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  1. #1
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    STEPPER v/s SERVO

    I am going to retrofit my Gorton vertical milling machine to CNC. Which motor I should select "Servo or stepper" cost will be a major criteria.

  2. #2
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    Stepper will be far cheaper, but you can achieve far better accuracy and speed with a servo system.
    Motion Control Products Ltd
    www.motioncontrolproducts.co.uk

  3. #3
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    There is a FAQ section of the "Zone.

    Go there and look for the "stepper versus servo" FAQ's. There is a LONG, very well detailed explanation regarding your inquiry.

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