How do I choose the right stepper motor for my DIY 3D printer?

[Farahani]

Hi everyone! I'm building a DIY 3D printer and would like to purchase a stepper motor online from skysmotor.co.uk. I'd like to know which model (e.g., NEMA 17) you recommend for the X/Y/Z axes? Are they pre-wired or individually wired? Also, how can I check compatibility with Arduino/RAMPS-type development boards? Any tips would be greatly appreciated!

 

[V8Druid]

Hi everyone! I'm building a DIY 3D printer and would like to purchase a stepper motor online from skysmotor.co.uk. I'd like to know which model (e.g., NEMA 17) you recommend for the X/Y/Z axes? Are they pre-wired or individually wired? Also, how can I check compatibility with Arduino/RAMPS-type development boards? Any tips would be greatly appreciated!

" Cry havoc and let slip the dogs of war " ........ RORY-- @JD450A

 

[Lancs Lad]

Hi everyone! I'm building a DIY 3D printer and would like to purchase a stepper motor online from skysmotor.co.uk. I'd like to know which model (e.g., NEMA 17) you recommend for the X/Y/Z axes? Are they pre-wired or individually wired? Also, how can I check compatibility with Arduino/RAMPS-type development boards? Any tips would be greatly appreciated!

I'd normally go with a CAT C175 or a 3408. Both should have enough power for you

 

[DaveDCB]

Thought this was on about step mothers for a moment….

 

[JD450A]

I would not recommend skysmotor.co.uk, I found there motors utterly unreliable and inaccurate. The control is poor and results in poor outcomes depending on application.