Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] beginner needs help with flashcut system/stepper motors

At 10:01 12/01/2003 +0000, you wrote:

>Hello Everyone.
>can someone help please? I have bought the flashcut 3.5amp
>microstepping drive and software. I would like to put larger motors
>onto my mill but am not sure how large I can go. I would like to buy
>the Motors in the uk as I live there so this would cut out the
>postage and import costs. I have seen some size 34 motors at Alzanti
>http://www.alzanti.com but all the size 34motors on the stock list
>are rated 4a/ph.
>can anyone share their experience please, does anyone run the
>flashcut 3.5 amp microstepping drive, If so,would you mind telling me
>which motors are the best to use.
>Thanks in advance.
>Graham.

The difference between 3.5A and 4A is relatively insignificant; the motors
should work OK at 3.5A. You will only lose out on torque at low speeds, and
then you are only losing about 12.5%.


Regards,
Tony