Stepmotor basics

Dec. 27, 2006
Learn about the basics of stepmotors, see the differences between two and five-phase technology, and more.

There are also online training videos as well as a number of common motion control applications demonstrated.The site breaks down each example side-by-side to demonstrate the benefits of each type of motor for the particular application. Finally, an applications section gives animated views of how motors work in each application. orientalmotor.com

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