Dunkermotoren dGo: Cost-Optimized Integrated Control

The Dunkermotoren dGo series serves as the smart, price-performance gateway to integrated brushless DC (BLDC) motor control. By embedding robust electronic commutation and a fully-fledged 4-quadrant speed controller directly inside the motor housing for BG 42 & BG 45, dGo provides exactly the core control features your application needs without the cost overhead of complex fieldbus programming.

  • Target Applications: Conveyor systems, roller drives, pumps, and decentralized auxiliary axes.
  • Standard Interface: Direct speed and direction control via simple analog/digital I/O.
  • Space Efficiency: The fully integrated electronic design eliminates external rail-mounted drivers, minimizing your control cabinet footprint to zero.
Servo Motors - dGo Cost-Optimized Integrated Control from Dunkermotoren

Next-Generation Efficiency for Standard Automation Tasks

In modern industrial automation, balancing performance and budget is a continuous engineering challenge. The Dunkermotoren dGo series resolves this tension by providing an entry-level, price-performance gateway to integrated brushless DC (BLDC) motor control. By embedding robust electronic commutation and a fully-fledged 4-quadrant speed controller directly inside the motor housing, the dGo platform delivers precisely the core control features your application demands.


Eliminating unnecessary programming and bus infrastructure

This design eliminates the cost overhead and development hours typically associated with complex fieldbus programming. Optimized for continuous, reliable operation, dGo motors excel in high-volume, decentralized environments. They are the ideal choice for driving conveyor systems, warehouse roller tracks, pumps, and auxiliary machine axes where standalone speed stability is paramount.

Technical Specifications & Supported BLDC Portfolio


The Dunkermotoren dGo subsystem represents a fully integrated engineering matrix where high-density power electronics meet rugged, industrial-grade motor hardware. Engineered specifically for continuous-duty automation loops, the platform unifies electronic commutation, thermal safety limits, and variable speed control parameters into a single, compact physical envelope.

By operating on a standardized analog and digital signal infrastructure, dGo allows machine builders to deploy highly dynamic brushless DC (BLDC) drives across decentralized layouts without compromising on mechanical reliability or expanding system complexity. This section unpacks the core control capabilities, electrical input values, and the underlying modular hardware portfolio that defines the dGo platform.

Integration Focus
  • Hardware Simplification: 100% internal electronics drastically reduce your control cabinet footprint.
  • Standardized Operation: Direct speed and direction manipulation via simple analog/digital I/O.
  • Thermal Excellence: Precision-engineered internal power stages minimize heat dissipation and extend operational lifetime.
  • Ex Works Validation: Drives arrive fully pre-parameterized based on your velocity profiles for instant plug-and-play setup.

Uncompromising 4-Quadrant Control Parameters

The technical foundation of the dGo platform centers on a miniaturized, highly efficient 4-quadrant controller. Unlike simple 1Q or 2Q drivers, dGo electronics actively drive and brake the motor in both rotational directions. This allows for highly dynamic velocity profiles, controlled deceleration curves, and stable holding torque properties.

4-Quadrant Motion Control

Active drive & brake
QII

Controlled braking

Deceleration with defined torque in reverse rotation.

QI

Forward drive

Dynamic acceleration and precise velocity control.

QIII

Reverse drive

Motor operation with stable torque in opposite direction.

QIV

Regulated braking

Smooth braking ramps for highly controlled motion profiles.

2 directions Forward & reverse
4 quadrants Drive & brake
Compact PCB Miniaturized control

Plug-and-Play Factory Pre-Parameterization

To streamline commissioning on e.g. assembly lines, every drive arrives fully pre-parameterized and flashed ex works based on your application-specific velocity profiles. This approach completely removes the need for complex on-site software installation or engineering field deployment.

Interfacing and Thermal Engineering

Commanding the drive is remarkably straightforward. It accepts a standard -10V...+10 V analog signal or an adjustable PWM speed setpoint. Hardware pins are dedicated to essential control commands: Start/Stop execution and Clockwise/Counter-Clockwise (CW/CCW) direction toggling. This high-density power stage is backed by precision thermal management, keeping heat dissipation to an absolute minimum and dramatically expanding the operational lifetime of the internal components.

