🔹 General Uses of a NEMA 23 Stepper Motor with a Planetary Gearbox
✅ CNC Machines – Used for precise movement in milling, laser cutting, and engraving.
✅ 3D Printers – Ensures accurate layer placement and smoother extrusion control.
✅ Robotic Arms & Automation – Provides controlled motion for pick-and-place applications.
✅ Conveyor Belt Systems – Drives systems requiring smooth movement and precise stopping.
✅ Textile Machinery – Used in fabric cutting and embroidery machines.
✅ Medical Equipment – Ensures precise movement in surgical robots and imaging devices.
✅ Camera & Optical Systems – Controls smooth panning and focusing mechanisms.
✅ Industrial Packaging Machines – Ensures precise motion in labeling and carton folding machines.
🔹 Uses in CNC Machines
🛠 CNC Routers & Milling Machines – Moves the X, Y, and Z axes with precision for cutting and engraving.
🛠 CNC Plasma & Laser Cutters – Controls motion for smooth, accurate cutting with minimal errors.
🛠 CNC Lathes – Regulates tool positioning for precise turning operations.
🛠 Wood Carving Machines – Enhances carving accuracy and repeatability in woodworking.
🛠 CNC Foam Cutters – Used for shaping materials like foam and lightweight plastics.