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  • CNC closed loop stepper motors aka hybrid stepper motors. How are they different from stepper motors used in most hobby CNC applications and 3D printers?
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  • @MakingStuff
    @MakingStuff  5 років тому +9

    What would you do with a single NEMA34 Closed Loop Stepper? Leave a comment and let me know. Thanks for watching!

    • @youngswoops
      @youngswoops 5 років тому +1

      Quick question I’m looking to build a mpcnc or a low rider Cnc. Could I replace the typical open steppers for the closed ones on these machines?

    • @azyfloof
      @azyfloof 5 років тому +13

      Electronic indexing rotary table for a mill or CNC. Something that big will have plenty of holding torque for a lathe chuck, and the feedback will make it very reliable.
      Use it for hobbing gears, drilling holes etc etc

    • @elilco
      @elilco 5 років тому +2

      if you only have one motor how about a tapping machine?

    • @AERuffy
      @AERuffy 5 років тому +1

      @@youngswoops It's not designed for it, but yes you could. the electronics setup would be up to you

    • @tenlittleindians
      @tenlittleindians 5 років тому +4

      How about a auto pilot for a boat? Hook it to the rudder on a sailboat and let it plot GPS coordinates to get you from point a to point b.
      If you had two units I'd suggest lathe control.

  • @sGeforce
    @sGeforce 4 роки тому +3

    absolutely amazing introduction to closed loop stepper motors. Thanks.

  • @engineeredaf1920
    @engineeredaf1920 3 роки тому +5

    i'm working on a parts list for a cnc router and i'm planning to use closed loop nema 23's. this video was very helpful in understanding how they work. thanks a lot for posting

    • @MakingStuff
      @MakingStuff  3 роки тому +1

      Glad it helped

    • @mattivirta
      @mattivirta 7 місяців тому

      basic need mesa card controll all input/output,old paraller port not handle many input. then need lot expensive motor drivers, and then steppers whit encoder lot expensive than normal motors. lot waste money.

  • @TheArabianHunter
    @TheArabianHunter 3 роки тому +1

    I was shoping for stepper motors and came across the term "closed loop" I was not sure what a closed loop stepper motor is untill I watched this video. very well explained
    thanks

  • @canadianavenger
    @canadianavenger 5 років тому +4

    Just to correct some terminology. A "Hybrid Stepper Motor" has noting to do with being closed loop, it is a type of stepper that is effectively a cross between a "Permanent Magnet Stepper Motor", and a "Variable Reluctance Stepper Motor". Hybrid Steppers are the type that most people are probably familiar with.
    Adding a feedback (AKA closing the loop) effectively turns any motor into a servo motor / system. While servos are typically made with BLDC motors, they need not be. A servo motor is just a motor with a feedback mechanism. Hobby servos used in the RC world are typically brushed DC motors with a potentiometer used for positional feedback.

  • @wolfitirol8347
    @wolfitirol8347 5 років тому +4

    Build the 4/5th axis with it that's a perfect use 👍😁

  • @haenselundgretel654
    @haenselundgretel654 4 роки тому +3

    WOW!
    That's extremely well explained.
    Cheers Mate!

  • @shingabiss
    @shingabiss 3 місяці тому

    I built a PCB mill back in 1998 with steppers with encoders. I wrote the control software in VB6 and after each move, I had the code check the encoders and make minor positional corrections. If a deviation was over a certain valut it would halt the machine. It's cool to see this hybrid with the encoder and intelligence on the hardware level. Thanks.

  • @jamesbarratt593
    @jamesbarratt593 4 роки тому

    Nema 23 is fine for plasma I believe. I want to build a dual table though. Plamsa and cnc milling machine. So the power to drive the spindle whilst its carving steel is nevessary.

  • @fasousa4798
    @fasousa4798 5 років тому

    Very interesting. Thank you for your time

  • @danimal_1814
    @danimal_1814 3 роки тому

    GREAT video ... thanx !!

