{"id":2248,"date":"2022-05-25T00:01:56","date_gmt":"2022-05-24T16:01:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/?p=2248"},"modified":"2024-02-05T17:57:37","modified_gmt":"2024-02-05T09:57:37","slug":"servo-motor-vs-dc-motor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/servo-motor-vs-dc-motor\/","title":{"rendered":"Servo Motor Vs DC Motor: What are the Main Differences?"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]You might not always give it much thought, but many items in your daily life require different kinds of motors to function. Everything from the smoothie maker that makes your breakfast to the DVD player that entertains your kids has a motor of some kind.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s worth noting that not all motors are the same and feature a host of different variables that make each type better suited to different applications. What is the difference between a servo motor and a DC motor? Read on as we delve into the basic features of each type as well as the pro and cons of each one. Servo motor vs DC motor \u2013 which is better?[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_62 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" 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Servo Motor Work?\">How Does a Servo Motor Work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/servo-motor-vs-dc-motor\/#What_is_Servo_Motor_Used_for\" title=\"What is Servo Motor Used for?\">What is Servo Motor Used for?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/servo-motor-vs-dc-motor\/#Pros_and_Cons_of_Servo_Motor\" title=\"Pros and Cons of Servo Motor\">Pros and Cons of Servo Motor<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/servo-motor-vs-dc-motor\/#Pros\" title=\"Pros\u00a0 \">Pros\u00a0 <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/servo-motor-vs-dc-motor\/#Cons\" title=\"Cons\u00a0 \">Cons\u00a0 <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/servo-motor-vs-dc-motor\/#What_is_DC_Motor\" title=\"What is DC Motor?\">What is DC Motor?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/servo-motor-vs-dc-motor\/#Types_of_DC_Motors\" title=\"Types of DC Motors\">Types of DC Motors<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/servo-motor-vs-dc-motor\/#Brushed_DC_Motor\" title=\"Brushed DC Motor\">Brushed DC Motor<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/servo-motor-vs-dc-motor\/#What_is_Brushed_DC_Motors_Used_for\" title=\"What is Brushed DC Motors Used for?\">What is Brushed DC Motors Used for?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/servo-motor-vs-dc-motor\/#Brushless_DC_Motor\" title=\"Brushless DC Motor\">Brushless DC Motor<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/servo-motor-vs-dc-motor\/#What_is_Brushless_DC_Motor_Used_For\" title=\"What is Brushless DC Motor Used For?\">What is Brushless DC Motor Used For?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/servo-motor-vs-dc-motor\/#Pros_and_Cons_of_DC_Motor\" title=\"Pros and Cons of DC Motor\">Pros and Cons of DC Motor<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/servo-motor-vs-dc-motor\/#Pros-2\" title=\"Pros\u00a0 \">Pros\u00a0 <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/servo-motor-vs-dc-motor\/#Cons-2\" title=\"Cons \">Cons <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/servo-motor-vs-dc-motor\/#Comparing_DC_Motor_Servo_Motor\" title=\"Comparing DC Motor &amp; Servo Motor\">Comparing DC Motor &amp; Servo Motor<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/servo-motor-vs-dc-motor\/#DC_Motor_Vs_Servo_Motor\" title=\"DC Motor Vs Servo Motor\">DC Motor Vs Servo Motor<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/servo-motor-vs-dc-motor\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Servo_Motor\"><\/span>What is Servo Motor?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Essentially, <a href=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/servo-motor\/\">servo motors<\/a> consist of DC motors capable of providing extremely precise motion control. If you\u2019re looking for infinite resolution of the output angle, then you\u2019re definitely looking for a servo motor.<\/p>\n<p>The average servo motor is made up of four components namely:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>DC motor<\/li>\n<li><em>Gearing set<\/em><\/li>\n<li>Control circuit<\/li>\n<li><em>Usually a Potentiometer in the form of a position sensor<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For the most part, the servo motor uses a three-wire system, namely power, ground, and control. The servo controller regulates the current drawn to drive the motor. Servo motors don\u2019t spin continuously like standard DC motors unless they\u2019re specifically modified to accommodate continuous rotation motors.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_btn title=&#8221;Check out Assun Motor&#8217;s Range of Servo Motors&#8221; color=&#8221;danger&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;bounceInUp&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fassunmotor.com%2Fonline-shop%2Fservo-motor&#8221;][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_a_Servo_Motor_Work\"><\/span>How Does a Servo Motor Work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A servo motor features a positional control sensor, also referred to as a feedback encoder, on the last gear. The closed-loop control compares the position of the rotor to its desired position and produces an error signal. Based on this error signal, the motor generates the necessary control signal to move the rotor to the required position. Essentially, to control a servo motor PWM, a signal is used.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, the duration of the positive pulse decides the position and not the speed of the servo shaft. Depending on the type of servo motor, the servo control pulse is usually repeated every 20 milliseconds. A shorter pulse will rotate the shaft anti-clockwise. A neutral pulse value, on the other hand, will keep the shaft in a center position.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Servo_Motor_Used_for\"><\/span><span>What is Servo Motor Used for?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span>Since servo motors don\u2019t rotate freely &amp; continuously as most DC motors do, they\u2019re ideal for use in more specified applications. Additionally, servo motors can only run at their peak torque for a short time. They are ideally used as positioning motors rather than for continuous rotation or spinning. