What is a stepper driver?

A stepper driver is an electronic controller for a stepper motor. Controls current to the motor coils per commands from firmware. Modern drivers (TMC2209, TMC2226) are quiet and accurate.

Types

  • A4988 - cheap, noisy
  • DRV8825 - improved A4988
  • TMC2208/2209 - quiet standard
  • TMC2240 - newest

StealthChop vs. SpreadCycle

StealthChop - quiet, low speeds. SpreadCycle - noisier, accurate at high speeds.

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