Servomotor with integrated controller CM3-23S50A

AC24 Vcompact

Overview
COOL MUSCLE 3 (CM3) is an integrated AC servo system that combines motor, built-in driver, controller and encoder into a single compact unit. By concentrating on essential functions and applying Muscle's control algorithms, CM3 enables servo-equivalent motion control using a stepper motor while simplifying wiring and reducing overall system volume.

Key advantages

• Servo-equivalent performance from a stepper motor: reduces step-out, heat generation, excessive acceleration/deceleration and noise.
• Built-in driver, controller and encoder mounted at the motor rear significantly reduce wiring and footprint — suited to desktop, mobile and compact equipment.
• Higher continuous-performance than typical servo motors: can deliver maximum torque continuously, enabling large torque output from small motors at low speeds.
• Energy-saving and low heat generation ideal for battery-powered applications such as AGVs.

Control types

• Direct Type (Communication Control Type): Operate the motor by sending/receiving commands via RS232C serial communication. Positioning, speed and acceleration are set via simple parameters. Up to 32 Motion Data points can be stored and executed.
• I/O Type: Save up to 8 Motion Data points. Selection and execution are done via PLC I/O signals.
• Pulse Type: Controlled by pulse signals from a PLC. CM3 provides ABZ output for drop-in replacement without changing an existing pulse system.

Performance features

• Torque (low speed): High torque output at low speeds with minimal risk of step-out — suitable where compact motor size and increased payload capacity are required.
• Maximum speed: High-speed control comparable to servo motors — suitable for fast-motion applications.
• Speed stability: Low speed ripple at continuous speeds — improves measurement accuracy for constant-speed rotation tasks.
• Responsiveness: Precise acceleration/deceleration control reduces cycle times for short-distance positioning and increases throughput.
• Loudness & vibration: Smooth vector control yields quiet operation and low vibration — suitable for image inspection and noise-sensitive equipment.
• Current level & temperature: Load-dependent current control minimizes consumption and heat, enabling long-term continuous operation.

Application examples and use cases

• Desktop devices, mobile devices and compact equipment where installation space is limited.
• Machines needing powerful and precise motion in constrained spaces.
• AGVs and other battery-powered equipment requiring energy efficiency and low heat.
• High-throughput equipment requiring fast short-distance positioning and accurate stops.

Images & comparison data
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Specifications

• Product name / series: COOL MUSCLE 3 (CM3)
• Integrated components: motor, built-in driver, controller and encoder
• Control interfaces: RS232C (Direct Type), PLC I/O (I/O Type), pulse input with ABZ output (Pulse Type)
• Motion Data storage: Direct Type up to 32 points; I/O Type up to 8 points
• Rated torque (example shown): 0.32 Nm
• Max. torque (example shown): 1.50 Nm
• Designed for low heat generation and continuous operation (suitable for duty ratios over 50%)
• Typical applications: desktop/mobile devices, compact equipment, AGVs, image inspection, high-throughput positioning systems