Atlas Motion

Atlas Motion by Summit Electronics

We offer you the ultimate, compact “Smart Actuator” for motion control. Enjoy our compact Atlas Control Step 1 and Step 3 or Atlas Engines. With a true dutch design and the ADI Trinamic technology inside, you get real quality. And this for a fair price and short lead-time!

Do you sign Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)?

Partnership is absolutely top priority and if we need to sign a NDA to work closer this will be not a big issue.

What is the best way to contact us?

You can fill in this contact form or send an e-mail to info@summit-electronics.com.

Do you ship internationally?

Yes we do! We have distributors in Europe, China and the USA.

Do you have a Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) or line item minimum?

Depending on the product a MOQ is applicable. But one of our main goals is to keep them as smaller as possible.

What is your standard lead time for bulk orders?

The lead time of a bulk order depends on the product, the requested delivery date and if it is a custom product or not. Contact us for more information.

Do your components meet international standards (like CE, RoHS, or UL)?

Ofcourse! Look at the data sheet of all of our products to see the details.

Where can I download data sheets or technical documentation?

Look at the product page at a specific product, you can download the data sheet and design file of every product.

Do you provide custom cable assemblies or custom configurations?

Yes. Contact us for the specifics.

Can i request product samples for testing?

Yes, you always can request a sample! You can do that here.

What is the difference between our 1-axis and 3-axis board?

The 1-axis board controls a single stepper motor and is intended to be mounted on the back of the motor, to allow for a compact solution.

The 3-axis version controls three motors, adds RS485 and USB besides CAN, and offers more I/O and high Voltage and Current rating for the stepper motors.
Both are based on the TMC5160 driver technology.

How can Summit help with selecting and integrating motion controller and driver modules?

Summit provides hardware, firmware, and SDK support for fast integration. Custom multi-axis solutions and application-specific guidance are available.

Which applications are motion controllers and driver modules commonly used for?

Used in robotics, CNC systems, automation equipment, and positioning stages. Also common in packaging, medical devices, and industrial motion systems.

Can multiple motion controller modules be daisy-chained?

Yes, modules can be networked together via CAN or RS485 bus. This allows scalable multi-axis machine architectures.

What 4 features does our SDK have?

Motion example applications: Ready-to-use C example code for basic motion control and axis movement routines.

Communication interface support: Built-in support for CAN (and RS485 on 3-Axis) send/receive examples for fieldbus integration.

Sensor & feedback handling: Sample code for Hall sensor, encoder, StallGuard, StealthChop, and GPIO modules.

Peripheral & I/O examples: Demonstrates how to use digital I/O, USB/flash (3-Axis), and other board interfaces in your application.

How does CAN bus support benefit multi-axis or distributed systems?

CAN provides reliable real-time networking between multiple motion nodes. Ideal for synchronized multi-axis control in industrial environments.

Which communication interfaces are available on the motion controller modules?

The 1-axis board supports CAN bus communication. The 3-axis version adds RS485 bus and USB support for wider integration.

Are encoder feedback options supported by the controller modules?

Yes, encoder or external feedback can be interfaced through available I/O. This enables enhanced positioning and closed-loop options.

What role do Hall effect sensors play in motion control systems?

Hall sensors detect magnetic position or rotation changes. They are used to detect the position of the rotor, and function as a sensor to create a closed loop system.

Do the motion controller modules support closed-loop control?

Primarily they operate as advanced open-loop stepper controllers. Closed-loop is possible when combined with external feedback sensors like the hall sensor which is included on the 1-axis board, or through an encoder, which is supported on both the 1 and 3-axis boards.

What is StallGuard technology and how is it used in motion control?

StallGuard is Trinamic’s sensorless load and stall detection feature. It allows monitoring motor load without external sensors. Used for end-stop detection and fault protection.

How do integrated motor drivers improve system reliability and performance?

Integration reduces wiring, component count, and EMI issues. This improves robustness, simplifies design, and increases overall reliability.

What are the advantages of using 2-phase bipolar stepper motor drivers?

They provide higher torque and better efficiency than unipolar designs. They enable smoother microstepping and improved positioning accuracy.

Are the modules suitable for single-axis motion control applications?

Yes, the 1-axis board is designed specifically for compact single-axis systems. It provides integrated control, driver, and I/O for standalone motion.

What are motion controller and driver modules?

Motion controller and driver modules are electronics that generate motion commands and power a motor. They combine control logic, communication, and motor driving in one board. Summit’s modules are built around the TMC5160 for precise stepper control.

Atlas Control

Atlas Engine

Customized

Technical explainer

Cookies

Atlas Control

Atlas Engine