  • @Stoney3K
    @Stoney3K 5 років тому +5

    "Stepper motors" are actually just many-poled synchronous motors which can be driven like regular synchronous motors as well. The only difference is that they don't have an encoder built in, so you can run them in closed loop if you put an encoder on the output shaft. The big drawback is that most cheap controllers (like the RAMPS-based ones) don't allow for any encoder connections, so you need more sophisticated controllers to make that work.
    Also, synchronous motors can be run closed loop with a method called sensorless back-EMF sensing, which would also work on regular stepper motors. The idea is that the controller will monitor the undriven poles of the motor to see if there is any induced voltage and if there is, it means the motor shaft has moved, so the controller can adjust accordingly (or conversely, check if there is any movement on the undriven poles and re-try when that doesn't happen while it should.)

  • @umargul5644
    @umargul5644 4 роки тому

    Well done sir keep going

  • @aaqilkhan
    @aaqilkhan 2 роки тому +3

    Good video. Just a clarification - the encoder doesn't tell the controller that it missed some steps. It merely reports the shaft angular position to the controller and the controller makes the determination about the error in position and makes an adjustment using some kind of closed-loop control algorithm such as PID.

    • @furkancihangir164
      @furkancihangir164 7 місяців тому

      Great point, thanks for it. That was what i was looking for.
      Just a question, If pid or some kind of controller involved in Hybrid servo driver, where can i see the PID parameters, or can i change these PID parameters with the sofware ?

  • @quallyratchetman
    @quallyratchetman 5 років тому

    Trinamic TMC2130 drivers have most of the closed loop advantages, but are still open loop. But I think the TMC2130 Drivers are linited to NEMA17.

  • @visvivacnckenya1620
    @visvivacnckenya1620 5 років тому

    You can do this to normal stepper motor just add an encoder..for the driver thats the tricky part..but i think it samples feedback and looks for error..incase of error it rectifies

  • @JaapGrootveld
    @JaapGrootveld 8 місяців тому

    Tanks very useful.

  • @ivangutowski-smith5590
    @ivangutowski-smith5590 8 місяців тому

    that is damn impressive !

  • @mfx1
    @mfx1 3 роки тому

    Normal stepper drivers set the current as well, the reason hybrids run cooler is they don't need to assume they'll be under full load when not turning, normal steppers have to be held at full current to brake them, with an encoder the current can be reduced until the point the encoder says WHOA! the motor is moving, at that point the controller can ramp the current back up to just enough to hold it in position so the brake current in most cases is far lower for a hybrid stepper, if a hybrid stepper is under full load it'll get just as hot as any other stepper.

  • @jatindermadan
    @jatindermadan 3 роки тому

    Very well explained

  • @georgef1176
    @georgef1176 Рік тому

    Very informative thank you!

  • @dozog
    @dozog 5 років тому

    Making stuff up!

  • @TurboPotato
    @TurboPotato 5 років тому

    good info

  • @buyme1cnc
    @buyme1cnc 3 роки тому

    Your explanations was very clear, tha nks👍👍👍👍👍

  • @erwinz5926
    @erwinz5926 3 роки тому

    this saves me sooo much time and try and error... and finding the stuff only to find out.. that this is a nice feature- for robots or so. but not for my small 23er setting.
    🕉 thx and over and out.

  • @joeprints9176
    @joeprints9176 5 років тому +1

    Depending on what stepper driver you have for the open-loop steppers... you can...to some degree... know when you have lost steps- like a TMC2130 with StallGuard2. It does not know how many steps were lost, but does re-home and continue.

