1 Introductions & Features

The Y series Open-loop drivers are divided according to the driving power, which are DM420Y, DM542Y,
DM556Y, DM860Y. The Y series open loop drivers are digital stepper drivers with simple design and
easy setup. By implementing the advanced stepper control technology, this stepper drive is able to
power 2-phase and 4 phase stepper motors smoothly with optimal torque and low motor heating &
noise. All the micro step and output current are done via DIP switches. Therefore, the Y series open
loop drivers are ideal choices for applications requiring simple step & direction control of NEMA 8, 11,
14, 16, 17, 23, 24 and 34 stepper motors. And features are showing below:
 Anti-Resonance for optimal torque, extra smooth motion, low motor heating and noise
 Motor auto-identification and parameter auto-configuration for optimal torque from wide-range
motors
User Manual for  Step & direction (PUL/DIR) control
Full Digital Stepper Driver  Multi-Stepping for smooth motor movement
 TTL compatible and optically isolated inputs
 Input voltage DC18~36V, DC20~50V, DC36~110V(AC18~80V)
 Micro-step resolutions: 200~6400, 200~40000, 400~40000
 Output current settings: 0.3~2.2A, 1~4.2A, 1.7~5.6A, 2.4~7.2A

Y Series Open-loop  Soft-start with no “jump” when powered on

 Automatic idle-current reduction

Stepper Driver  Protections for over-voltage and over-current

2 Specifications
2.1 Operating Environment and other Specifications (Tj = 25°C/77°F)
Cooling Natural Cooling or Forced Cooling
Environment Avoid dust, oil fog and corrosive gases
Ambient Temperature 0°C ~ 65°C (32°F ~ 149°F)
Operating
Humidity 40%RH ~ 90%RH
Environment
Version 1.0 Operating Temperature 0°C ~ 50°C (32°F ~ 122°F)
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Vibration 10-50Hz / 0.15mm
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Storage Temperature -20°C ~ 65°C (-4°F ~ 149°F)
Weight 120g(DM420Y), 300g(DM542Y), 300g(DM556Y), 500g(DM860Y)
Attention: Please read this manual carefully before using the driver.

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2.2 Electrical Specifications and Mechanical Specifications of different models  DM542Y
 DM420Y Electrical Specifications

Electrical Specifications DM542Y

Parameters
DM420Y Min Typical Max Unit
Parameters Output Peak
Min Typical Max Unit 1.0(0.71 RMS) - 4.2(3.0 RMS) A
Current
Output Peak Supply Voltage 20 36 50 VDC
0.3(0.2 RMS) - 2.2(1.6 RMS) A
Current
Logic Signal
Supply Voltage 18 24 36 VDC 7 10 15 mA
Current
Logic Signal Pulse input
7 10 15 mA 0 - 200 kHz
Current frequency
Pulse input Minimal pulse
0 - 100 kHz 2.5 - - μS
frequency width
Minimal pulse Minimal
5 - - μS 2.5 - - μS
width direction setup
Minimal Isolation
5 - - μS 500 MΩ
direction setup resistance
Isolation
500 MΩ
resistance
Mechanical Specifications (unit: mm)

Mechanical Specifications (unit: mm)

Figure 1: Mechanical specifications Figure 2: Mechanical specifications

Recommend use side mounting for better heat dissipation Recommend use side mounting for better heat dissipation

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 DM556Y  DM860Y
Electrical Specifications Electrical Specifications

DM556Y DM860Y
Parameters Parameters
Min Typical Max Unit Min Typical Max Unit
Output Peak Output Peak
1.7(1.2 RMS) - 5.6(4.0 RMS) A 2.4(2.0 RMS) - 7.2(6.0 RMS) A
Current Current
Supply Voltage 20 36 50 VDC Supply Voltage 18(24) - 80(110) VAC(VDC)
Logic Signal Logic Signal
7 10 15 mA 7 10 15 mA
Current Current
Pulse input Pulse input
0 - 200 kHz 0 - 200 kHz
frequency frequency
Minimal pulse Minimal pulse
2.5 - - μS 2.5 - - μS
width width
Minimal Minimal
2.5 - - μS 2.5 - - μS
direction setup direction setup
Isolation Isolation
500 MΩ 500 MΩ
resistance resistance

Mechanical Specifications (unit: mm) Mechanical Specifications (unit: mm)

Figure 3: Mechanical specifications Figure4: Mechanical specifications

Recommend use side mounting for better heat dissipation Recommend use side mounting for better heat dissipation

