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Integrated stepper motor platforms that combine motor, drive, and control into a single compact solution.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Integrated stepper motors consolidate the motor, rive electronics, encoder and fully programmable motion controller with I\/O drive electronics, and motion control into one package, eliminating the need for separate components and complex interconnects. This approach reduces cabinet space, shortens installation time, and improves system reliability \u2014 especially in OEM machines with multiple axes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Two integrated platforms, distinct design approaches<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Novanta offers two integrated stepper motor platforms to support different system architectures and design prioritie<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Integrated motion designed for scalable system architectures<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Liberty MDrive is optimized for modern, multi-axis machines where efficiency, wiring reduction, and system-level simplicity matter. Built on Hybrid Motion Technology (hMT), Liberty MDrive supports cleaner architectures through daisy-chained communication and centralized power distribution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Configurable integrated motion with proven flexibility<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

MDrive Plus provides a highly configurable integrated stepper motor platform supporting both rotary and linear motion. With a broad range of configurations and a long-established install base, MDrive Plus is well suited for OEMs who need flexibility and customization at the axis level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Not every application calls for an integrated solution. Novanta also offers standalone and custom stepper options to support alternative system designs, performance requirements, and integration strategies.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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