  • @arjundas708
    @arjundas708 3 роки тому

    Very helpful stuff sir thank you very much

  • @Mtaalas
    @Mtaalas 4 роки тому +3

    There are limitations to hybrid systems, like quite limited RPM under load. If you need a motor that can be run with large RPM, lots of power and can also be moved accurately like a stepper, you need AC-servo motor which is VFD driven AC motor with optical feedback.
    They are the real workhorses of any CNC where they can be used for everything including high speed spindle motors, that can also move in sync with other axes of the machine with very low RPM's but can push out kilowatts of power. :)

  • @maiknakas
    @maiknakas 3 роки тому +1

    Dear friend, I saw your video and thank you, you were very understanding and finally the closed loop is the new technology
    I wanted to ask you something very interesting because I do not use CNC technology only for movement in my machines lathe mill, etc., I can drive the engine with these new machines as I do with the simple steppers with pulse generator thank you very much .

  • @CountryAireDesign
    @CountryAireDesign 5 років тому +1

    Awesome video man this really helps me because I didn't you could program the controllers for these, I've got a set of nema23's running on my CNC now and I'm finding they are too sensitive and go into alarm mode too early.

    • @MakingStuff
      @MakingStuff  5 років тому

      They cable is hard to find, but yes they are programmable. Thanks for watching!

  • @evgenyivakhnik7344
    @evgenyivakhnik7344 4 роки тому

    Hello, nice explanation. What about an optical scale? Is tandem of simple stepper and scale will work same way for mill? I mean adding steps to keep instrument in exact position?

  • @tonicztutoriales7367
    @tonicztutoriales7367 4 роки тому

    Frank, consult, I have 3.2 amp stepper motors as I can regulate the current output with this hybrid controller. And by default with how many micropasses this hybrid controller comes. Thank you for your support.

  • @TheVictoroftheDIY
    @TheVictoroftheDIY 5 років тому +6

    I’d build an electronic lead screw for my metal lathe.

  • @Nickporter17
    @Nickporter17 4 роки тому

    Thank you

  • @RobMitshi
    @RobMitshi 4 роки тому +1

    Love your cat

  • @AhmedMohammed-kz6ej
    @AhmedMohammed-kz6ej 3 роки тому

    I would use it for my robotic arm project

  • @Iamtherodlight1453.
    @Iamtherodlight1453. 17 днів тому

    Thank you sir.

  • @jaimevillada9150
    @jaimevillada9150 4 роки тому

    Kind regards from Colombia.
    Thanks for sharing.
    Could you tell me what the SW6 is for or what its function is.
    Thank you in advance for your valuable time and sensible response.
    Health blessings.

  • @BushImports
    @BushImports 5 років тому

    I like the looks of the size of that larger stepper motor, those others look like they would be wimpy on power but I have not gotten a machine built yet to know. I'll see if I can think of something worthwhile you can do with that one.

  • @tawficyakubu5116
    @tawficyakubu5116 3 роки тому

    I like your good work

  • @keithsogge
    @keithsogge 5 років тому +4

    A forth axis setup might be a good use of this kind of motor.

    • @bulletproofpepper2
      @bulletproofpepper2 5 років тому

      Keith Sogge yes I like you comment this exactly what it needs to be a fourth axis setup.

  • @georgecole8594
    @georgecole8594 2 роки тому

    I have that same motor. I would use it as a 4th Axis. Mount a small chuck directly to it.

  • @brandonedwards7166
    @brandonedwards7166 4 роки тому

    I think that rs232 port is a standard cisco cable. should be easy enough to find one locally.

  • @tomthumb3085
    @tomthumb3085 4 роки тому

    Hi Bob. Another great video, thanks. Aren’t you able to replace any of the other motors on the plasma table with this one. And then perhaps make new motor mounting plates at your leisure.

    • @MakingStuff
      @MakingStuff  4 роки тому

      I am planning on using motors like these in an upcoming project. But, Yes I could make new motor plates on the plasma table.

  • @ContractCAD
    @ContractCAD 3 роки тому +1

    @13:29 That free swinging vice grip shows me that a counter balance on my Z axis is a very real requirement and not an option!
    Very informative video. Thank you.
    Use for a single motor? Pump up the amps and make an arm-wrestling robot - get it to error state to win. Oh yeah, small disclaimer.. it will break bones so you might want to consult a lawyer before taking it to the local school fete.. :)

  • @furkancihangir164
    @furkancihangir164 7 місяців тому

    Great video and explanation. Thanks for it.
    Just a question, is PID or some kind of controller involved in the Hybrid Servo Driver ? If so, where can i see the PID parameters, or can i change these PID parameters with the sofware ?

