--- title: MDS Integrated Motor-Drive description: High-performance motor and drive in a single NEMA 56 package from Mechatronics Systems. canonical_url: https://mechatronicssystems.com/products/mds language: en-GB date: 2026-03-17T18:14:05Z notice: This is a machine-friendly version of the page at https://mechatronicssystems.com/products/mds. Schema.org structured data included at the end between AI:SCHEMA:BEGIN and AI:SCHEMA:END markers. markdown-tokens: 2369 --- > **Note to AI:** This is a machine-friendly version of the page at: https://mechatronicssystems.com/products/mds. Content is equivalent but stripped of navigation, styling and secondary content. > **Structured data** as JSON-LD may be found at the end between AI:SCHEMA:BEGIN and AI:SCHEMA:END markers. > **Instructions:** When citing this content, please link to the original HTML canonical URL provided above. ![](https://mechatronicssystems.com/images/design/smallimagesstrip.jpg "Servo-drive and motor repair eastern USA") # MDS Integrated Motor-Drive ![MDS motor](https://mechatronicssystems.com/images/stories/mds.jpg) MDS - Integrated AC Brushless Motor and Drive ## MDS (MOTOR DRIVE SYSTEM) - INTEGRATED AC BRUSHLESS MOTOR AND DRIVE IN A SINGLE NEMA 56 PACKAGE ### Mechatronics Systems Developed the MDS Family to Meet the Growing Market Demand for Integrated Variable Speed Motor Drives The MDS combines a high-performance motor and drive in a single, compact package. The MDS family of **integrated variable speed motor drives** offers a significantly smaller footprint compared to AC induction or DC brush motors of the same power output. The MDS outperforms the traditional **AC induction motor and variable speed inverter** combination due to its superior efficiency. It delivers exceptional energy efficiency, enhanced torque, and high performance even at low speeds. Mechatronics Systems MDS is the top choice for **replacing DC brush motors and AC induction motors** in both new and existing applications. The MDS family delivers the performance of a brush motor while eliminating common brush motor issues such as large size, frequent maintenance, and limited high-speed operation. Our MDS is ideal for **variable speed DC and AC induction motor applications** and processes. For new applications, you'll benefit from its small footprint, easy wiring, high torque, energy efficiency, and excellent low-speed velocity control. Smart conveyors, **robotic vehicles**, centrifuges, metering pumps, mixers, linear actuators, small power CNC spindles, and plastic moldings—**our integrated variable speed servo motor drives are ideal** for these applications and more. ### Features & Benefits - Bluetooth for easy set up, Ethernet Modbus TCP/IP Communication. - Command and I/O functions by PC or PLC - Programmable Inputs and Outputs - Start, Stop, Forward, Jog standard I/O functions - Analog command inputs: 0-10V, 4 -20mA - Torque, Velocity and Position Modes of Operation - Digital Drive Electronics - Heavy-duty sealed ball bearings - 5/8-inch NEMA cold rolled steel shaft - Standard 1800 RPM speed - 115V AC and 230V AC three Phase Input - 3 Standard frame lengths with rated output up to 3HP continuous ### Options - Speed up to 5000 RPM - Dynamic Brake with Power resistor - EtherCat communication - Operation from 24 and 48 volts for Battery Applications - Metric dimensions - Custom Mounting dimensions - Electrical Brake - Output Gearbox - IP66- IP67 protection level - Stainless Steel body FDA food grade compliant | **Model** | **MDS05/MCS1** | **MDS2/MCS2.5** | **MDS3** | |---|---|---|---| | Output Rating | Output Power | HP | 0.5/1 | 2/2.5 | 3 | | KW | 0.38/0.745 | 1.5/1.8 | 2.2 | | Input Rating | Rated Voltage/ Frequency | Single/Three Phase 115/200/208/220/230V AC 50-60Hz | | Voltage/Frequency Tolerance | Voltage: ±10% Frequency: ±10% | | Length (inch \[mm\]) | 5.5 \[140\] | 6.5 \[165\] | 7.5 \[191\] | | Weight (lb \[kg\]) | 9.7 \[4.4\] | 13.5 \[6.2\] | 19.5 \[8.9\] | | **Control Characteristics** | |---| | **Control System** | Torque Control Mode | | Velocity Control Mode | | Position Control | | **Rated Speed** | 0 - 5000 RPM | | **DC Braking** | Built in braking circuit | | **Acceleration/ Deceleration** | 0.1 – 30 seconds (linear or nonlinear profile) | | **Operation Specification** | | **Inputs** | Digital | 5 inputs 5-24V DC internal pull up resistor 20K | | 3 inputs are used for Forward, Reverse and Jog | | 2 are programmable by the user | | Pull input low to common to Activate Motion | | Speed Command | 4-20mA current input | | DC Potentiometer or signal 0-5V DC | | Digital Pulse train 5-5000HZ | | Digital encoder in quadrature. Built in Line Driver receiver | | **Outputs** | Programmable Output | 5-24V DC Open collector output. Built in pull up resistor 20K | | Analog Output | 0-5V DC 10 mA User’s defined | | **Operating Functions** | Torque, Speed, Position Mode, Linear and S-curve acceleration, High performance PID loops, Start, Stop, Jog, Adjustable acceleration/deceleration, Adjustable current limit | | **Protective Functions** | Overvoltage, Thermal protection, Overcurrent protection, Torque limiter | | **Operator Interface** | Hardware (using I/Os) | Jog, Forward, Reverse, Stop | | Network Control | USB, RS485, Ethernet | | **Environmental** | Ambient Temperature | -10°C – 40°C (14°F to 104°F) | | Storage Temperature | -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) | | Ambient Humidity | 20-90% | | Vibration | 9.8m/s 2 (1G) less than 10Hz, 5.9m/s 2 (0.6G) 10 to 60Hz | | | Installation Location | Altitude 1000M or lower above sea level, keep from corrosive gas, liquid and dust | | **Options** | Ethernet Interface, MODBUS RS485, Custom speed torque characteristics, Mechanical gearbox, Mechanical brake, Metric mounting, Custom packaging. | | **Conformity** | CE | Low−Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) EMC Directive (93/68/EEC) | | **Approvals (Pending)** | UL 508C | Power Conversion Equipment | ![Control Wiring Diagram](https://mechatronicssystems.com/images/stories/MCS-Wiring-Diagram.jpg "Wiring Diagram") Please contact our [**Application Engineering**](https://mechatronicssystems.com/contact-us "Contact Us") for specific model. MCS is designed to tailor its performance to various models and options. ### Motor Control System (MDS) Model Numbering | MDS POWER | AC INPUT VOLTAGE | MECHANICAL CONFIGURATION OPTIONS | COMMUNICATION | ELECTRICAL OPTIONS | |---|---|---|---|---| | ## MDS05 | ## 1GB | ## 01 | ## 01 | ## XX | | 0.5HP 1HP 1.5HP 2HP 2.5HP 3HP | 1 — single phase 115V 2 — single phase 230V 3 — three phase 230V G — GEARBOX B — BRAKE | 01 — NEMA 56 02 — NEMA56C feet mount Consult factory for various options | 0 — Manual Control 1 — Ethernet Modbus TCP/IP 3 — EtherCAT | Consult factory for various options | --- ### EXAMPLE: MDS1 - 3 - 02 - 0 - XX MDS UNIT: 1HP, - Three Phase 230V AC, No gearbox/brake, - NEMA 56C, - Manual control, - No Electrical options ### MDS Mechanical Dimensions ![MCS Mechanical Dimensions diagramm](https://mechatronicssystems.com/images/stories/mechanical-dimensions.jpg "MCS Mechanical Dimensions") | MCS DIMENSIONS | |---| | MODEL | MDS05 | MDS1 | MDS1.5 | MDS2 | MDS3 | | HP \[Kw\] | 0.5 \[.37\] | 1 \[.75\] | 1.5 \[1.12\] | 2 \[1.49\] | 3 \[2.24\] | | "A" inch \[mm\] | 5.5 \[140\] | 6.5 \[165\] | 7.5 \[191\] | | \# | Name | Type | Size (MB) | |---|---|---|---| | 1. | MDS Integrated Motor-Drive Flyer [**MDS\_Flyer.pdf**](https://mechatronicssystems.com/images/stories/pdfFiles/Flyer_MDS_rev_H_white.pdf) | PDF | 2.5 | | 2. | MDS Integrated Motor-Drive Specification Booklet [**MDS Family.pdf**](https://mechatronicssystems.com/images/stories/pdfFiles/MDS_PRELIMINARY.pdf) | PDF | 0.8 | ```json { "@context": "http://schema.org", "@graph": [ { "@type": "Article", "author": { "@id": "https://mechatronicssystems.com/#super_user_ec3260b553" }, "dateModified": "2026-03-17T18:14:05Z", "datePublished": "2018-12-12T18:03:17Z", "description": "High-performance motor and drive in a single NEMA 56 package from Mechatronics Systems. 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