Quote Originally Posted by JW1977 View Post
Cheap to, but no stall detection.
Static current automatically halved. That’s interesting regarding to what m_c is describing below.
What are the benefits of them being able to run on AC?
The thought to go closed loop crossed my mind. I’ve only bought 3 steppers so far.
Using AC means you don't have to buy any caps or rectifier etc.
Manual here:- http://www.steppermotorcanada.ca/dm860h.pdf
I believe that stall detection only works above 300 rpm on the AM822.

I have three of these but not tested them yet but they look fine.