Sure Step™ Microstepping Drive Specifications Connecting the Motor

Stepping Systems Part Number

Input Power
(with red Power On LED)
STP-DRV-4035

12-42 VDC (including ripple voltage)

WARNING: When connecting a step motor to the STP-DRV-4035
drive, be sure that the motor power supply is switched off. When
Output current selectable from 0.4 to 3.5 Amps/phase motor current
using a motor not supplied by AutomationDirect, secure any
Output Power
STP-DRV-4035 Current Controller
(maximum output power is 140 W)
Dual H-bridge Bipolar Chopper (3-state 20 kHz PWM with MOSFET switches)
unused motor leads so that they can’t short out to anything. Never
disconnect the motor while the drive is powered up. Never connect
Microstepping Drive Input Signal
Circuit
Opto-coupler input with 440 Ohm resistance (5 to 15 mA input current), Logic
Low is input pulled to 0.8 VDC or less, Logic High is input 4 VDC or higher
the motor leads to ground or directly to the power supply. (See the
Typical Wiring Diagram on the back side of this data sheet for the
Motor steps on falling edge of pulse and minimum pulse width
Power Input Pulse Signal is 0.5 microseconds step motor lead color code of AutomationDirect supplied motors.)
Connector Signals Direction
Signal
Needs to change at least 2 microseconds before a step pulse is sent Connecting the Logic
Motor Logic 0 will disable current to the motor
Enable Signal (current is enabled with no hook-up or logic 1)
The logic inputs are optically isolated
Connector
Off or On (uses half-step to rotate 1/2 revolution in each direction
to prevent electrical noise problems
Internal to the
Self Test at 100 steps/second) to the drive. The logic inputs require
220 ohms
STP-DRV-4035
STEP+

Mounting DIP Switch Microstepping 400 (200x2), 1,000 (200x5), 2,000 (200x10), or 10,000 (200x50) steps/rev using DC power from a different supply
Selectable Idle Current
Hole (1 of 6) 220 ohms
0% or 50% reduction source than what is used to power the STEP–
Functions Reduction (idle current setting is active if motor is at rest for 1 second or more)
Phase Current
step motor power circuits. A schematic Drive Input Circuit
0.4 to 3.5 Amps/phase with 32 selectable levels diagram of the input circuit is shown to
Switches for Setting
Selecting Current, the right.
Step Resolution, Drive Cooling Method Natural convection (mount drive to metal surface if possible)
Current Reduction Dimensions 3 x 4 x 1.5 inches [76.2 x 101.6 x 38.1 mm]
and Self Test Logic
Connector
You will need to supply a source of step pulses to the drive at the
Power On (STEP+/-, DIR+/-, EN+/-) Mounting Use #4 screws to mount on wide side (4 screws) or narrow side (2 screws) STEP+ and STEP– terminals and a direction signal at the DIR+ and
LED Connectors Screw terminal blocks with AWG 18 maximum wire size DIR– terminals, if bidirectional rotation is required.
Weight 9.3 oz. [264g]
The ENABLE input allows the logic to turn off the current to the
Storage Temperature -20–80 °C [-4–176 °F]
Note: The Microstepping Drive works with 4, 6 and 8 lead bipolar step motors. Chassis Operating
step motor by providing a signal to the EN+ and EN– terminals. If
0–55 °C [32–131 °F] recommended; 70 °C [158 °F] maximum
TemperatureBlock Diagram (use fan cooling if necessary); 90% non-condensing maximum humidity you do not have a need to disable the output to the step motor, just
Agency Approvals CE (complies with EN55011A and EN50082-1 (1992)); RoHS leave the EN+ and EN– terminals disconnected.
WARNING Block Diagram All logic inputs can be controlled by a DC output signal that is either
To minimize the risk of potential safety problems, you should follow STP-DRV-4035 Connect to V+
sinking (NPN), sourcing (PNP),
Connecting or differential.
to an Indexer with Sinking Outputs
Power Supply
all applicable local and national codes that regulate the installation (12 - 42 VDC) V– Below and on the back of this data sheet are examples for connecting
Current
and operation of your equipment. These codes vary from area to Self Test 0.4 to 3.5
A/Phase various forms of outputs from both indexers and PLCs.
area and it is your responsibility to determine which codes should be Step+
followed, and to verify that the equipment, installation, and opera- Step–
A+ Connecting to an Indexer with Sinking Outputs
Microstep
tion are in compliance with the latest revision of these codes. Sequencer MOSFET
A– +5V OUT DIR+
Optical
Dir+ Amplifier B+ STP-DRV-4035
Equipment damage or serious injury to personnel can result from the Dir–
Isolation Indexer
with
DIR DIR– Drive
B– Connecting to an Indexer with Sourcing Outputs
failure to follow all applicable codes and standards. We do not guarantee Steps/Rev: Sinking STEP+ EN+
Enable+ 1/2, 1/5, Outputs N/C
the products described in this publication are suitable for your particular Enable–
1/10 or 1/50 Connections
to Bipolar
STEP STEP– EN–
N/C
application, nor do we assume any responsibility for your product design, Step Motor
50% Idle
installation, or operation. Logic Connections
from PLC or Indexer
Current Reduction
Connecting to an Indexer with Sourcing Outputs
If you have any questions concerning the installation or operation of Connecting the Power Supply COM DIR–
Fuse * STP-DRV-4035
this equipment, or if you need additional information, please call us +

