TRONDHEIM, Norway - April 16, 2025 - Alva Industries (Alva), a manufacturer of frameless motors and owner and creator of FiberPrinting technology, has expanded its SlimTorq series of slotless frameless motors with new diameters; 25mm, 85mm and 160mm size variants expanding its versatility across an even broader range of precision applications. ALVA has also introduced a new 3-phase Hall-effect sensor option, available across the entire SlimTorq lineup. These sensors feature open-drain output, a built-in 1.2kΩ pull-up resistor, and 5VDC supply voltage, enabling reliable and straightforward integration for applications requiring commutation or simple speed and position feedback.
SlimTorq is the thinnest and lightest torque motor range available on the market ideal for high-precision and high-speed applications on land, sea, air and space. SlimTorq motors are manufactured by Alva’s revolutionary FiberPrinting technology which enables ironless and slotless motor windings with up to 60% copper fill factor, setting a new standard in precision, torque density and adaptability. Applications for SlimTorq motors include:
- High Precision Gimbals
- Medical Devices & Surgical Robots
- Defense & SatCom
- Light Robotics
- Marine Propulsion
- Metrology
- Semiconductor
“FiberPrinting allows us to break through the limitations of conventional motor manufacturing,” said Nicolas Giraudo, chief commercial officer at ALVA Industries . “With SlimTorq, our customers benefit from a unique combination of slim design, high torque density, linearity and scalability - all while reducing weight and optimizing heat dissipation.”