before) maybe this could be a different way of looking at design and functionality? LOL. Thank for the video it was very interesting.

[@TeknicInc]

Thanks Douglas! We love getting feedback from our subscribers. We have a number of customers who have used Acorn with ClearPath very successfully. If you have any questions about using our motors for your device let us know at [e-mail]. -- JT

[@vozyvideosmaranata176]

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[@Z-add]

Is there an electric brake option when used on the zaxis. So when the power goes out the zaxis doesn't fall down.

[@TeknicInc]

Hi MySchizo Buddy, The ClearPath motors can be configured to provide an electronic dynamic braking force by shorting together the phases of the motor. This Dynamic braking feature will dramatically reduce the speed at which a Z-axis will fall and is enough to protect most mechanics from any type of physical damage during power loss. If your application requires a true power-off brake (i.e. when power is removed a brake engages to prevent any movement) then please feel free to reach out to Teknic directly at [e-mail] and one of Teknic’s engineers can discuss your specific application needs and, if a brake is needed, point you in the direction of power-off brake manufacturers. Best regards, Brendan F- Teknic Servo Systems Engineer

[@skydivekrazy76]

Can you connect this to a Raspberry Pi or Arduino board to control it?

[@TeknicInc]

Hi Louix, This is a common question and the answer is yes; you can use a Raspberry Pi or Arduino board to interface with ClearPath. The board you use will depend on which of the three series of ClearPath you choose for your application: MC, SD, or SC. If you're interested, I've included some more information in the following paragraphs. With ClearPath-MC (Motion Control), the user pre-programs different motion parameters (velocity, position, acceleration, etc.) and triggers the start and stop of those moves using 5-24VDC digital signals (high/low, PWM, frequency, etc.). Ardunio and Raspberry Pi can both generate these digital signals. Here is a link to a video Teknic created showing how to wire an Arduino to a ClearPath motor: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4uvqHekfLiUm6s You can also use Arduino and Raspberry Pi for ClearPath-SD (Step and Direction). The board sends motion commands to ClearPath in the form of step and direction signals. Note that while Arduino can generate step and direction for point-to-point applications, it can be limited for path following applications such as CNC. I'm not sure what Raspberry Pi's capabilities are in this regard, but it seems technically feasible. Teknic provides source code for generating multi-axis, point-to-point step and direction signals from an Arduino Uno here: github.com/Teknic-ClearPath/ClearPath-Arduino-Step-And-Direction. ClearPath-SC (Software Control) must interface to a PC or single board computer running a Windows or Linux operating system. Motion commands are written on the computer using Teknic's C++/C# class library. Since single-board computers like the Raspberry Pi and BeagleBone Black run an operating system (typically embedded Linux), it can be used with ClearPath-SC. Arduino on the other hand, is a microcontroller without an operating system so it cannot be used. Here is a link to a video that Teknic created which shows how to use a BeagleBone Black and ClearPath-SC: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iGjFmHSlZap8hKs I hope this information helps. If you have any questions, please feel free to email [e-mail]. Teknic website: www.teknic.com/ Best regards, Bridgette G. - Teknic Servo Systems Engineer

[@NO-GAMES]

So will it replace my craftsman lawn tractor 16 hp gas engine?

[@TeknicInc]

Hi Domerright, Currently the the highest power ClearPath motor offers 4 Hp continuous (7.57 Hp peak) and requires 3 phase 230 Vac power, so it probably wouldn't be a great fit to replace your tractor gas engine. Brendan F. - Teknic Servo Systems Engineer

[@jimbuskist3190]

Excellent!

[@TeknicInc]

Thanks for the feedback Jim! Stay tuned for more video content... AbeA

[@thephoenix8036]

Hello guys. Im intrested in buying your motors for my project the problem is that i don't understand if those motora provide position feedback. The problem is that i need to have position feedback for my project because i have to create basically an electric cilinder and i have to know its position. What about when power is cut off and the stroke is half way trought? Is it an absolute position feedback? That would be ideal

[@TeknicInc]