+
The STP-PWR-3204 power supply Step Motor Indexer DIR DIR+ Drive

VDC
Power Supply
with
at 770-844-4200. from AutomationDirect is the best 12 - 42 VDC –
Connecting
Sourcing
to an Indexer with Differential Outputs
STEP– EN+

–
Outputs N/C
This publication is based on information that was available at the choice to power the step motor drive. * External fuse not req'd when using the STEP STEP+ EN–
N/C
STP-PWR-3204 P/S, fuse is internal.
time it was printed. At Automationdirect.com® we constantly strive If the power supply you choose does
to improve our products and services, so we reserve the right to make not have a fuse on the output, you will need to install a 4 amp fast Connecting to an Indexer with Differential Outputs
changes to the products and/or publications at any time without acting fuse on the “+” power supply lead as shown in the above DIR+ DIR+
notice and without obligation. This publication may also discuss diagram. Indexer STP-DRV-4035
DIR– DIR– Drive
features that may not be available in certain revisions of the product. with
WARNING: Be careful not to reverse the polarity from the power Differential
Outputs STEP+ STEP+ EN+
N/C
supply to the drive. Reverse connection will destroy your drive and STEP– STEP– EN–
N/C
void the warranty.
Data Sheet: STP-DRV1-DS, 1st Ed, Rev H – (07/2011) Sheet 1 of 2 For a complete user manual, please visit www.automationdirect.com
 Current Setting Table

Using Logic That is Not 5 Volt TTL Level Current Setting Table Typical Wiring Diagram
Stepping Systems
Some step and direction signals, especially those of some PLCs, do
not use 5 volt logic. In these cases, a signal as high as 24 VDC can 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1
Step Motor
Power Supply STP-
DRV-4035
STP-DRV-4035
Typical Wiring

5 6 7 8 9

5 6 7 8 9

5 6 7 8 9

5 6 7 8 9
0.4 0.2 1.2 0.2 2.0 0.2 2.8 0.2 Factory
AMPS/ 0.4 AMPS/ 0.4 AMPS/ 0.4 AMPS/ 0.4 Default – Diagram

5VDC 32 VDC
be used with the step motor drive by adding an external dropping

Power Power
VDC +

Logic Motor
PHASE 0.8 PHASE 0.8 PHASE 0.8 PHASE 0.8
1.6 1.6 1.6 1.6 +
VDC –
resistor to the STEP, DIR and EN input logic terminals. A+
Connecting to Indexer with 12 - 24 VDC Sinking Outputs Connecting to Indexer with 12 - 24 VDC Sourcing Outputs 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1

5 6 7 8 9

5 6 7 8 9

5 6 7 8 9

5 6 7 8 9
For 12 VDC logic, add an 820 Ohm, 1/4 watt resistor 0.5 0.2
AMPS/ 0.4
1.3 0.2
AMPS/ 0.4
2.1 0.2
AMPS/ 0.4
2.9 0.2
AMPS/ 0.4
A–

