RMS Technologies R208 DRIVER - Manual (Page 15)

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R208 Microstepping Driver Manual 8/31/2007
Figure 7.3: 6 Lead Wire Full Winding Connection
8 Lead Wire Motor Connection (Parallel Connection)
Eight wire motors can be connected in two ways: Parallel and Series. When in
parallel, the wires are simply connected such that the beginning of each winding are
connected together.
Figure 7.4: 8 Lead Wire Parallel Connection
8 Lead Wire Motor Connection (Series Connection)
Be sure to set the drive current to exactly half of the motor’s rated parallel current
rating when using the series connection.
Figure 7.5: 8 Lead Wire Series Connection