Calculating Stepper Motor Power? Strength?

[antsals]

I'm after a little help understanding how I should select the correct stepper or servo motor based on the required power / speed and the application.

I know drive should also be considered e.g. ball screw, rack and pinion etc.

I'm after the understanding of the process I should go through to ensure I select the correct type of drive.

Cheers
Ant

[audioandy]

Hi Ant

A good start to the basics is here.

http://www.geckodrive.com/ark-2/support.html

Hope it helps

Andy

[Jonathan]

This should help:

http://www.mycncuk.com/forums/showthread.php/1524-What-size-stepper-motor-do-I-need.