For 24 VDC logic, add an 2200 Ohm, 1/4 watt resistor PHASE 0.8
1.6
PHASE 0.8
1.6
PHASE 0.8
1.6
PHASE 0.8
1.6
B+
STP-PWR-3204 B– Stepper Drive
Indexer with 12-24 VDC Sink or Source Outputs 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1

5 6 7 8 9

5 6 7 8 9

5 6 7 8 9

5 6 7 8 9
0.6 0.2 1.4 0.2 2.2 0.2 3.0 0.2 Cable Color Code Extension Cable 12" Motor Pigtail
+12-24V DIR+ COM DIR–
AMPS/ 0.4 AMPS/ 0.4 AMPS/ 0.4 AMPS/ 0.4 with Connector Step Motor
Indexer STP-DRV-4035 Indexer STP-DRV-4035 Term Wire Pin # STP-EXT-020 STP-MTR-xxxxx
with DIR DIR– Drive with DIR DIR+ Drive PHASE 0.8 PHASE 0.8 PHASE 0.8 PHASE 0.8
Sinking Sourcing 1.6 1.6 1.6 1.6 A+ Red 1
Outputs R
STEP+ EN+ Outputs R
STEP– EN– A– White 2 Connector
ENABLE STEP R STEP– EN– ENABLE STEP R STEP+ EN+ 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 B+ Green 3

5 6 7 8 9

5 6 7 8 9

5 6 7 8 9

5 6 7 8 9
Connecting to PLC with 12 - 24 VDC Sinking Outputs Connecting to PLC with 12 - 24 VDC Sourcing Outputs 0.7 0.2 1.5 0.2 2.3 0.2 3.1 0.2 B– Black 4
R R AMPS/ 0.4 AMPS/ 0.4 AMPS/ 0.4 AMPS/ 0.4
(If enable function is used) (If enable function is used)
PHASE 0.8 PHASE 0.8 PHASE 0.8 PHASE 0.8

PLC with 12-24 VDC Sink or Source Outputs

1.6 1.6 1.6 1.6
Mounting the Drive
0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1
The microstepping drive can be mounted on either the wide or the

5 6 7 8 9

5 6 7 8 9

5 6 7 8 9

5 6 7 8 9
0.8 0.2 1.6 0.2 2.4 0.2 3.2 0.2

COM
–
+12-24V 12 - 24 VDC
+
DIR+ +12-24V COM
+
12-24 VDC
–
DIR–
AMPS/ 0.4
PHASE 0.8
AMPS/ 0.4
PHASE 0.8
AMPS/ 0.4
PHASE 0.8
AMPS/ 0.4
PHASE 0.8
narrow side of the chassis using #4 screws. The wide side requires four
PLC STP-DRV-4035 PLC STP-DRV-4035 1.6 1.6 1.6 1.6
with
Sinking
DIR DIR– Drive with
Sourcing
DIR DIR+ Drive screws, while the narrow side requires two screws.
R R
Outputs STEP+ EN+ Outputs STEP– EN– 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1

5 6 7 8 9

5 6 7 8 9

5 6 7 8 9

5 6 7 8 9
ENABLE STEP R STEP– EN– ENABLE STEP R STEP+ EN+ 0.9 0.2 1.7 0.2 2.5 0.2 3.3 0.2 WARNING: Never use the drive in a space where there is no air flow
AMPS/ 0.4 AMPS/ 0.4 AMPS/ 0.4 AMPS/ 0.4
R
(If enable function is used)
R
(If enable function is used)
PHASE 0.8
1.6
PHASE 0.8
1.6
PHASE 0.8
1.6
PHASE 0.8
1.6
or the surrounding air temperature is greater than 70 °C.
Setting Phase Current 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1
Wide Side Mount Narrow Side Mount