Interfacing & Thermal Engineering

Simple command logic
-10V...+10 V

Analog
setpoint

Standard voltage input for straightforward speed control.

PWM

Speed
command

Adjustable pulse-width signal for flexible drive control.

I/O

Start / Stop

Dedicated hardware pins for essential execution commands.

CW / CCW

Direction
toggle

Clockwise and counter-clockwise control via direct pin logic.

Analog input -10V...+10 V control
Hardware pins Start/Stop & CW/CCW
Low heat Thermal efficiency

The Modular Hardware Ecosystem

The dGo electronic architecture is natively integrated into two of Dunkermotoren's most reliable brushless product families:

  • BGA 22 dGo Series: Slotless BLDC motor variants optimized for high-speed tasks requiring ultra-smooth running characteristics and near-zero cogging torque
  • BG 42 dGo Series: Highly dynamic, 3-phase EC motors utilizing 8-pole high-energy neodymium magnets to achieve exceptional power density within a tight physical envelope.
  • BG 45 dGo Series: Is the higher output power and robust mechanical integration of BG 42

Both series fully support Dunkermotoren’s modular system, allowing you to instantly pair the integrated dGo motor with rugged planetary (PLG) or worm (SG) gearboxes, alongside optional magnetic encoders and brakes.

Engineering Guides & Deployment Best Practices


Successfully deploying decentralized drive technology requires a clear alignment between mechanical engineering metrics and manufacturing floor reality. The dGo control architecture is systematically optimized to streamline workflows across the entire engineering, assembly, and integration stream.

By eliminating excessive infrastructure overhead, the platform transforms complex hardware assemblies into predictable plug-and-play operations. This documentation outlines the real-world deployment parameters, hardware interfaces, and life-cycle efficiencies achieved when integrating dGo motors into modern automation environments.

  • Panel Optimization: Relocating power stages to the machine frame drastically cuts electrical cabinet volume requirements.
  • Shielding Elimination: Internal commutation loops contain high-frequency noise, removing the need for specialized shielded cables.
  • Error Proofing: Pre-parameterized firmware and standardized I/O pin layouts eliminate human wiring and scaling mistakes on the assembly line.
Procurement Focus
  • Reduced TCO: Industrial-grade components packaged into an entry-level price class as a cost-optimized leader.
  • Compressed BOM: One single part number replaces separate motor, external controller, and specialized cabling lines.
  • Minimized Assembly Time: Clean plug-and-play wiring layouts eliminate terminal mistakes and slash production line hours.
  • Simplified Logistics: Consolidated single-vendor supply chains reduce administrative overhead and testing routines.

Maximizing Value Across the Entire Engineering Stream

Implementing integrated dGo technology yields cascading benefits throughout the development cycle. For design engineers, migrating the drive electronics onto the motor axis introduces Cabinet-Free Design Advantages. By removing external rail-mounted drivers from the main electrical enclosure, overall panel size is reduced, allowing for more compact machine footprints.

Securing System EMC Compliance

Furthermore, integrating the controller directly onto the motor housing shortens internal phase wiring down to millimeters. This creates Inherent EMC Security, minimizing electromagnetic radiation, eliminating the need for expensive shielded motor cables, and significantly streamlining system-level CE certification. Mechanically, standardized mounting flanges ensure rapid, error-free assembly and hassle-free gearbox retrofitting.

Optimizing Procurement and Production Workflows

From a commercial perspective, the dGo series functions as the "Cost-Optimized Leader" of the Dunkermotoren portfolio. It compresses your Bill of Materials (BOM) because a single part number replaces what used to be three separate line items: the motor, the external controller, and the specialized cable assembly. On the production floor, clean plug-and-play wiring layouts (available in 2-wire, 3-wire, or comprehensive 6-wire configurations) slash assembly times and completely eliminate terminal wiring mistakes.