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3 Pin Assignment and Description 4 Wiring
3.1 Connector P1 Configurations 4.1 Control Signal Connector (P1) Interface

 DM420Y: The Y series open-loop drivers can accept differential and single-ended inputs (including
open-collector and PNP output). The Y series open-loop drivers 3 optically isolated logic inputs which
Pin Function Details are located on connector P1 to accept line drive control signals. These inputs are isolated to minimize
The falling edge is valid and the pulse goes one step when the pulse goes from or eliminate electrical noises coupled with the drive control signals. Recommend using line drive
high to low. Built-in input resistor 384 ohms. control signals to increase noise immunity for the drive in interference environments. In the following
PU
Requirement: Low level 0~0.5V, high level is consistent with common anode end,
pulse width greater than 2.5 microseconds. figures, connections to open-collector and PNP signals are illustrated.
Used to change the direction of the motor. Built-in input resistor 384 ohms.
DR Requirement: Low level 0~0.5V, high level is consistent with common anode end, +5V : R1=0, R2=0
pulse width greater than 2.5 microseconds. +12V : R1=510Ω , R2=820Ω
When it is active（low level）, the motor coil current is turned off, the driver stops +24V : R1=1.2KΩ , R2=1.8KΩ
working, and the motor is in a free state. Built-in input resistor 384 ohms.
MF
Requirement: Low level 0~0.5V, high level is consistent with common anode end,
pulse width greater than 2.5 microseconds.
+3.3~24V can be driven, higher than +5V must add current limiting resistor,
3.3~5V does not need to connect current limiting resistor, 24V current limiting
+(5V)
resistor is connected to 2000 ohm, 12V current limiting resistor is connected to
820 ohm

 DM542Y\DM556Y\DM860Y: Controller Drive Controller Drive

Pin Function Details

Figure 5: Differential wiring method Figure 6: Independent common anode wiring
Connected to the signal power supply, +5~+24V can be driven, higher than 24V method
PU+
need to be connected to the current limiting resistor in PU-.
The falling edge is valid and the pulse goes one step when the pulse goes from
high to low.
PU-
Requirements: Low level: 0~0.5V, high level 5~24V, pulse width greater than 2.5
microseconds.
Connected to the signal power supply, +5~+24V can be driven, higher than 24V
DR+
need to be connected to the current limiting resistor in DR-.
Used to change the direction of the motor.
DR- Requirements: Low level: 0~0.5V, high level 5~24V, pulse width greater than 2.5
microseconds.
Connected to the signal power supply, +5~+24V can be driven, higher than 24V
MF+ Figure 7: Common anode wiring method Figure 8: Independent common cathode wiring
need to be connected to the current limiting resistor in MF-.
method
When it is active（low level）, the motor coil current is turned off, the driver stops
MF- working, and the motor is in a free state.

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4.2 Connections of 4-lead Motor
5 Frequently Asked Questions

Symptoms Possible Problems

No power

Motor is not rotating Fault condition exists

The driver is disabled

Figure 9: 4-lead Motor Connections
Motor rotates in the wrong direction The direction signal level is reverse

4.3 Connections of 6-lead Motor Control signal is too weak

Control signal is interfered

Erratic motor motion
Wrong motor connection

Something wrong with motor coil

Current setting is too small

Motor is undersized for the application

Figure 10: 6-lead motor half coil (higher speed) Figure 11: 6-lead motor full coil (higher torque) Motor stalls during acceleration
connections connections Acceleration is set too high

Power supply voltage too low

4.4 Connections of 8-lead Motor Inadequate heat sinking / cooling
Excessive motor and driver heating
Motor current setting is too high

6 Warranty
STEPPERONLINE® warrants its products against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of
12 months from shipment. During the warranty period, STEPPERONLINE will either, at its option,
Figure 12: 8-lead motor series connections Figure 13: 8-lead motor parallel connections repair or replace products which proved to be defective. To obtain warranty service, a returned
material authorization number (RMA) must be obtained before returning product for service.

Exclusions: The above warranty does not extend to any product damaged by reasons of improper or
inadequate handlings by customer, improper or inadequate customer wirings, unauthorized
modification or misuse, or operation beyond the electrical specifications of the product and/or
operation beyond environmental specifications for the product.

For more detailed descriptions, please refer to the specifications on our website:
www.omc-stepperonline.com.
Figure 14: 8-lead motor half coil

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