Granite Devices
ActiveOverview
Granite Devices is a Finnish company specializing in servo and stepping motor drives for industrial applications, automation, robotics, CNC, and simulation. It develops miniature servo drives like IONI and custom embeddable solutions, while its Simucube brand targets professional sim racing with high-end direct drive torque motors and force feedback systems.136
History
Granite Devices was established in 2006 or 2007 in Finland as a servo and stepping motor drive design and manufacturing company.23 The company built expertise in industrial motor controls, leading to a spinoff into sim racing products under the Simucube brand for professional force feedback systems.13 It continues to focus on high-performance motor drives and simulator hardware.17
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| IONI Servo Drives | Miniature industrial servo motor drives | $150 - $800 |
| Simucube Direct Drive Systems | Professional sim racing steering wheels | $1,000 - $3,000 |
| Custom Embedded Drives | OEM-licensed motor control solutions | $200 - $1,500 |
| Stepping Motor Drives | Automation and CNC applications | $100 - $500 |
Manufacturing
Products are designed and manufactured in Finland at its Tampere headquarters.23 The company handles in-house development of servo and stepping motor drives for industrial and simulation uses.16
Notable Products
- IONI - Compact servo motor drive for industrial automation and OEM integration.
- Simucube Steering Wheel - High-end direct drive force feedback system for professional sim racing.
- Simucube Torque Motors - Industrial-grade motors used in esports and simulator setups.
- Revonte e-bike Drive - Custom embeddable motor drive licensed for electric bikes.
Reputation
Granite Devices is recognized among sim racing enthusiasts and professionals for Simucube's industrial-grade direct drive systems, praised for precision, power, and reliability.13 Its motor control technology is valued in automation for performance and customizability.46 Some note high pricing as a barrier for casual users, though pros appreciate the uncompromising quality.3