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TMCSilentStepStick SPI

ADITMCSilentStepStick SPI

MPN: TMCSILENTSTEPSTICK SPI
Analog Devices Inc./Maxim Integrated
TMC2130 - Motor Controller/Driver, Stepper Power Management Evaluation Board
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Overview

The TMCSilentStepStick SPI is a compact breakout board for the TMC2130 stepper motor driver designed for high-performance motor control. It features Trinamic technologies like StealthChop for silent operation and SpreadCycle for high dynamics, supporting up to 256 microsteps per full step. The SPI interface allows for full configuration of driver parameters including current settings, step resolution, and diagnostics.

Why Choose This Part

This board utilizes the TMC2130 IC to provide superior current control and thermal performance in a standard StepStick form factor. It offers high resolution microstepping and the ability to detect motor load without external sensors through StallGuard2, reducing system cost and complexity.

Applications

3D Printers
Provides silent operation and high precision movement for high-quality consumer and industrial 3D printing.
Desktop CNC Machines
Delivers smooth motion and resonance suppression for small-scale milling and engraving tasks.
Laboratory Automation
Ideal for liquid handling systems and sample carriers where noise reduction and vibration-free motion are critical.
Robotic Actuators
Enables precise positioning in small robotic joints using the integrated StallGuard technology for sensorless homing.

Getting Started

To use this module, connect it to a microcontroller via the SPI bus for configuration and use the Step/Dir pins for motion control. Ensure the logic voltage matches your MCU (3.3V or 5V) and provide a motor power supply between 5V and 46V. Libraries such as the TMC2130Stepper for Arduino are recommended for rapid software development.

Also Consider

A4988 Stepper Driver Allegro MicroSystems - A basic, lower-cost alternative for simple applications where silent operation and SPI configuration are not required.
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