Brushed DC Motors | Portable devices, toys, small appliances | Brushed Commutation (IEC 60034-30), IE1 Efficiency (IEC 60034-30-2), Voltage Range 3V-36V (IEC 60034-27-1) | Lower cost, simpler design, easier control | Requires brush maintenance, lower efficiency (▲IE3+ motors are 20% more efficient), shorter lifespan |
Brushless DC Motors | Drones, electric vehicles, industrial automation | Brushless Commutation (IEC 60034-30), ▲IE3 Efficiency (IEC 60034-30-2, 20% more efficient than IE1), High RPM (ISO 2371) | Longer lifespan, no brush wear, energy-efficient | Higher cost, requires electronic control systems (e.g., ESC) |
Coreless DC Motors | Medical devices, robotics, precision instruments | Coreless Design (IEC 60034-30), ▲High Torque-to-Weight Ratio (ASTM F406, 3x better than brushed motors), Low Inertia (IEC 60034-1) | Fast acceleration, precise control, compact size | Fragile windings, expensive, limited power capacity (▲Advanced versions may add cooling) |
Gear DC Motors | Robotics, automation, toys | Gear Reduction (ISO 6333), ▲Output Torque 5-50 Nm (ISO 6333-2, ideal for heavy loads), Reduced Speed (IEC 60034-1) | High torque for mechanical systems, adjustable speed via gear ratios | Increased size/weight, mechanical wear, less efficient (▲Planetary gears improve efficiency) |
High-Torque DC Motors | Industrial machinery, power tools | ▲High Torque 100+ Nm (ISO 6333-2, suitable for industrial applications), Robust Construction (IEC 60034-5), High Current Draw (IEC 60034-28) | Strong power delivery for heavy-duty tasks, durable | Bulky design, high energy consumption, costly (▲Advanced versions may include thermal protection) |
Miniature DC Motors | Medical devices, toys, miniature robotics | Size ≤ 10mm (ISO 2768), Weight 5-50g (ISO 10360), ▲Low Power 0.1-1W (IEC 60034-2, uses 90% less power than standard motors) | Ultra-compact, lightweight, energy-efficient | Limited torque (▲Advanced versions may use neodymium magnets), delicate construction |