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TMC5130A-BOB

TMC5130A-BOB

Analog Devices / Maxim Integrated
Power Management IC Development Tools Silent stepper motor cDriver 5 to 20V, up to 1.1A with SPI Interface, 256 Steps, SixPoint ramp controller, SpreadCycle and Stealthchop
159 in stock

Overview

The TMC5130A-BOB is a compact breakout board for the TMC5130A high-performance stepper motor controller and driver IC. It integrates a SixPoint ramp controller and a power stage capable of driving up to 1.1A RMS (1.5A peak) from a 5V to 20V supply using an SPI interface for configuration and motion commands.

Why Choose This Part

This board features StealthChop for exceptionally quiet motor operation and SpreadCycle for high-dynamic motor control. The integrated SixPoint ramp generator offloads motion profile calculations from the host microcontroller, reducing software complexity and SPI bus traffic.

Applications

High-Precision Lab Automation
Utilizes 256-microstep resolution and StealthChop for silent, vibration-free movement in sensitive medical and laboratory equipment.
3D Printing and Desktop CNC
Provides advanced ramp generation and stallGuard2 sensorless homing to simplify mechanical design and improve reliability.
Security and Pan-Tilt Cameras
Ensures silent operation and smooth motion curves for surveillance systems requiring discrete positioning.

Key Specifications

Type Power Management
Contents Board(s)
Function Motor Controller/Driver, Stepper
Primary Attributes Motors (Stepper)
Utilized IC / Part TMC5130A
Secondary Attributes SPI Interface(s)

Getting Started

Connect the board to an SPI-capable microcontroller like an Arduino or ESP32 and provide a motor supply voltage between 5V and 20V. Configuration is typically handled via the TMC5130-EVAL software or through open-source libraries that manage the internal register map for current settings and ramp profiles.

TMC5130A Family

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Part Number Function Stock
TMC5130A-BOB (this part) Motor Controller/D.. 159
TMC5130A-TA (Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated) Driver - Fully Int.. 277

Also Consider

TMC5160-BOB Analog Devices - A more powerful version supporting up to 60V and higher current via external MOSFETs for larger NEMA 23 or 34 motors.