Re: Xylotex v gecko or HobbyCNC ?

I think the difference in these 3 stepper controllers is first the
obvious, the voltage and current rating. Second i think only the
gecko has mid band stabilization. And third only the gecko has a
version of stepper control with half or full step in and micro
stepping out.

Wally



--- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com, "turbulatordude"
<dave_mucha@y...> wrote:

>
> --- 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