Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Power enough?

meleschko wrote:

>Hi,
>
>I've come across a number of step motors with the following specs:
>100 oz/in holding torque
>200 steps per rev.
>1.65Vdc @ 4.7A
>
>Now, I would like to use these to convert my lathe (standard 9x20)
>and mill (WABECO 1200) to CNC. I fear that the 100oz/in is a little
>on the low side - can any of you enlighten me on this?
>
>

I used some 200 Oz-In size 34 motors on my Mini-Mill, and they were
more than adequate. I was able to run at 90 IPM with gecko 201A
drivers. This machine has a 16 TPI leadscrew, and I used a 1:1 belt
drive.

Jon