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When should I use microstepping? Last Updated: 05/23/2014

Typically microstepping is used in applications requiring the motor to operate at less than 700 PPS. At low pulse rates, stepper motors to less smooth and often vibrate. Tags: Stepper Motor, Microstepping Was this article helpful? 10 (Best) 9 8 7 6 5 (Average) 4 3 2 1 (Worst) Comments:   Related Articles  > What is the difference between Unipolar and Bipolar motors?  > What is the difference between a closed loop stepper motor controller and an open loop stepper motor controller?  > My stepper motor is running hot to the touch. Is there something wrong?