Re: Xylotex v gecko or HobbyCNC ?

--- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com, Les Newell <lesnewell@h...>
wrote:

> Hi Ed,
>
> Geckos can handle a higher supply voltage (80V max) and motor

current.

> Increasing the voltage increases the maximum speed of the motors

but

> also increases the motor heating. If the Xylotex drives do what you

want

> there is no real advantage to the Geckos.
>
> Les
>
> Ed wrote:
>
> >
> >Hi, has anyone used both stepper drivers? What are the advantages

of

> >the more expensive gecko? Im using xylotex now but am thinking of
> >upgrading, any input?
> >
> >Ed

Anybody compare these with the HobbyCNC board ?

It hits the 44 volt mark and 3 amps.

Dave