Re: MircoStepping Drive Which One?

--- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com, Luke1027 <luke1027@p...> wrote:

>
> Hello,
>
> I am looking for a Bipolar Drive to drive four
> stepper motors for a Plasma cutter. I would like it
> to have Microstepper. I have found the Xylotex
> XS-3525/8S-4 for $175.00, from the
> little I know about drives, would be the best for
> the money. Would you please share some other drives
> being use that may offer some advanage over this drive?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Luke*
> *

They are both good drives, but the Gecko's will allow you a higher
voltage to drive your motors. If you can get by with 28vdc the
Xylotex would work. If you need more (up to 80vdc) the Gecko's would
be worth looking at. The Gecko's will cost a bit more. I have a
Xylotex and can get 40ipm rapids on a Taig mill with 28vdc power
supply and 258 oz-in steppers and Mach2.

Monte