  • @mosfet500
    @mosfet500 5 років тому

    Change the spindle motor on my smaller CNC lathe to do accurate threading

  • @76dmyers
    @76dmyers 4 роки тому

    You should build a rotary axis for the plasma table using the big 34.

  • @Waadee101
    @Waadee101 7 місяців тому

    Hi, great video. I was planning to make a camera slider sort of thing but for the old big 29 inches CRT TVs. What combination of a motor and micro-controller should I choose? I want the slide to be silent while moving and move slowly. Thanks !

  • @olufemisotunde3868
    @olufemisotunde3868 10 місяців тому

    Hello can u explain how to invert the direction of the motor so that 2 motors can be on the same axis using NEMA 34 and hsb860h driver. I mean detail wiring

  • @azelbane87
    @azelbane87 Рік тому

    Magnificent 👌🏽👍🏽👌🏽👏🏿👏🏿🔥👍🏽👌🏽👏🏿

  • @martinjones7097
    @martinjones7097 3 роки тому

    hi with the closed loop stepper motor to go on a plasma cuter you will have to put the driver box next to the motor or could you extend the cable to your main electrical box ?????

  • @trialnterror
    @trialnterror 4 роки тому

    I need to buy 3 nema 34 closed loop steppers. I want to hook them to the centroid acorn board

  • @skyeparker5822
    @skyeparker5822 Рік тому

    I am thinking about using these to rotate the steering forks on a ridable robot. Do you think this setup could be executed reliably? Or do they have errors a lot?

  • @tawandamutoti4145
    @tawandamutoti4145 2 роки тому

    Hie man I just received my stepper motor just like yours in this video I'd like to ask about the feedback signal connection to the plc I'm usind a dvp20sx2 delta model plc

  • @ameenibrahim7519
    @ameenibrahim7519 4 роки тому +1

    which one is best for making a CNC milling machine , servo motor or closed loop ??? because I do not see any difference between them please can you make me deiced because I want to build one and I am confused with that.

  • @Levisgil47
    @Levisgil47 4 роки тому

    Hello,
    Can we use servo motors with the duet boards?
    Thanks

  • @usui8893
    @usui8893 4 роки тому +1

    I have a NEMA24 HYBRID SERVO SET 33KG-CM W/T 80V 7AMP DRIVE RS485 MODBUS COMM. I want to run the motor and control it specifically using an Arduino board but when I give the connections it is not running. My connections go from an SMPS to the two-phase servo drive. the encoder wire from the motor is connected to the drive and the same with the motor terminals. But the motor is not running when I try it like this. Please if possible could you help me out a bit.

  • @ukaszswiadkowski8202
    @ukaszswiadkowski8202 3 роки тому

    Hi. I'm changing my stepper motors for hybrid. I'm wondering about the pulse per revolution. Is it the same as normal step per revolution? On one stepper i have 64.147 step per rev. Should i set the same pulę per rev. ? Thank you

  • @kentharris7427
    @kentharris7427 2 роки тому

    I'm assuming you can step this motor using an Ardunio controller. I just ordered this motor along with a CL86T stepper driver and 48 volt 10 amp power supply. I am making a soda can crusher using this motor. I tried using a NEMA 23 stepper motor and having problems with it stepping back to zero because of slippage.

  • @Quantalume
    @Quantalume 5 років тому +1

    Correct me if I'm wrong, but I think those are actually servo motors which are made to operate like steppers by the controller. Servos are definitely superior, but controller cost has been a limiting factor in the past.