5 6 7 8 9

5 6 7 8 9

5 6 7 8 9

5 6 7 8 9
1.0 0.2 1.8 0.2 2.6 0.2 3.4 0.2 Smooth Flat Surface
Set the drive to the proper motor phase current before applying AMPS/ 0.4
PHASE 0.8
AMPS/ 0.4
PHASE 0.8
AMPS/ 0.4
PHASE 0.8
AMPS/ 0.4
PHASE 0.8
1.6 1.6 1.6 1.6
power to the drive. The rated current is usually printed on the step
motor label. Setting the DIP switches for the rated current can be 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1

5 6 7 8 9

5 6 7 8 9

5 6 7 8 9

5 6 7 8 9
1.1 0.2 1.9 0.2 2.7 0.2 3.5 0.2

achieved by either following the simple formula that follows below AMPS/ 0.4
PHASE 0.8
AMPS/ 0.4
PHASE 0.8
AMPS/ 0.4
PHASE 0.8
AMPS/ 0.4
PHASE 0.8
1.6 1.6 1.6 1.6 #4 Screws
or skipping to the Current Setting Table shown to the top right and
setting the DIP switch positions to match what is shown in the table
for the current. Idle Current Reduction Unless you are running at 1 Amp/phase motor current or below,
you may need a heat sink. Often, the metal subpanel being
used for the control system will make an effective heat sink.
Current Setting Formula The microstepping drive has a built-in feature that will reduce the
motor current by 50% anytime the motor is not moving. Drive
Locate the 9 position DIP switch on the drive. Dimensions
0.1 heating is reduced by about 50% and the feature lowers motor
5 6 7 8 9

The last five positions, 5-9, have a value of current 0.2 4x Ø0.125
printed adjacent, and are used to set the motor phase 0.4
heating by 75%. Slide DIP switch position 4 toward the label marked 1.50 0.125 2.50 [Ø3.2]
0.8 “50% Idle” to enable this feature. Please be aware that when this [38.1] [3.2] [63.5]
current. There is always a base current of 0.4 A. To 1.6
add to the base current, slide the appropriate switches feature is used, holding torque is reduced. 2x Ø0.125
[Ø3.2]
toward their labels marked on the drive’s PC board. 50% IDLE 50% IDLE
4

4
Example: 2.2 Amps = 0.4 (base current) + 1.6 + 0.2 Idle Current Reduction No Current Reduction
Selected
3.70 3.75 4.00
Microstepping (Factory Default)
[94.0] [95.3] [101.6]
The microstepping drive has the ability to be set up for more than just Self Test
the normal full and half step resolutions found in other drives. This The microstepping drive includes a self test feature. This feature can
ability is referred to as microstepping. It is accomplished by precisely be used for trouble shooting your system. Slide DIP switch position
controlling the amount of current in each phase at each step position 1 toward the label marked “TEST” and the step motor will slowly
and allows the steps to be electronically subdivided even further. The rotate 1/2 revolution forward and then 1/2 revolution backward. 0.25
0.25
[6.4] 0.15 3.00
drive can be set up for either half step or three microstep resolutions, This motion will repeat until the DIP switch is returned to the off [76.2] [6.4]
0.875 [3.8]
1/5, 1/10 or 1/50 microsteps. In a typical 1.8° step motor, this will position. [22.2]
equate to 1,000, 2,000 or 10,000 steps per revolution. DIP switch
The self test will use half step mode and ignore any input signals on
positions 2 and 3 are used to set the resolution as shown below:
the STEP and DIR terminals. The ENABLE input will continue to Dimensions = in [mm]
400 1/2 1/5 2,000 1/2 1/5

function normally.
2 3

2 3

1/10 1/50 1/10 1/50

STEPS/REV 1/5 1/10
STEPS/REV 1/5 1/10
1/2 1/50 1/2 1/50
TEST TEST
1

(HALF) (1/10)

Factory 1,000 1/2 1/5 10,000 1/2 1/5 Self Test ON Self Test OFF
2 3

2 3

1/10 1/50 1/10 1/50

Default STEPS/REV 1/5 1/10 STEPS/REV 1/5 1/10

(1/5)
1/2 1/50
(1/50)
1/2 1/50 (Factory Default)

Data Sheet: STP-DRV1-DS, 1st Ed, Rev H – (07/2011) Sheet 2 of 2 For a complete user manual, please visit www.automationdirect.com