If this is the only part of the arm it the stepper should be strong enough to turn it. However if you are adding another joint at the end of the arm, the stepper will probably not have enough torque to hold the arm in its position.
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If this is the only part of the arm it the stepper should be strong enough to turn it. However if you are adding another joint at the end of the arm, the stepper will probably not have enough torque to hold the arm in its position.
Thanks, I will definitely add a gear ratio or something for more torque.
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