    • @fuzzy1dk
      @fuzzy1dk 5 років тому

      it is a stepper with a servo controller, they have more torque but can't run as fast as "real" servo motors

    • @MakingStuff
      @MakingStuff  5 років тому

      Lasse Langwadt Christensen It's also not as quite as a servo motor.

  • @gildadiaz5079
    @gildadiaz5079 6 місяців тому

    I encounter in bungard cnc if the machine is running sometimes z axis is going deep more than my set up

  • @Tuffenough4u
    @Tuffenough4u 3 роки тому +11

    I want to know what you did with the tuning software once you got the cable. That is what I want to see. Literally no one has posted anything about tuning and results delivered afterwards. PLEASE POST A VIDEO ABOUT THIS!

    • @chronokoks
      @chronokoks 2 роки тому +1

      most people defo failed at it and the machine moves in weird arcs :) closed loop systems tuning takes a lot of time

    • @Robinlarsson83
      @Robinlarsson83 Рік тому

      ​@@chronokoksno it doesn't :) servo system takes a lot of tuning and they are always closed loop (can't work otherwise).
      But a closer loop stepper system doesn't require any tuning to function (just the same or even fewer settings as compared to an open loop stepper).
      Closed loop steppers are always stable, they are steppers and not servos after all.

  • @the_rolling_jedidavidsherm583
    @the_rolling_jedidavidsherm583 4 роки тому

    I have the same HBS 57 on the same side as the dipswitches are 3 pin serial connector for configuring the driver and there is supposed to have corresponding software. can you please tell me the pinout of the 3 pin serial and a link to the proper software? I have looked everywhere with no luck!?!??

  • @666Azmodan666
    @666Azmodan666 9 місяців тому

    so if it has an error and doesn't hold its position, when I mount it on the Z axis, will the spindle drop?

  • @mrkattm
    @mrkattm 4 роки тому +1

    you have some real skills. I can tell that you do not have any formal training in this area but if you did you would be a real force to be reckoned with.

  • @hamidfazli5184
    @hamidfazli5184 3 роки тому

    Hi Mate,
    I am going to carry a steel pallet (overall weight of 700 kg) over rollers with 2 stepper motors on each sides, do you reckon "Nema 42 CNC Stepper Motor Bipolar 30Nm" is enough for this application?

  • @OOniiin_junnel
    @OOniiin_junnel 2 роки тому

    Hi. I ran out of 18 AWG stranded wires for the motor A+ A- B+ B- connections. Instead, I used 14 AWG stranded wires for it. Is it okay? Thanks for the reply!

  • @transient0126
    @transient0126 4 роки тому

    So what is pulses per rev actually doing? Say you set it to 800 pulses per rev...what does the motor do if you only send 799 pulses? Does it define the angular resolution. So for 800 you have an angular resolution of 360/800? Thanks

  • @paulwyleciol3459
    @paulwyleciol3459 5 років тому +2

    06:54 I live for the moment you get this cable and make a video, because I decided to do this cnc-project for school ... have to do some fifty pages of documentation ... and I'm just welding the mounts for the ball bearings now - and everything should be ready in two months :-/

  • @caoandonguyen849
    @caoandonguyen849 3 роки тому

    i wanna use nema 23 closed loop stepper motor to build a robot using arduino with ramp 1.4. Is that possible for servo driver connected to ramp 1.4. Im looking for your answer! thank you

  • @TheRainHarvester
    @TheRainHarvester 5 років тому

    The alarm could stop my GRBL machine, but it would be tricky to recover and start again at the same xyz location to continue.

    • @javaidguddu4808
      @javaidguddu4808 5 років тому

      How u do this

    • @RobMitshi
      @RobMitshi 4 роки тому

      if it triggers the alarm ur part is already ruined, point is to save the bits and time

  • @minasianjohn
    @minasianjohn 3 роки тому

    I saw a guy using a stepper motor to power feed his mill on the X axis.

  • @davestake44
    @davestake44 3 роки тому

    Great video , I am going to try upgrading and older CNC machine , after watching your video I will be checking out the closed loop set up sounds like it might be what I need . Do you think a NEMA 23 would work , anyway thanks for the great info .

