Hi,
I am using the Adafruit stepper motor and the Adafruit DC & Stepper Motor HAT for Raspberry Pi
https://www.adafruit.com/product/2348
https://www.adafruit.com/product/324
I am using a power supply that will have 12V and 10A. Can I plug directly into the system? Is there something I can use to step down the amperage before going into the system?
Thank you for the help!
Powering Stepper Motor and Motor Controller
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Re: Powering Stepper Motor and Motor Controller
10A is not a problem. Circuits draw the current they require.
For best results, the power supply should be capable of supplying significantly more than the required current.
For best results, the power supply should be capable of supplying significantly more than the required current.
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Re: Powering Stepper Motor and Motor Controller
You can connect your power supply directly to the external power terminals on the Motor HAT. As mentioned above, the motor will draw only what it needs. The #324 motor typically draws about 0.7A max.
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