Re: Question? UCN5804

> > > From: k00lmon <k00lmon@y...>
> > >
> > > I'm trying to learn how to operate a stepper motor by making my

own

> > > circuit. I have read through "The Robot Builder's Bonanza" by

Gordon

> > > McComb and found a circuit utilizing a UCN5804 IC to control a
> > > stepper motor. What I don't understand is that the circuit has
> > > resistor components that were indicated as 2 to 5 watts at 1K!

Where

> > > do I find 2 watts resistors? Is it easier for me to learn how to
> > > control a stepper motor by just buying a kit? Are there any

kits out

> > > there that teaches u the basics of controlling stepper motors

that

> > > anyone could recommend? Thanks for reading.

Radio shack used to carry 2 watt resistors but I see they are getting
away from components lately. Kind of sad... Should still be able to
buy them on the web site or through the catalog though. Or order
from Digi-Key, they are real good. I get small orders the next day
and free shipping. Hope this helps.


Ben Englund