Downloads

BGA 22 dGo

BGA 22 dGo

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Thumbnail Data Sheet BG 42 dGo

BG 42 dGo

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Thumbnail Product Data Sheet BG 45 dGo

BG 45 dGo

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FAQ: dGo Motors

  • Why was the dGo control platform developed?
    Modern factory automation demands decentralized intelligence, but high-end Industrial Ethernet architectures (like PROFINET or EtherCAT) are often over-engineered and cost-prohibitive for straightforward velocity tasks. dGo bridges this commercial and technical gap by focusing strictly on essential analog/digital control at an entry-level price point.
  • What legacy electronics does dGo replace?
    It replaces older integrated electronic families, such as the Dunkermotoren KI range. It updates your machinery with a unified, modern platform that provides identical core control parameters but benefits from state-of-the-art power semiconductors and better thermal efficiency.
  • Where does dGo fit into the Motor Control Platform (MCP)?
    The dGo subsystem is the cost-optimized standalone tier of the unified Dunkermotoren MCP. While higher tiers like dMove and dPro focus on complex networked bus communication (CANopen, Industrial Ethernet) and multi-axis synchronization, dGo is specifically built as the independent, budget-conscious leader of the platform.
  • What voltage ranges do Dunkermotoren dGo integrated motors support?
    Dunkermotoren dGo electronics are primarily engineered for standard industrial low-voltage grids, operating natively on 12V DC, 24 VDC and 48 VDC power supplies. This low-voltage architecture makes them highly compatible with standard decentralized power setups found in automated guided vehicles (AGVs), warehouse shuttles, and standard logistics conveyor rails without requiring high-voltage insulation tracking.
  • Can the dGo motor platform handle active braking and regenerative energy?
    Yes, because dGo components feature a fully integrated *4-quadrant speed controller (4Q), the drive actively controls braking operations in both rotational directions. During deceleration phases, the motor acts as a generator. The internal circuitry regulates this feedback to ensure smooth, controlled stopping deceleration profiles, making it perfect for vertical auxiliary axes or reciprocating conveyor gates.

     *exception dGo for BGA 22, which is 2Q
  • What is the difference between Dunkermotoren dGo and dMove electronics?
    The main difference is the communication infrastructure and advanced positioning capability:

    • dGo is a cost-optimized, standalone solution controlled via simple analog/digital hardware I/O or PWM signals, requiring no bus programming.
    • dMove adds advanced communication fieldbus networks (such as CANopen) and digital interfaces, providing complex multi-axis motion and synchronized position profiles.
  • What environmental protection rating (IP code) do dGo motors feature?
    Depending on the mechanical configuration and connector system chosen, Dunkermotoren dGo brushless motors typically provide an industrial IP54 protection rating up to IP65. The fully enclosed aluminum housing seals the integrated 4Q power stage directly against dust penetration and splashing water, allowing for safe, exposed frame mounting on production floors without additional protective shields.
  • Does the integrated dGo electronics platform include thermal overload protection?
    Yes, Dunkermotoren dGo motors feature intelligent, integrated thermal and current monitoring loops. The internal power stage continuously measures winding temperature and current draw. If a mechanical jam occurs or the motor operates outside its continuous torque rating (S1 duty cycle), the electronics automatically scale back the output or safely shut down to prevent coil damage and ensure long-term system reliability.
  • Are Dunkermotoren dGo motors maintenance-free during their operational lifetime?
    Yes, because dGo drives combine brushless DC technology (BLDC) with integrated power stages, they are virtually maintenance-free. There are no mechanical brushes to wear out, and the short internal wiring connections inside the IP-rated metal housing eliminate typical point-of-failure wire chafing. The high-quality ball bearings are lubricated for life, minimizing operational downtime and reducing lifecycle service costs.
  • Can dGo motors be combined with encoders or mechanical brakes?
    Absolutely. Despite having fully integrated control electronics, dGo motors remain compatible with the Dunkermotoren modular system. They can be configured with integrated magnetic or optical encoders (RE/RGE series) for precise speed feedback loops, or combined with permanent magnet brakes (E series) to securely hold vertical loads in place during emergency stops or power failures.
  • How can I change the factory pre-parameterization of a dGo motor?
    While dGo drives are delivered fully configured ex works for instant plug-and-play operation, adjustments can be made using Dunkermotoren’s Drive Assistant 5 software platform. By connecting via a standard interface adapter, engineers can fine-tune ramp times, customize digital I/O behaviors, or adjust maximum current limits to perfectly match unexpected design changes on the factory floor.