NDrive Z1
A compact and powerful brushless DC (BLDC) motor driver and controller built for high-performance motion control applications. It supports sensor-based control of BLDC motors and features an integrated CAN interface for robust and real-time communication. When paired with the NLink Adapter, the NDrive Z1 becomes plug-and-play compatible with our Software SDKs, enabling seamless configuration, monitoring, and control from your PC or embedded systems. This modular design allows users to focus on application logic without worrying about low-level motor control or communication protocols, making it ideal for robotics, automation, and research applications.
FOC Based Control
12V-48V DC
20A Continuous
Upto 55A peak
52x52 mm Compact Size
Dual Encoder Support
CAN 2.0 Bus
SDK available
Related Blogs and Articles
Getting Started: Integrating M8325 BLDC Motor with NDrive Z1 using the Onboard Encoder
6 November 2025 . 12 minute readA step-by-step tutorial for connecting, configuring, and calibrating the M8325 BLDC motor with the NDrive Z1 using the onboard absolute encoder.
How to Use NDrive Z1 With the NMotion Python SDK
11 November 2025 . 5 minute readGuide to Using NMotion Python SDK with the NDrive Z1 to perform a simple motion check.
Integrating the 5010 360 kV BLDC Motor with the NDrive Z1 Using the On-Board Encoder: Step-by-Step Tutorial
18 November 2025 . 12 minute readA tutorial for Integrating the 5010 360 kV BLDC motor with the NDrive Z1 using the driver’s on-board absolute encoder, covering hardware connections, CAN communication setup, initial parameter configuration, PID tuning, and calibration.
Integrating the NDrive Z1 with a 3536 BLDC Motor and S38 P223 Gearbox : Step-by-Step Tutorial
13 April 2026 . 13 minute readThis tutorial provides a step-by-step procedure for connecting and configuring a 3536 BLDC motor with an S38 P223 gearbox using the NDrive Z1 and its onboard absolute encoder.
Connecting Hall Effect Sensors on a Hub Motor with the NDrive Z1: Step-by-Step Tutorial
9 September 2026 . 5 minute readThis tutorial walks you through connecting the Hall effect sensors on a hub motor. You'll set up and fine-tune the motor's encoder reading on the NDrive Z1, then validate everything by watching for warning/error signals while the motor is spinning.
Configuring an Incremental Encoder on the NDrive Z1 with a 5010 360kV BLDC Motor: Step-by-Step Tutorial
1 September 2026 . 6 minute readThis tutorial walks you through configuring an incremental encoder on the NDrive Z1. You'll run index search and calibration, then tune the position and velocity gain controllers. Finally, you'll validate everything with a position control move.
Configuring an Output Encoder and Gear Ratio on the NDrive Z1 with a 5010 360kV BLDC Motor: Step-by-Step Tutorial
31 August 2026 . 6 minute readThis tutorial provides a step-by-step procedure for configuring an output encoder and gear ratio on the NDrive Z1, running calibration and encoder matching, and validating the setup with a trapezoidal trajectory test.
Brake Resistor and Regenerative Braking – NDrive Z1
30 January 2026 . 3 minute readExplainer guide describing what is Regenerative braking and the use of Brake Resistor in NDrive Z1
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