Coreless DC motor
maxon EC-max
Economical brushless motors with ironless winding and preloaded bearings, offered in small diameters.
Key specifications
| Outer diameter | 16–22 mm |
|---|---|
| Continuous torque (max) | 0.011 Nm |
| Speed (max) | 18,000 rpm |
| Power (max) | 12 W |
Summarised in our own words from maxon group (maxon motor ag)'s published data; series maxima, individual models vary. Last checked 2026-10-29. Source 1 · Source 2
Notes on this data
Only EC-max 16 and EC-max 22 appear in the 2026/27 table of contents; maxima from EC-max 22 (12 W, ~11 mNm, 18,000 rpm). EC-max 16 page not read. EC-4pole not located in the 2026/27 TOC.
Specify Motion is not affiliated with maxon group (maxon motor ag). maxon and EC-max are used only to identify the product. Comparisons use published figures; always confirm against the current datasheet.
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