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  1. 03-23-2011, 05:55 PM #1
    tkms002
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    dual x axis stepper question

    If I want to use 2 x axis steppers what do I have to do that is different electrically and electronically than a singe stepper set up?
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  2. 03-23-2011, 09:37 PM #2
    ger21
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    Use two drives, two motors, and slave them in software. Each motor needs it's own step and direction signals, so you'll need 4 output pins for the X axis.
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