Hi Phoenix, ClearPath SD and MC motors can provide position feedback through the High Level FeedBack digital output (HLFB). High Level FeedBack is a user configurable, single bit, output mechanism which can provide a variety of information about your motor. For example, one HLFB setting you may consider for your project is called "ASG-Position" (All Systems Go - Position). In this mode, the HLFB output changes state when the motor has reached the commanded position. Because of ClearPath's closed loop nature, the servo will always reach its commanded position (or perform a safety shutdown if it can't get there for some reason). There is no direct access to SD or MC series encoder signals. We opted to not present these signals externally in an effort to decrease overall motor size, improve noise immunity, and to lower the overall cost per unit (a savings we pass on to our customers). That said, the vast majority of our customers have found that using either the commanded position itself or the HLFB signal for "move done" feedback (as described above) works successfully in their application. In the minority of cases where raw encoder feedback was truly required, some customers elected to use an external encoder. To address power loss during motion, you may choose to re-home the axis to reestablish your reference position, or consider using the built-in Position Recovery feature. Note: to use Position Recovery, you would need to purchase a power hub (Teknic PN: POWER4-HUB) and supply a dedicated, uninterruptible logic power backup supply (24VDC). If you have further questions about ClearPath please feel free to consult the ClearPath User Manual www.teknic.com/files/downloads/clearpath_user_manual.pdf or contact us at [e-mail]. Regards, Jim W. Teknic Servo System Engineer

[@markmarkofkane8167]

I always find that what makes most motors fail is the bearings seizing up. What kind of bearings does this motor use? Can it be lubricated? Or does it have sealed bearings like most motors?

[@TeknicInc]

Hi Mark, As the only contact moving parts in the motor, it is important to ensure that the bearings are reliable and won’t fail or seize over time. The ClearPath motor’s internal shaft diameter is larger than the external shaft diameter to accommodate an oversized front bearing. This allows larger side loading and increased bearing life. Both front and rear bearings are made of high carbon chromium steel, have non-contact seals on both sides, upgraded quietness specs, and are permanently sealed with high-performance grease. They never require maintenance of any kind. Thanks, Jon K.

[@TeknicInc]

Hi Paul Dawson, you are correct, ClearPath uses permanently sealed bearings. More specifically, the bearings are oversized for the motor (i.e., the shaft diameter inside the motor is larger than the extension outside of the motor to allow for a larger bearing) which increases the bearing life. In a typical (albeit heavy-duty) application with a worst-case radial and axial force on the motor shaft, they will last over 2.0 x10^9 revolutions. That’s a little over 10 years if your application averages 1000 RPM and runs 12 hours/day, 5 days/week, 52 weeks/year. Now I am making a few assumptions here, so let’s talk about that in some detail. To give a little background, Teknic sells these products primarily to high-volume OEMs who frequently design these motors into heavy-use machines. Many of these OEMs have customers who run their machines nonstop, employing multiple shifts per day, so the products need to be robust enough such that they can stand-up to this type of duty cycle. There are a number of application specific variables that factor into bearing life. While not an all-encompassing list, these variables include the axial & radial loading of the shaft, the distance from the bearings at which the loading occurs, the specific motor you choose (i.e. NEMA 23 vs. NEMA 34), and the motor’s duty cycle. Bearings in general have a long life if operated within their rated specifications, but their expected life will drop quite quickly if operated outside of that range (e.g. shock loading can damage the balls and decrease their life expectancy). As an example, any of the NEMA 34 ClearPath motors are rated for loads up to 50lb radial and 10lb axial. Without knowing more about the specific application, it is tough to say what the life of the bearings will be, but for the moment, let’s assume that we burden the motors with the worst case rated loading. Even with this loading, the L10 bearing life will be between 2.0 x10^9 and 5.3 x10^9 revolutions. With these numbers, if we assume that we run the motors non-stop at an average speed of 1000RPM for 12 hours/day, 5 days/week, 52 weeks/year, the L10 rating of those bearing would still be somewhere in the 10-28 year range. Please feel free to contact Teknic directly if you have additional questions about your specific application, Jon K.

[@xuthuschannel5061]

Can your product be used with a variable potentiometer and would it have smooth acceleration and torque arc?

[@TeknicInc]

