Battery-free multi-turn feedback
The mechanical encoder retains absolute position without a backup battery and supports a 1599-turn operating range.
High torsional rigidity and constant torsional backlash over the entire gearbox service life ensure consistently high performance
High torque density thanks to high performance and short design
Highest quality standards for a long service life and extended maintenance intervals
The SPIM28 28 mm multi-turn absolute stepper motor combines a stepper motor, drive electronics and a mechanical multi-turn encoder for compact position-retentive motion axes.
The mechanical encoder retains absolute position without a backup battery and supports a 1599-turn operating range.
Motor, driver, encoder and programmable control share one housing, with a driver section limited to 25 mm.
Modbus/RS485 and CANopen options, programmable I/O and built-in control functions simplify distributed automation design.
Three motor lengths cover holding torque from 0.08 to 0.24 N·m while sharing the same 28 mm frame and integrated absolute-feedback architecture.
| Model | Body length (mm) | L1 (mm) | Shaft length (mm) | Shaft diameter (mm) | Phase current (A) | Resistance (Ω) | Inductance (mH) | Holding torque (N·m) | Rotor inertia (g·cm²) | Weight (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IM28ET008 | 57 | 32 | 24 | 5 | 1.0 | 1.5 | 1.1 | 0.08 | 9 | 115 |
| IM28ET018 | 77 | 52 | 24 | 5 | 1.5 | 2.4 | 2.3 | 0.18 | 18 | 205 |
| IM28ET024 | 88 | 63 | 24 | 5 | 1.8 | 1.8 | 2.1 | 0.24 | 30 | 268 |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Multi-turn feedback | 1599 turns |
| Encoder resolution | 4096 lines / 16384 counts |
| Communication | Modbus/RS485, CANopen |
| Digital input compatibility | 5–24 VDC |
| Digital output | Open collector, 30 VDC withstand |
| Input filter frequency | 50 kHz–5 MHz; factory default 300 kHz |
| Stored settings | MCU Flash |
| Control functions | Torque modes, software limits, origin setting |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum speed | 3000 rpm |
| Operating temperature | 0–50°C |
| Maximum humidity | 90% RH, non-condensing |
| Vibration | 60–300 Hz/mm |
| Storage temperature | −20–75°C |
| Cooling | Natural or forced cooling |
| LED sequence | Status |
|---|---|
| Green steady | Motor running |
| Green flashing | Motor stopped |
| 1 red + 1 green | Driver overcurrent |
| 2 red + 1 green | Motor winding open |
| 3 red + 1 green | Input overvoltage |
| 4 red + 1 green | Input undervoltage |
| 5 red + 1 green | Position deviation |
| 6 red + 1 green | Encoder detection error |


The integrated architecture reduces separate components while providing deterministic feedback, communication and digital I/O for position-retentive axes.

Battery-free absolute feedback is useful where axes must recover their known position after power interruption without relying on a backup supply.
Positioning fixtures, inspection axes and compact laboratory instruments.
Compact pick-and-place, feeding and alignment mechanisms.
Controlled positioning modules in compact diagnostic and treatment systems.
Distributed axes, end effectors and position-retentive motion modules.
Select the motor length and communication option to suit torque, installation and control requirements.
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Compare multi-turn absolute stepper motor options for compact position-retentive axes.
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