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  1. 12-06-2018, 06:29 AM #1
    cncfoamshaper
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    NEMA 34

    Quick question for anyone with experience on nema 34 steppers....Can I run a 34 on the same driver and control board (in theory anyway) that I've been running my 23's on ?
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  2. 12-06-2018, 06:55 AM #2
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    Re: NEMA 34

    Control board, no problem. If the output of your existing drive is compatible with the rated current of the NEMA 34 motors then no problem.
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  3. 12-13-2018, 11:53 PM #3
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    Re: NEMA 34

    thanks
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  4. 12-16-2018, 11:01 AM #4
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    Re: NEMA 34

    Yes, I do that (use controllers originally purchased for NEMA 23's with NEMA 34's on the one machine) I did look hard at the current consumption though!
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  5. 12-27-2018, 03:54 PM #5
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    Re: NEMA 34

    As others mentioned, control board will be fine, but if your driver is sized for a NEMA 23, it probably will not be ideal for a NEMA 34 motor. Most are rated for higher current and have higher inductance, so need higher voltage to run well at higher RPM's.
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