Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Suitable stepper for mini mill?

Hi, most steppers that are 5 volt 1 amp usually are 53 ounce-inch, good for
a small machine, metal cutting usually wants 180 oz-in or more. there is
more to this than just motor size but its a start. cul brian f.

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From: "Greg" <gregas@...>
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Sent: Thursday, December 04, 2003 7:05 PM
Subject: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Suitable stepper for mini mill?


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> Hi,
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> I'm just getting started so forgive the noob questions....
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> I was hoping if someone could tell me if the following motors would be
> too wimpy for a mini mill such as the seig/harbor
> freight/grizzly/micomark type.
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> Motor info:
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> Oriental Motor Co. Vexta # PH265-04-C9. 2-phase, 1.8 degree per step. 5
> VDC 1 Amp. 2.22" diameter x 2" long. 2.3" square mounting flange with 4
> holes on 1.85" centers. 0.25" diameter x 0.75" long shaft. 6 color-coded
> 24" leads.
>
> These are at All electronics for $15 each. I could not find them on the
> Oriental Motor web site
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> Does anybody know what torque these motors put out?
> What is the minimum torque to drive, X,Y,Z axis of a minimill?
> Does any one have any low-cost suggestions for stepper motors/ sources?
>
>
> Thanks in advance,
>
> Greg
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