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>With a more complex setup with PWM tuning, some of the more common servo motors uses include the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span> <\/span><span>Robotic arms, robot legs and many other robotic applications<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span> <\/span><span>Foot &amp; rudder control systems<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span> <\/span><span>Radio-controlled cars<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span> <\/span><span>DVD &amp; Blu-ray disc players<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span> <\/span><span>Cameras<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span> <\/span><span>Telescopes<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Antennas<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros_and_Cons_of_Servo_Motor\"><\/span>Pros and Cons of Servo Motor<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When considering your servo motors, it\u2019s important to be aware of the pros and cons of this option. They may be the deciding factor in your choice.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros\"><\/span>Pros\u00a0 <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2370\" src=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/thumbs-up-icon.png\" alt=\"thumbs up icon\" width=\"25\" height=\"25\" \/><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Closed-loop control<\/li>\n<li><em>Very reliable<\/em><\/li>\n<li>Features high acceleration<\/li>\n<li><em>Superior efficiency<\/em><\/li>\n<li>Provides high output power that is relative to its size<\/li>\n<li><em>Operates quietly at desired speeds with a high torque value<a class=\"gt3_icon_link\" href=\"#\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"font-size: 14px; color: inherit; margin-right: 15px; margin-top: 5px;\" rel=\"noopener\"><i class=\"thumbs\">\u00a0<\/i><\/a>\u00a0<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cons\"><\/span>Cons\u00a0 <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2375\" src=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/thumbs-down-light-skin-tone-icon.png\" alt=\"thumbs down light skin tone icon\" width=\"27\" height=\"27\" \/><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Require tuning to stabilize the feedback loop<\/li>\n<li><em>Peak torque is limited to a 1% duty cycle<\/em><\/li>\n<li>The motor can become unpredictable when another component breaks<\/li>\n<li><em>The controller is complex and requires electronic feedback &amp; encoder support<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_DC_Motor\"><\/span><span>What is DC Motor?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span>In short, DC motors run direct currents to generate mechanical rotation. <\/span>DC motors are made up of a two-wire system, power, and ground and feature a continuous rotation motor. As the power supply is applied, DC motors start rotating until the power is detached. Many DC motors also run at considerably high revolutions per minute or high RPM.<\/p>\n<p>The speed of DC motors is controlled using Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) as it\u2019s commonly called. This allows you to easily turn the power on and off on your applications.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_DC_Motors\"><\/span><span>Types of DC Motors<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There are a variety of different DC motors currently on the market. The two most common types are brush and brushless. Let\u2019s look a what makes them different.<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Brushed_DC_Motor\"><\/span><span>Brushed DC Motor<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_1990\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1990\" class=\"wp-image-1990\" src=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/coreless-brushed-DC-motor.png\" alt=\"coreless brushed DC motor\" width=\"800\" height=\"566\" srcset=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/coreless-brushed-DC-motor.png 1300w, https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/coreless-brushed-DC-motor-300x212.png 300w, https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/coreless-brushed-DC-motor-1024x725.png 1024w, https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/coreless-brushed-DC-motor-768x544.png 768w, https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/coreless-brushed-DC-motor-120x86.png 120w, https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/coreless-brushed-DC-motor-750x531.png 750w, https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/coreless-brushed-DC-motor-1140x807.png 1140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1990\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">AssunMotor&#8217;s Coreless Brushed DC Motor Diagram.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/brushed-dc-motor\/\">brushed DC motor<\/a> can be traced back to the mid-1830s. Whether you spend the day in an office, your home, or a busy workshop, you\u2019re surrounded by applications using this type of motor.<\/p>\n<p>This type of motor is called brushed because the current that makes the motor work is provided by two stationary metallic brushes that react with different segments on the ring. The rotation of the motor is created by the brushes continuously contacting the next segment.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_btn title=&#8221;Check our AssunMotor&#8217;s Coreless Brushed DC Motors&#8221; color=&#8221;danger&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;bounceInUp&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fassunmotor.com%2Fproducts%2Fdc-brushed-coreless-motor&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Brushed_DC_Motors_Used_for\"><\/span>What is Brushed DC Motors Used for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>As technology has advanced, brushless DC motors have replaced brushed DC motors in many applications. However, brushed motors are still the superior options for many industrial, commercial, and household applications that require constant and high torque.