That looks like a nice driver, only thing I see, appears it needs 2 separate inputs for CW/CCW, thats unusual and might be hard to find a ready made library for it. I suggest this board, I've used several successfully in different projects, it's easy to understand and will work with "step & direction" libraries, a good "beginner" driver, also check Pololu's website.
Your power supply should work fine (24V, at least 3 Amp).
hairtothepie:
now a few question as to how to determine the amperage to the driver as max output is 2 A.
could i run it off a 24v 4a power source?
Having more amps available is a good thing. The electrical device will only take what it needs. Just make sure the supply voltage is within the specified range - 10.8v to 33v for your driver.
This would be a cause of concern for me "Motor output current; About 2A max" (from the Power supply specifcations). Your stepper motor can take 2 amps and I would be happier with a driver that was not trying to work at its max limit.
outsider:
appears it needs 2 separate inputs for CW/CCW,
There is a switch to select between that and Step/Direction inputs
Thanks @outsider i have come across that board and a few others. Its great to have another persons perspective on that. I feel that i have many hours to go before i my self can figure this servex driver out for myself. So it may be best to grab some other drivers with librarys i can play with to get some more knowledge. @robin2 thanks for all the post with the basics. Your time is greatly appreciated.
So im gonna be looking into a few different driver to figure out which one will work the best for what im try to get with this cnc chuck i have.