Hi Xuthus Channel, The short answer is “yes”. The longer answer is that you may need to buy an accessory from Teknic to do so... A potentiometer (hooked to a voltage source) will produce a variable analog signal, but ClearPath servo motors are designed to be natively controlled by digital commands (given they are inherently noise-immune). One solution is to get one of Teknic's “Analog Send Units” (p/n: ASU-FR510) which will allow you to send a +/-10V or 4-20mA analog signal to ClearPath. The ASU-FR510 converts your analog signal to a digital signal compatible with ClearPath. Another option used by many people who first consider using a potentiometer is to use an inexpensive encoder “knob” such as the following: www.digikey.com/product-detail/en/grayhill-inc/25LB22-Q/GH3073-ND/304482. (These encoders have replaced potentiometers in most electronics like car stereos.) In any case, whether you send a digital command (from an encoder) directly to ClearPath or decide to use the ASU-FR510 to convert analog commands to digital commands, ClearPath motors will output smooth and precise motion because the acceleration can be limited in the ClearPath software. This means that even if you erratically adjust the knob (whether a pot or encoder), ClearPath will limit the acceleration to your specified value. You can see this here for controlling speed: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qoPCfaWCbLqdmqM There are also positioning modes where the encoder knob can be used for input as well. If you have any other questions, please feel free to email us at [e-mail] or call us at 585-784-7454. Best regards, Mark D - Teknic Servo Systems Engineer

[@xuthuschannel5061]

Thank you very much. That answers my question. Great product.

[@marklatham5692]

Can these motors be used as a CNC spindle, in the 2.5 - 3.5 Kw range?

[@TeknicInc]

Hi mark latham, ClearPath motors are available in this power range but whether or not they will be a good fit for your spindle is dependent on the optimum speed needed for cutting your desired material(s). Read more below... Many CNC machines use a motor designed specifically for spindles. These motors rotate at relatively high-speeds. For example, it's not uncommon for a spindle motor to hit speeds greater than 8,000 rpm. Since power is a combination of torque x speed, spindle motors get the majority of their power from speed. ClearPath motors on the other hand tend to have comparatively higher torque and lower speed. If we look at a model in your power range, for example the CPM-MCVC-N0563A-RLN, this has 7.6 HP peak and 4.0 HP continuous power with a maximum speed of 2,760 rpm. It's power is in large part derived from its high torque. This design is good for robotics applications, such as moving a heavy gantry at high accelerations, but is not optimized for cutting all materials. Again, it all comes down to the required cutting speeds. If lower cutting speeds are acceptable, ClearPath may be a good fit; but for many CNC spindles, it's best to use a motor specifically designed for this type of application. I hope this helps. Best regards, Kevin S. - Teknic Servo Systems Engineer

[@galinjm]

Do you know if your servo motors have been applied to telescope mount control?

[@TeknicInc]

Hi Manuel, Thank you for your question. Yes, the ClearPath motors have been successfully integrated into telescope designs. The ClearPath motors have very good tracking capabilities, low velocity error, and smooth motion due to the RAS double-jerk limiting algorithm. If you have additional questions or need help selecting a motor, please send your inquiry to [e-mail] and we will contact you directly. Best regards, Tom T

[@impactodelsurenterprise2440]

Wait is the encoder incremental and not absolute?

[@TeknicInc]

Hi ImpactoDelSur, Thanks for reaching out to us with your question. Yes, the encoder is incremental. Teknic uses incremental encoders in all of our servo motor products. We use incremental encoders to increase reliability and keep cost of the final products down (many absolute encoders are multi-turn components with gears and internal batteries that allow room for mechanical failure). Our products have various firmware features built-in to provide similar benefits as an absolute encoder(for example, logic power backup via the Power Hub often eliminates the need to re-home). If you have any questions about how to use an incremental encoder to achieve your goals or about an application in general, please feel free to reach out to us directly at [e-mail] . Best regards, Mark D. - Teknic Servo Systems Engineer

[@antontrubadur299]

Very interesting stuff I must say. do you have a distributor in Sweden I can get in contact with?

[@TeknicInc]

Hi Anton. Teknic sells ClearPath online through our website. We do not use distributors or reps in order to keep prices as low as possible. This also allows us to provide direct support. We are located in upstate New York, so the time zone difference between you and Teknic (6 hours) is not too bad in case you want to call us at any time for support ([phone]). Of course, you can also email us instead here: teknic.com/contact/. Best regards, Tom T - Teknic Servo Systems Engineer

[@GLKeeney]

Great product. Expected the voice talent to say, “Clearpath . . . We’ll leave the light on for ya”

[@lbroome]

Of course Commander Data loves ClearPath!

[@Bobby11]

Tell me "no acrylic was damaged making this video" 🤣

[@TeknicInc]

Hi Bobby You’ll be pleased to learn that no acrylic was harmed during the creation of this video (other sacrificial materials were used instead 😂). Best, Bradley N. Teknic OEM Application Engineer

[@jcjensenllc]

Teknic could make a of $$$ if it made a Nema-17 SDSK motor. Huge market for 3D printers and laser cutters.