<\/p>\n<p>Brushed DC motors are ideal for applications that require simple control schemes and low cost. Some of the more popular uses for brushed DC motors include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Handheld fans<\/li>\n<li><em>Mobile phone vibrators<\/em><\/li>\n<li>Car windows<\/li>\n<li><em>Small power tools such as cordless drills<\/em><\/li>\n<li>Small kitchen appliances such as smoothie makers and coffee machines<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Brushless_DC_Motor\"><\/span>Brushless DC Motor<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>When it comes to simplicity, <a href=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/brushless-dc-motor\/\">brushless DC motors<\/a> are mechanically less complex than their brushed counterparts. Unlike brushed motors, the brushless DC motor features only one moving part namely the rotor.<\/p>\n<p>Quite simply, the rotor eliminates the different complications often found in the other components of a brushed DC motor. The rotor features a ring of permanent magnets with stationary coils. In this instance, there\u2019s no need for brushes.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, the noise of a brushed DC motor is eliminated and the current flow switches over silently. This means that, unlike the brushed version, brushless motors run quietly.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_1991\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1991\" class=\"wp-image-1991\" src=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/coreless-brushless-DC-motor.png\" alt=\"coreless brushless DC motor\" width=\"800\" height=\"566\" srcset=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/coreless-brushless-DC-motor.png 1024w, https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/coreless-brushless-DC-motor-300x212.png 300w, https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/coreless-brushless-DC-motor-768x544.png 768w, https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/coreless-brushless-DC-motor-120x86.png 120w, https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/coreless-brushless-DC-motor-750x531.png 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1991\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">AssunMotor&#8217;s Coreless Brushless DC Motor Diagram<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_btn title=&#8221;Check our AssunMotor&#8217;s Coreless Brushless DC Motors&#8221; color=&#8221;danger&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;bounceInUp&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fassunmotor.com%2Fproducts%2Fbrushless-coreless-motor&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Brushless_DC_Motor_Used_For\"><\/span>What is Brushless DC Motor Used For?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>Since brushless DC motors are so much quieter, they\u2019re ideal for use in applications that will benefit from the quiet operation. Some of these include the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Disk drives<\/li>\n<li><em>Electric vehicles<\/em><\/li>\n<li>Computer cooling fans<\/li>\n<li><em>Air conditioners<\/em><\/li>\n<li>Washing machines<\/li>\n<li><em>Drones<\/em><\/li>\n<li>High-precision servomechanisms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros_and_Cons_of_DC_Motor\"><\/span>Pros and Cons of DC Motor<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>As with the servo motors, DC motors also have their set of pros and cons, as listed below.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros-2\"><\/span>Pros\u00a0 <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2370\" src=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/thumbs-up-icon.png\" alt=\"thumbs up icon\" width=\"25\" height=\"25\" \/><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Easily pairs with gear reducers<\/li>\n<li><em>Motors are fast and continuous rotation DC motors<\/em><\/li>\n<li>Ideal for multiple applications<\/li>\n<li><em>Higher torque rating<\/em><\/li>\n<li>Variable speeds<\/li>\n<li><em>Quick starting and stopping<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cons-2\"><\/span>Cons <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2375\" src=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/thumbs-down-light-skin-tone-icon.png\" alt=\"thumbs down light skin tone icon\" width=\"27\" height=\"27\" \/><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Can have a higher initial cost<\/li>\n<li><em>Increased operation and maintenance costs as a result of the commutator &amp; brush gear<\/em><\/li>\n<li>Sparking risk at brush means this motor can\u2019t be used in explosive or hazardous conditions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]<span class=\"gt3_highlighter\" style=\"background-color: #eeee22;\">Important note<\/span>: AssunMotor\u2019s DC motor (brushed &amp; Brushless) and DC servo motor are coreless in design. You may want to find out more on \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/blog\/dc-coreless-motor\/\">What is DC Coreless Motor &amp; How to Choose the Right One?<\/a>\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>If your project requires high-precision motion, low to no noise in the motor, reliable, long-lasting life, requires high power, high efficiency, high torque, and no cogging, then choose Assun&#8217;s motors will be a great choice for you.[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=&#8221;Check our motors at our Assunmotor online store!&#8221; color=&#8221;danger&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;bounceInUp&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fassunmotor.com%2Fonline-shop%2Fbrushless-coreless-motor&#8221;][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Comparing_DC_Motor_Servo_Motor\"><\/span><span>Comparing DC Motor &amp; Servo Motor<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span>When it comes to comparing servo motors and DC motors, the DC motors win hands down with sustained output. Unlike DC motors, servo motors offer a more precise rotation for technical applications. It\u2019s important to note that a DC motor will only spin at half of the maximum speed when fully on, meaning the ratio determines the speed of the motor. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Another difference between DC motors and servo motors is that they are generally more costly to buy, install as well as maintain or replace. While they offer superior torque, position control, and speed, their cost can be an issue. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>It&#8217;s also important to note that servo motors have a rotation limited to 180\u00b0 whereas a DC motor rotates continuously.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DC_Motor_Vs_Servo_Motor\"><\/span>DC Motor Vs Servo Motor<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>We\u2019ve created a side-by-side view of the key features of DC motors vs servo motors to make a comparison so much easier.