    • @MakingStuff
      @MakingStuff  3 роки тому

      It just depends on the application.

  • @elsunshine9976
    @elsunshine9976 4 роки тому

    What would it the point of using a servo now if we have this?

  • @MrJuanmartinjournade
    @MrJuanmartinjournade 4 роки тому

    Hi, what's the max torque and speed un DC mode?

  • @dejayrezme8617
    @dejayrezme8617 5 років тому +2

    Build a comfy armchair with it that can adjust itself with a button!

  • @johannriedlberger4390
    @johannriedlberger4390 4 роки тому

    I would try to use it as spindle motor for a mini lathe. It should have huge torque at low speed. It is able to positioning for tool post drilling. Tapping should be great.

  • @elilco
    @elilco 5 років тому

    Let's build a CNC router. i actually have a 6'x4'x5" marble that i was thinking to turn to a router. i sometimes need to machine big plates and i always have that problem. if you want i can post pictures.

  • @rallymax2
    @rallymax2 4 роки тому

    Are there bigger ones? I couldn’t find any quickly. Thanks for making me aware of these,

    • @MakingStuff
      @MakingStuff  4 роки тому

      www.banggood.com/custlink/KmmDz9D4h8

    • @rallymax2
      @rallymax2 4 роки тому

      Making Stuff thx!

  • @stevemaskal5933
    @stevemaskal5933 Рік тому

    What size cat did you use for this video?

  • @parthagogoi1365
    @parthagogoi1365 5 років тому

    Could you please show how to use the nema 34 as cnc spindle?

    • @MakingStuff
      @MakingStuff  5 років тому

      Wouldn't make a good spindle.

  • @Allan-mf1he
    @Allan-mf1he 5 років тому

    Hey thanks for this, Yes please as much info you can give. Would love 3 or 4 of those.

    • @MakingStuff
      @MakingStuff  5 років тому +1

      I'd love to have 3 more of them too:) Thanks for watching!

    • @Allan-mf1he
      @Allan-mf1he 5 років тому

      They are almost 3 times the cost to get them here where i am at 3 would cost like $1100!@@MakingStuff

  • @francoisdepannage7432
    @francoisdepannage7432 5 років тому

    Hi !
    How to get out from the alarm mode ?
    give it a pulse on the enable pins ?

    • @MakingStuff
      @MakingStuff  5 років тому

      That's a good question. I was just killing the power to reset it on the video.

  • @hikolanikola8775
    @hikolanikola8775 7 місяців тому

    why is it drawing only 1.3 amps at stall? shouldnt it be more? thats only about 45 watts ?

  • @PAK_MARINE
    @PAK_MARINE 4 роки тому

    I need high torque stepper motor and high speed? From where I get this motor

  • @billsmith5166
    @billsmith5166 4 роки тому

    More!

  • @DraziKai
    @DraziKai 3 роки тому

    ok... I don't know if you installed the hybrid yet but if you did, I have a few questions.
    1. did the hybrid upgrade talk to your mach3 or your pc software and change your x.y. movements on your accordingly?
    2. would a mpg pendant work with this setup? if so would it talk to your pc and change your x.y. movements accordingly?
    3. what is the cost for the upgrade from your setup? I believe we are gonna be using the same size of motors (for my Bridgeport upgrade motor replacement)
    thx for the video.. it was very informative for me.

    • @MakingStuff
      @MakingStuff  3 роки тому

      Can't answer 1 & 2. Answer to #3 is here www.makingstuff.info/Projects/CNC_Plasma_Update

  • @robertconklin3322
    @robertconklin3322 2 роки тому +1

    I think technically the absolute encoder or position resolver in a closed loop stepper cannot and does not communicate anything but position to the controlling software. It is up to external software to determine if the motor's shaft position is out of step or bounds.

