uStepper S-lite Datasheet Microcontroller, stepper driver and encoder in an ultra-compact design! By uStepper ApS
Product: uStepper S-lite Document revision: 1.
System overview uStepper S-lite incorporates super silent stepper drivers, high resolution encoders and Arduino compatible MCU in a super slim design! • Program uStepper with ease using the Arduino IDE and our extensive Arduino library ! • Make your stepper motor applications extremely compact ! • Make sure that you never miss a step again, thanks to the on-board encoder and control algorithm ! The super slim design of uStepper S-lite makes it possible to develop applications using a stepper motor, wi
uStepper S-lite features uStepper S-lite has the following highlighted features: • Compact design, fitting on the back of a NEMA 17 size stepper motor (41.8 mm x 41.8 mm) • Incorporates the Trinamic TMC2208 with dynamic microstepping for very smooth operation • Driver delivers 2 A current (peak) • New upgraded 328PB MCU from Microchip • 12-bit encoder (0.
uStepper S-lite features MCU uStepper S-lite uses the successor of the well tested and widely used ATmega328P - the ATmega328PB.
uStepper S-lite pin mapping As it can be seen from the PIN mapping above, uStepper S-lite offers a vast amount of GPIO’s from it’s ATmega328PB MCU. This makes the uStepper capable of interacting with various sensors, actuators, communication modules etc. - Besides functioning as a stepper driver with feedback capability.
uStepper S-lite characteristics Electrical characteristics I/O Voltage 5V Input Voltage (recommended) 6.5 - 12 V DC Current per I/O Pin (max) 40 mA (max 200 mA total I/O draw) DC Current for 5 V Pin (max) 200 mA DC Current for 3.3 V Pin (max) 50 mA Stepper drive current Up to 2A (peak) Physical characteristics Dimensions 41.8 x 41.8 x 14.
uStepper S-lite mounting uStepper S-lite comes with a bracket allowing you to easily mount it on the back of a NEMA 17 stepper motor ! And here is how you do it: Magnet mount: 1. 2. 3. 4.
uStepper S-lite FAQ For information on how to setup uStepper in the Arduino IDE, visit our GitHub repository at www.github.com/uStepper or have a look at our videos on YouTube - search for uStepper. More information/documentation on the uStepper Arduino library is also found in the readme section on out GitHub repository. Q: I can’t program uStepper from the Arduino IDE, what is wrong? A: Three most common issues: If you use the Windows store app “Arduino IDE” you might experience problems.
uStepper S-lite applications Because of low cost and reliability stepper motors are favored over servo drives in a variety of applications, as for example robots, CNC machines, 3D-printers etc. With added feedback uStepper can add a new dimension to stepper operation utilizing closed loop control or correction of missed steps - making the stepper even more appealing than a more costly servo drive.
Disclaimer 1 Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability 1.1 uStepper ApS and/or ON Development IVS (or any individuals affiliated with either of the two companies) can not be held responsible for any damage inflicted upon mounting or interfacing with the uStepper board. This also includes damage to stepper motor (both electrical and mechanical) or any other 3rd party hardware connected to uStepper. Most stepper motor cases are made of aluminum, and care must be taken when preparing the mountings for uStepper.
