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  • 3MC860X Three-Phase 86 Digital Stepper Driver
  • 3MC860X Three-Phase 86 Digital Stepper Driver
  • 3MC860X Three-Phase 86 Digital Stepper Driver
  • 3MC860X Three-Phase 86 Digital Stepper Driver
  • 3MC860X Three-Phase 86 Digital Stepper Driver
3MC860X Three-Phase 86 Digital Stepper Driver
3MC860X Three-Phase 86 Digital Stepper Driver
3MC860X Three-Phase 86 Digital Stepper Driver
3MC860X Three-Phase 86 Digital Stepper Driver
3MC860X Three-Phase 86 Digital Stepper Driver
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3MC860X Three-Phase 86 Digital Stepper Driver
3MC860X Three-Phase 86 Digital Stepper Driver
3MC860X Three-Phase 86 Digital Stepper Driver
3MC860X Three-Phase 86 Digital Stepper Driver
3MC860X Three-Phase 86 Digital Stepper Driver
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  • 3MC860X Three-Phase 86 Digital Stepper Driver
  • 3MC860X Three-Phase 86 Digital Stepper Driver
  • 3MC860X Three-Phase 86 Digital Stepper Driver
  • 3MC860X Three-Phase 86 Digital Stepper Driver
  • 3MC860X Three-Phase 86 Digital Stepper Driver

3MC860X Three-Phase 86 Digital Stepper Driver

Product Overview

The 3MC860X is an 86-channel digital stepper driver developed based on a high-performance, low-power ARM chip. Its built-in intelligent regulator features PID parameter auto-tuning, allowing it to automatically generate the most suitable settings for different motors without manual adjustments—ensuring optimal motor performance. This driver also delivers exceptionally low motor noise, making it highly cost-effective.

Features

Voltage input range: DC 20V–90V / AC 18V–80V Maximum peak current: 7.2A Microstep resolution: 400–51200 pulses per revolution (ppr) Pulse format: Pulse + Direction Pulse response frequency: 0–200 kHz Automatic motor parameter tuning function Includes protection features such as overvoltage, overcurrent, and excessive tracking error
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Drive Function Description

Drive Function

Operating Instructions

Working Current Setting

The driver output current is set using three DIP switches—SW1, SW2, and SW3—and offers eight distinct current levels. For specific details on how to configure the output current, refer to the driver panel instructions.

Automatic Semi-Flow Function

Users can set the drive’s automatic half-current function using SW4. OFF sets the static current to half of the dynamic current, while ON keeps both currents at the same level. For general applications, SW4 should be set to OFF to reduce motor and driver heat generation, thereby improving reliability. Approximately 0.3 seconds after the pulse train stops, the current automatically drops by 50% (actually around 55%), theoretically reducing heat output by up to 65%.

Micro-step Frequency Setting

By SW5-SW8 Four DIP switches are used to set the driver's microstep resolution, which totals 16 Microstep subdivision is precise. When setting the subdivision, users should first stop the driver from running. For specific instructions on adjusting the microstep resolution, refer to the driver panel manual.

Indicator light

The drive has two indicator lights: a red one and a green one. The green light serves as the power indicator—when the drive is powered on, it stays steadily lit. Meanwhile, the red light acts as a fault indicator; it illuminates continuously whenever an overvoltage or overcurrent fault occurs. Once the fault is cleared, the red light turns off. If the drive encounters a fault, the only way to reset it is by powering it off and then back on again, followed by re-enabling the system.

Signal interface

PUL+ And PUL- To control the positive and negative terminals of the pulse signal; DIR+ And DIR- For the positive and negative terminals of the direction signal; ENA+ And ENA- For the positive and negative terminals of the enable signal.

Motor interface

U, V, and W correspond to the motor winding groups; swapping any two of the three winding wires will reverse the motor's direction.

Power interface

Powered by a DC power supply, with a working input voltage range: 20V–90V DC or 18V–80V AC, Recommended input voltage greater than 48VDC , power supply wattage exceeds 300W.