[@TeknicInc]

Thank you for your feedback. We frequently get requests for a NEMA 17 version of ClearPath, and we've spent considerable time looking into manufacturing an integrated servo motor/drive/encoder of this size. Although there are a number of factors that make it very difficult to scale down from NEMA 23 while maintaining excellent price/performance and quality, we do have some creative ideas for how to provide ClearPath features and functionality in a small package. So stay in touch; we’ll be introducing some exciting new products this year. Best regards, Ian R. - Teknic Servo Systems Engineer

[@carlcamp2979]

Could your motors work for a Wind Tunnel to precisely control the air speed? Curently using a 1/3 HP Shaded pole motor that shows to much fluctuation that could be fan speed, turbulence caused by fan blades or something else not thought of. Looking for something that can compensate very quickly for varying air pressure for the most stable wind speed possible. Please include appropriate model number and price. Thanks kindly

[@TeknicInc]

Hi Carl, DC Input ClearPath systems have a velocity accuracy on the order of 0.005% measured over a second. So, ClearPath will typically have a higher velocity accuracy than AC induction motors. Based on your description, there are a number of ClearPath motors that may be a good fit. There are a few additional things we’d need in order to recommend a specific part number (such as the torque, speed, reflected inertia, control method, etc.). Please feel welcome to call Teknic at 585-784-7454 or email at [e-mail]. - Aaron B.

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[@kendalllewis5043]

How long will it run on a 12v inverter system

[@TeknicInc]

Hi Kendall Lewis, Thank you for your inquiry. The DC input ClearPath integrated servo motors (NEMA 23 and NEMA 34 models) have a nominal voltage range between 24-75VDC. Battery power can be used to power DC input ClearPath motors but you should supply a nominal voltage of at least 24VDC. A voltage of 12VDC is below the minimum DC power input specification. I hope this information is helpful. If you have any more questions about ClearPath and your application please feel free to give us a call at 585-784-7454, or use our "Contact Us" form online (www.teknic.com/contact/). Best regards, Mark D. - Teknic Servo Systems Engineer

[@loganocchionero6621]

Where I live in Canada we use a 120/240VAC system. I think apartment buildings often use 2 seperate phases while houses use only 1.

[@punchogunter2362]

Can I use a clear path servo motor on a generator?

[@TeknicInc]

Hi Charles Gunter, Teknic did not design the ClearPath motors as generators. While the motors will produce power when the motor shaft is spun, we did not optimize the motors for power generation. Given the above I would not recommend using a ClearPath motor as a generator. If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to us directly at [e-mail]. Best regards, Mark D. - Teknic Servo Systems Engineer

[@Boosted_5.3]

Can we put it in an RC car

[@TeknicInc]

Hi Salavador, ClearPath motors would probably not be the best option for a typical RC car for several reasons. ClearPath motors are high-performance, three-phase, brushless, AC servo motors which require 24-75V to operate. Although ClearPath motors have been used in various types of AGVs (autonomous guided vehicles) that run from a high enough battery voltage, RC cars typically use different types of motors better suited for that type of application. RC servos and RC brushless motors are cheaper motors often optimized to run at lower voltages (6-12V). Those types of motors are also designed to interface with other RC components and would generally be an easier/better fit for an RC car application. Best Regards, Brendan

[@drevil8223]

Can it be used with custom lithium ion power bank ?

[@TeknicInc]

Hi Dr evil, Thank you for reaching out. For clarification purposes, I’m going to assume that you’re referring to Teknic's DC-Input ClearPath motors (i.e. the NEMA 23 and NEMA 34 motors). Teknic also manufactures some AC-Input motors that would be difficult to use with a battery bank. Without knowing the specifics of your supply, it's hard to say for sure. That being said, I don't see any reason why a custom lithium ion power bank wouldn't work. Many ClearPath customers use battery-driven systems to power their motors. Just be sure that the bank meets the input voltage specifications (24-75VDC). You’ll also want to make sure that your battery bank has enough current to power the motors (typically 1-4A continuous per motor), but that is usually not a concern with batteries. If you have any application specific questions, please feel free to give Teknic a call ([phone]) or send in an email to [e-mail]. Best regards, Bridgette G. - Teknic Servo Systems Engineer

[@kendalllewis5043]

I'm wondering the same thing. I have an invention that I need it for

[@Solaris_347]

Brilliant video! Is the Maximum RPM customizable? If so,what is the limit?

