🧠 SteadyWin GDS Series Motor Drivers – Smart, Compact, and Industrial-Ready
The SteadyWin GDS series — including GDS6, GDS68, and GDZ468 — are ultra-compact, high-performance motor driver boards built to pair seamlessly with SteadyWin motors ⚙️. Designed for automation, robotics, CNC systems, and OEM integration, these modules offer:
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🔌 Reliable Communication via CAN and/or RS-485 protocols
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🎯 Encoder Feedback Support for precise closed-loop control
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🛡️ Built-in Protections to safeguard against overcurrent, overheating, and voltage spikes
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🧰 Plug-and-Play Wiring for fast, hassle-free setup
🔗 With support for popular encoder families and robust safety features, the GDS series ensures your system runs smoothly, accurately, and safely—even in demanding industrial environments.
✨ Key Features:
- 🔁 CAN communication (all models)
- 🔌 RS-485 (GDS6, GDZ468) for Modbus/RTU compatibility
- ⚡ Wide voltage support: 12–48V (GDZ468: 12–40V)
- 🔋 Current capability: up to 15A (GDS6/GDS68); up to 10A (GDZ468)
- 🧭 Encoder support: MT6816 / MA732 / Ma7xx series (model-dependent)
- 🔌 Connectors: SH1.0 / XT30 / PHD2.0 (model-specific)
- 🛡️ Protections: over-current, over-voltage, short-circuit, over-temperature
- 🧩 Easy mounting: panel or DIN-rail friendly
Application Scenarios:
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🏭 Industrial Automation & PLC Systems – Seamless integration into smart factories and control networks
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🤖🦾 Robotics & Joint Actuators – Precision motion for humanoids, quadrupeds, and collaborative arms
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🛠️ CNC Routers & Compact Machining Centers – Reliable motor control for high-speed, high-accuracy tasks
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📦 Packaging, Conveyors & Material Handling – Efficient movement and sorting in logistics and production lines
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🧪 Lab Automation & Test Rigs – Stable performance for experimental setups and automated diagnostics
Functional Features & Specifications
| Item | Description |
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| Product Series | SteadyWin GDS series driver boards (GDS6 / GDS68 / GDZ468) |
| Compatible Motors | SteadyWin small- to mid-power motor series |
| Communication | CAN (all models); RS-485 (GDS6, GDZ468) |
| Voltage Range | GDS6 / GDS68: 12–48V; GDZ468: 12–40V |
| Max Continuous Current | GDS6 / GDS68: up to 15A; GDZ468: up to 10A |
| Encoder Support | MT6816 / MA732 / Ma7xx series (model-dependent) |
| Connectors | SH1.0 / XT30 / PHD2.0 (model-dependent) |
| Protections | Over-current, Over-voltage, Short-circuit, Over-temperature |
| Mounting | Panel or DIN-rail friendly |
| Typical Applications | Automation, robotics, CNC, packaging, OEM systems |
Electrical & Mechanical Highlights
| Parameter | GDS6 (SDC102) | GDS68 (SDC104) | GDZ468 (SDC215) |
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| Communication Interfaces | CAN / RS-485 | CAN | CAN / RS-485 |
| Supported Protocols | CANopen / custom CAN; Modbus-RTU (RS-485) | CANopen / custom CAN | CANopen / custom CAN; Modbus-RTU (RS-485) |
| Voltage Range | 12–48V | 12–48V | 12–40V |
| Max Continuous Current | 0–15A | 0–15A | 0–10A |
| Encoder Models (examples) | MT6816 (compatible) | MA732 (compatible) | Ma7xx (compatible) |
| Connectors (motor/power/signal) | SH1.0 series | XT30 (2+2) | PHD2.0 |
| Example Supported Motors | 6010-6 / 6010-8 / 6010-36 etc. | 6010-6 / 6010-8 / 6010-36 / 6010-48 / 8108-8 / 8108-48 etc. | 6010-6 / 6010-8 / 6010-36 / 6010-48 / 8108-8 / 8108-48 / 4315-8 etc. |
| Dual Encoder Support | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Control Modes | CAN commands, RS-485 (Modbus/RTU), Pulse+Direction, Serial control | CAN commands, Pulse+Direction, Serial control | CAN commands, RS-485 (Modbus/RTU), Pulse+Direction, Serial control |
| Protection Features | Over-current, Over-voltage, Short-circuit, Over-temperature | Over-current, Over-voltage, Short-circuit, Over-temperature | Over-current, Over-voltage, Short-circuit, Over-temperature |
| Operating Temperature (typ.) | Industrial range (see datasheet) | Industrial range (see datasheet) | Industrial range (see datasheet) |
| Dimensions & Mounting | Compact PCB — panel or DIN-rail friendly (see mechanical drawing) | Compact PCB — panel or DIN-rail friendly (see mechanical drawing) | Compact PCB — panel or DIN-rail friendly (see mechanical drawing) |
| Package Contents | Driver board ×1, terminal connectors, mounting hardware, quick start guide | Driver board ×1, terminal connectors, mounting hardware, quick start guide | Driver board ×1, terminal connectors, mounting hardware, quick start guide |
| Notes | Best when both CAN + RS-485 are needed | Best for CAN-only networks and deterministic multi-node systems | Suited for 12–40V systems and lower-power/current applications |
🔌 Driver Selection Guide
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🟦 GDS6 – Ideal for systems requiring both CAN + RS-485 communication and up to 15A output. Versatile and robust for multi-protocol setups.
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🟨 GDS68 – Designed for CAN-only networks, delivering up to 15A. A streamlined choice for simplified bus architectures.
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🟥 GDZ468 – Best suited for systems with a 12–40V power range, supporting CAN + RS-485 and up to 10A output. Compact and efficient for low-voltage applications.