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Boston, MA, June 30, 2022

**MDS (Motor Drive System): A New Standard in Integrated VFD Motor Drive Technology**

MDS ([Motor Drive System](https://www.mechatronicssystems.com/products/mds)) is our **new family of AC brushless motor and drive electronics**, available in NEMA 56C and IEC 80 B14. Designed to meet the increasing demand for **compact, high-performance motion control**, MDS offers a **fully integrated VFD motor drive** solution, eliminating the need for separate inverters and external wiring.

**Mechatronics Systems** developed the MDS family to address the need for **smaller machine footprints, reduced wiring complexity, and superior performance** compared to traditional AC induction or DC permanent magnet variable speed drives.

MDS **combines a high-performance motor and drive** into a single compact package, significantly reducing space requirements while delivering **better efficiency and torque output** than AC induction or DC brush motors of the same power rating.

Unlike traditional AC induction motor and variable speed inverter setups, MDS is far **more energy-efficient** and provides **full torque even at low speeds**, offering **servo-like performance** in demanding applications.

MDS is the **ideal replacement** for **DC brush motors and AC induction motors**, delivering all the **performance benefits of brush motors** without the drawbacks of brush wear, size limitations, or speed restrictions.

The **integrated VFD motor drive** technology in MDS makes it the perfect choice for **variable speed DC and AC induction motor applications**. Whether upgrading existing systems or designing new machines, MDS provides:  
✔ **Compact footprint** for space savings  
✔ **Simplified wiring** for easy integration  
✔ **High torque and energy efficiency**  
✔ **Excellent low-speed velocity control**

MDS is the **preferred solution** for a wide range of applications, including:

- Smart conveyors
- Robotic vehicles
- Centrifuges
- Metering pumps
- Mixers
- Linear actuators
- Small power CNC spindles
- Plastic molding machines
 
All our products are **designed and manufactured in the USA** at our factory in Boston, MA.

Upgrade your system today with **MDS, the next evolution in integrated VFD motor drive technology**!

Contact us at our [Inquiry and Quotes](http://www.mechatronicssystems.com/contact-us) page for pricing and delivery.