Stepper Motor for Leadscrew

Stepper Motor for Leadscrew

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6 November 2026 at 07:58 #873134
James A
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At some point, I am considering adding a stepper motor to the leadscrew of my Warco WM180, simply for the final light finishing cuts.

Is this motor likely to be powerful enough? I have no experience of these and rather like the fact that it appears to be a self-contained kit with all relevant components.Amazon Stepper Motor.

James.
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6 November 2026 at 08:42 #873140
Speedy Builder5
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I use a Nema 23, 4.2 amp on my BOXFORD lathe and although I have stalled it, I was probably asking too much of it and it is almost a safety feature. I would have thought that there is plenty of power in that setup for your lathe. If in the future you wanted an Electronic Leadscrew, you would be half way there. I installed an ELS and have never looked back – its a game changer as far as I am concerned.

The Boxford has a combined leadscrew/feedscrew . For turning, I prefer the feed option so that the half nut wear is reduced. This also allows for power cross feed.

Bob
6 November 2026 at 08:59 #873143
Bo’sun
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Morning James,

Have a look at “Ades Workshop” Youtube channel, he’s done exactly this (albeit not with that kit) on his WM180. He’s also done a few other modifications that might be of use to you.
6 November 2026 at 09:31 #873154
John Haine
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Motor looks a bit small. My S7 conversion uses double length NEMA23s rated at 180Ncm torque at 4.5 amps on each axis. The TB6600 is an antiquated type with a reputation for letting out smoke. Last year I upgraded my drivers to DM542s from stepperonline.co.uk, they are a good supplier in my experience. Note the 4.5A is the motor current, the supply current will be significantly lower because of the way the drivers work.
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