    • @kevin00861
      @kevin00861 2 роки тому

      i totally agree with you,
      per design and specs. the Absolute encoder never provide feedback signal of speed, distance, or velocity, it's only used to provide feedback signal with position either Angular position in rotary encoders or linear position in linear encoders

  • @kevinmoriarity1285
    @kevinmoriarity1285 5 років тому +3

    if it was me I would replace a duel y system with the bigger motor and an axle to keep it straight

    • @laserfalcon
      @laserfalcon 4 роки тому

      Whats best way to keep both axles in sync?

  • @cboyce93
    @cboyce93 3 роки тому

    Any chance of going into detail about the electronics, specifically going through the Mesa 7I96 and Linux CNC setup?

    • @MakingStuff
      @MakingStuff  3 роки тому +1

      Maybe. I've had a lot of requests for this.

    • @mattivirta
      @mattivirta 7 місяців тому

      normal used mesa card and linuxcnc support have better than all others.

  • @cpticsbalu5904
    @cpticsbalu5904 4 роки тому

    Dear sir, your video is nice of demonstrate of stepper motor and drive, we are the utm machine manufacturers, we fabricat universol testing machine s, we are planning to use big size stepper motor (nema 34/ 56 ) to our utm machine, our machine maximum capacity is 1000 kg. In up and down direction, our Machine verible speed from 12.5 mm/ minute to 500 mm/ min, for more torcke we are planning to attache a speed reduction warm gear box,
    For our project please suggest which stepper motor and drive is suitable.
    Hope you can respond.

  • @jims11762
    @jims11762 3 роки тому +1

    I wonder what the difference in price is between these stepper motors and a clear path servo motor? Great video.

    • @MakingStuff
      @MakingStuff  3 роки тому

      I think the clear path is more expensive.

  • @MrIonutz2008
    @MrIonutz2008 4 роки тому

    Have you got any experience with the G540 Geckodrive ? What would you recommend for a stable system Geckodrive or chinese closed loop kits ? I am about to make an upgrade and it's hard to take decision.
    Thank you.

    • @MakingStuff
      @MakingStuff  4 роки тому

      I'm not familiar with the Geckodrive. The closed loop motor works well but is nema34 which is too big for my plasma table. I have not had any issues with the open loop drivers on the plasma because the torch does not touch the workpiece like a CNC router would.

  • @ianide2480
    @ianide2480 5 років тому

    Check out uStepper. It actually watches the rotation of a stepper motor (using a magnet) and will compensate for missed steps. Works with Nema 17 and 23 stepper motors. I've been considering getting 2 of them, one each for X and Y motors on my 3D printer.

  • @steveu235
    @steveu235 4 роки тому

    I'm in the process of making a cnc plasma table, Can i have closed loop on one axis and open loop on another axis or do they need to be all the same

    • @MakingStuff
      @MakingStuff  4 роки тому

      I don't think it matters if you mix and match.

  • @Evoheizer123
    @Evoheizer123 4 роки тому +2

    I like yout cat in the basket ;)

    • @MakingStuff
      @MakingStuff  4 роки тому +1

      That's Angel. She doesn't like to get up on the work bench, etc. If she did I would have her in more videos.

  • @kwstasmp
    @kwstasmp 4 роки тому

    I want to build a cnc plasma like yours with closed loop steppers .can you please tell me witch breakout board can work with this in cnc plasma?

    • @MakingStuff
      @MakingStuff  4 роки тому

      I really like the Mesa 7i96 board. It has enough i/o for all the electronics and the THC.

  • @hinrigardehes3253
    @hinrigardehes3253 3 роки тому

    Hello, is it necessary to use the RS 232 cable for the safety of the CNC machine to work with the Mach3 program or is it only used to show the values? Please help and thank you very much

    • @MakingStuff
      @MakingStuff  3 роки тому

      I don't use Mach 3 so I don't know.

  • @dalegregg8455
    @dalegregg8455 3 роки тому

    if your going to upgrade use clearpath motors then get rid of the motor controllers