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<table id=\"tablepress-27-no-2\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-27\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1 odd\">\n\t<th class=\"column-1\">Features<\/th><th class=\"column-2\">DC Motors<\/th><th class=\"column-3\">Servo Motors<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Efficiency<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Moderate<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">High<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Controllability<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Simple<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">More complex<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Torque\/Speed Range<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Depends on the type of DC motor, but usually average<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">1,000 \u2013 6,000 RPM\u2019s (high)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-5 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Best method of use<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Continuous applications<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Intermittent applications<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-6 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Price range<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Low cost<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Can be high initially<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-7 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Wire system used<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-2\">2 wire system \u2013 power and ground<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">3 wire system \u2013 ground, power and control<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-8 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Reliability<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Moderate \u2013 broken motors can easily be replaced<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">High<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-9 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Assembly system required<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-2\">No assembly as it\u2019s an individual machine<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Requires some assembly of the following components:<br \/>\n-\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 DC motor<br \/>\n-\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Control circuit<br \/>\n-\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Gearing set<br \/>\n-\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Position sensor<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-10 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Typical examples<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Used in car wheels, fans, small kitchen appliances<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Used in robotic arms, legs or rudder control functions<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<!-- #tablepress-27-no-2 from cache -->\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We trust that the brief information we\u2019ve provided regarding the key differences and applications between DC and servo motors will help you choose the right application for your particular project. By considering features such as torque, current, and velocity you\u2019ll identify the strongest motor choice for your application. Whether or not the motor you choose is reliable or not, depends on the maintenance of the various components. Use the info in our article to help you choose the best option![\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;28px&#8221;][vc_message]<span style=\"color: #000000;\">Assun Motor design, manufacture, and distributes high-performance DC driving systems to offer total solutions for precise driving and motion control applications.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">These products include:<\/span><br \/>\n<span>1.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/products\/brushless-coreless-motor?utm_source=%2Fservo-motor-vs-dc-motor%2F&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=ReferringPage\">Brushless Coreless motors<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span>2.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/products\/dc-brushed-coreless-motor?utm_source=%2Fservo-motor-vs-dc-motor%2F&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=ReferringPage\">Brushed Coreless motors<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span>3.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/products\/planetary-gearbox?utm_source=%2Fservo-motor-vs-dc-motor%2F&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=ReferringPage\">Planetary Gearbox<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span>4.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/products\/encoder?utm_source=%2Fservo-motor-vs-dc-motor%2F&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=ReferringPage\">Encoders<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span>5.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/products\/servo-motor?utm_source=%2Fservo-motor-vs-dc-motor%2F&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=ReferringPage\">Servo Motors<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span>6.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/products\/servo-controller?utm_source=%2Fservo-motor-vs-dc-motor%2F&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=ReferringPage\">Servo controller<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/products\/brushless-coreless-motor?page=2&amp;per-page=24&amp;utm_source=%2Fservo-motor-vs-dc-motor%2F&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=ReferringPage\">Speed drivers<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span>7.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/assunmotor.com\/products\/brake?utm_source=%2Fservo-motor-vs-dc-motor%2F&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=ReferringPage\">Brakes<\/a><\/span>[\/vc_message]<div  class='epic_comment_container jeg_custom_comment_wrapper  '><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]You might not always give it much thought, but many items in your daily life require different kinds of motors to function. 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