Originally Posted by phantomcow2 BUt for a router which is probably MDF and aluminum, 274 is more than enough i think |
It depends how fast you want to cut too. using leadscrews, 270oz-in is going to give you a maximum speed of around 100-125ipm, on a smaller size machine (24x36). And you'd most likely need Gecko's to get that kind of speed (48V or higher). You may be able to get more speed with the same size motors by going to rack and pinion drive. But if you want to cut at 200 or more ipm, you'll need bigger motors (with high lead screws).