[@TeknicInc]

Hi Solaris 347, Thank you for the kind words. The ClearPath motors can be commanded to run at any velocity between 0 and 6,000 RPM. That said, some motor models may never reach 6,000 RPM as the input voltage (Vdc), motor size, and motor winding have a large impact on the actual top RPM of the motor. The best way to ensure your motor will have the appropriate velocities for your application is to review the torque vs speed curves at your intended operating voltage. These curves can be found on the ClearPath model information pages. If you have any more questions please feel free to email us at [e-mail]. Best regards, Mark D.

[@Solaris_347]

Teknic Inc Thank you for the info

[@elvispressedtalot9899]

4:56 :o actually kinda funny , Seeing it being precise

[@DarienDragonFox]

Interesting....

[@danielramirezcruz.2209]

Good motor..i need it...

[@Blubagzlewshow]

It tells me to use it

[@jacksonvillereclaimedwood6709]

WOW!

[@tommywest3656]

You think it could replace my electric motor on my bicycle cuz I have a electric bike that motor is going out on

[@TeknicInc]

Hi Tommy - I'm sorry to hear that the motor on your electric bike is failing. And, while I'd love to point you toward a Teknic motor, I think you'll save a great deal of time and money by reaching out to the bike manufacturer first. They should be able to sell you a tidy "drop-in" replacement motor that fits the bike mechanically and meets the power, electrical, and environmental requirements of their product. Best of luck! Kevin S. (Applications Engineer)

[@joerathbun5225]

NO... this for position and speed with high precision. It would not be for your type of application

[@bloodstormwolf9512]

You'd want a Dc motor, not a servo

[@johnnolan8074]

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[@yashuamessiah3922]

I would love a motor to like that that could be used in my Rv to replace my gas motor

[@davidreyes1504]

will this motor work with 12 volt car battery?

[@TeknicInc]

Hi David ClearPath motors are designed to work with voltages from 24 to 75Vdc. You could consider wiring two batteries in series to give you 24 Vdc. Thanks for watching. Sincerely, AbeA

[@paulnathanielsmith]

Sounds more like good programming skills. But very useful motor nevertheless

[@tikisubsmexicanfood5575]

Could you please make a version for RC vehicles that will make it a batteries last longer and you’ll make even more money

[@TeknicInc]

We appreciate your feedback Ethanol - Teknic is continually working on developing new products, so while we don’t manufacture smaller RC servos right now, it is possible that we might in the future. Feel free to check back with us from time to time to see if we’ve released something new that might fit your needs. You can always find our latest product offerings here: www.teknic.com/. Thanks, Jon K.

[@craigashby6229]

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[@johnwilson8277]

Get a hold of Tim Gourley Gourley trucking wife is good KZbin channel he’s got a small fleet to he fight with insurance companies and see what he says maybe he can lead you down a better path

[@thecosanostra]

can i use this motor in a ebike?

[@TeknicInc]

Hello Octagon, Thanks for taking the time to reach out to us. Unfortunately, there isn’t a simple yes or no answer to your question. Deciding whether a ClearPath motor is a good fit for any application involves a deeper understanding of the project and the circumstances unique to that specific application. Often times the easiest thing to do is contact Teknic directly so we can discuss the specifics of your application to see if using a ClearPath motor makes sense. Please feel free to contact us directly at [e-mail]. Thanks, Jon K.

[@HeyU308]

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[@michaelwhittington8848]

U should if possible interpret this design and make a starter out of it

[@Geographydude337]

That's what I need "shaft power"

[@jimmym1192]

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[@Martina-bk5zy]

Happy birthday con las Ardillita

[@splayharmony2616]

I accidentally clicked and I do not understand.

[@TeknicInc]

Hi Splayharmony, The ClearPath motor is an integrated, all-in-one, servo motor, servo drive, encoder, and controller. If you have general questions about the ClearPath product and how it functions, I suggest starting with our website: www.teknic.com/products/clearpath-brushless-dc-servo-motors/. There you’ll find detailed product manuals, torque-speed curves, solid models, and additional videos and information. If you have specific questions about how the ClearPath motors might work in your application, you can also contact us directly through [e-mail]. Thank you, Jon K - Teknic Servo Systems Engineer

[@JoseOliveira-np7cy]

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[@DavidBrewerESK84LIFE]

Stick that on an electric skateboard lol

[@sickxdarko264]

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[@kennethhall6272]

You’re going that far with your Peterbilt you should go ahead and put a 20,000 pound front axle on it. Kd

[@tommywest3656]

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[@richardbeeman8202]

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