Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Another EMC setup question

Terry,
Your motor steps/rev * leadscrew revs/unit length * full step (1) or 1/2 step (2).
If there is any reduction via pulleys or gearbox multiply by that factor.
Exp: for a 200 step/rev motor * 20tpi screw = 8000 in 1/2 step mode.
OK?
Rich D.

Terry Toddy wrote:

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> Where do you set the number of steps per unit length of travel for a
> stepper system?
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