Installation Instructions

The drive's external dimensions are: 150 × 97.5 × 52.6 mm , with mounting hole spacing of 138.5mm It can be installed either horizontally or vertically (vertical installation is recommended). During installation, ensure it is securely mounted against the metal cabinet to facilitate heat dissipation.

 
Product schematic diagram
 
Parameter Settings
The 3MC860X driver uses an 8-bit DIP switch to set the microstepping resolution, dynamic current, and half/full-step modes, as detailed below: 
Automatic semi-fluid function: 
SW4 set to OFF configures the static current to half of the dynamic current, while ON keeps the static and dynamic currents at the same level. Note that SW4 should typically be set to OFF, as this helps reduce heat generation in both the motor and the driver, thereby improving reliability. Approximately 0.3 seconds after the pulse stops, the current automatically drops by about 50% (actually 55%), resulting in a theoretical reduction of heat generation by up to 65%. 
 
Working Current Setting

Output the mean current

Output peak current

SW1SW2SW3

2.00A

2.40A

On

On

On

2.57A

3.08A

Off

On

On

3.14A

3.77A

On

Off

On

3.71A

4.45A

Off

Off

On

4.28A

5.14A

On

On

Off

4.86A

5.83A

Off

On

Off

5.43A

6.52A

On

Off

Off

6.00A

7.20A

Off

Off

Off

 
Micro-step Detailed Settings

Step count / Transfer

SW5

SW6

SW7

SW8

400OnOnOnOn
800

Off

On

On

On

1600

On

Off

On

On

3200

Off

Off

On

On

6400

On

On

Off

On

12800

Off

On

Off

On

25600

On

Off

Off

On

51200

Off

Off

Off

On

1000

On

On

On

Off

2000

Off

On

On

Off

4000

On

Off

On

Off

5000

Off

Off

On

Off

8000

On

On

Off

Off

10000

Off

On

Off

Off

20000

On

Off

Off

Off

40000

Off

Off

Off

Off

 
Common Fault Handling
Phenomenon 
Possible issues 
Mitigation measures 
The motor isn't turning. 
The power light is not on. 
Normal power supply 
The current setting is too low. 
Select the appropriate current range based on the motor's rated current. 
The drive is protected. 
Repower after troubleshooting. 
The enable signal is low. 
This signal can be pulled high or left unconnected. 
Control signal issue 
Check if the control signals are functioning properly. 
Motor is rotating in the wrong direction 
Motor wiring connected incorrectly 
Swap any two wires of the same phase in the motor (e.g., interchange the connections for A+ and A_). 
The motor wire has an open circuit. 
Check the lines and match them correctly. 
The alarm indicator light is on. 
Motor wiring connected incorrectly 
Check the wiring 
Overvoltage 
Check the power voltage 
Motor or drive damaged 
Replace the motor or drive 
Incorrect positioning 
Signal interference 
Eliminate distractions 
Shielded, unanswered, or improperly connected 
Reliable grounding 
Segmentation error 
Set for segmentation 
Current is too low 
Increase the current appropriately. 
Control signal issue 
Check the control signals 
Motor stalls when accelerating 
Time acceleration is too short. 
Appropriately increase the acceleration time. 
The motor torque is too low. 
Choose a high-torque motor 
Voltage too low or current too small 
Appropriately increase the voltage or set a higher current. 
Note: 1. Do not connect the power supply backward. 2. The input signal should be 5V; if it exceeds 5V, a current-limiting resistor must be connected in series. 3. When the driver is powered on normally, the power indicator light (green light) PWR will illuminate. 4. If the fault indicator light (red light) ALM turns on, please disconnect the power, troubleshoot the issue, and then reconnect to resume operation. 

 

Main application areas
Suitable for automation equipment and instruments in a wide range of motion control applications, such as: electronic processing and inspection, semiconductor packaging, laser cutting and welding, laser phototypesetting, packaging machinery, engraving machines, marking machines, cutting machines, garment plotters, CNC machine tools, and automated assembly systems, among others. 

 

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