A direct drive motor can be defined as any type of motor where the load is directly connected to the motor. They do not require any mechanical transmission elements such as couplings; the motor directly drives the load. Using a direct drive motor eliminates the need for belts, gearboxes, and pully systems.

Direct drive motors can be either linear or rotary motors and are sometimes referred to as torque motors as they produce high torque at low speeds, brushless motors, permanent magnet, or synchronous motors as this type of motor directly transmits their load to their rotor.

Rotary direct drive motors operate using magnets attached to the rotor and windings on the stator. The windings produce electromagnetic fields as they are energized to either attract or repel the magnets within the rotor, producing controlled motion within the motor itself.

• Eliminates mechanical components making them low maintenance
• No wear or backlash for higher precision
• Lower noise production during operation
• Higher accuracy than alternative mechanical solutions
• High reliability and compact design
• Clean mechanical assembly and high throughput