[erikh98]

Originally Posted by ChrisH

I generally design so that the max torque on the motor is 25% of stall torque. If the motor has a fairly stright torque vs RPM curve, it should be turning about 75% of free speed. In this condition, it is turning plenty fast enough for adequate cooling and the motor isn't working too hard. Also if there is a hang up, the motor starts producing more power to break through. If you're running anywhere close to max torque then there is no power left to give.

Make life as easy on your motors as you can. Electric motors like to run at high rpm and light load.

ChrisH

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Thanks for the advice...you guys are good.

I came up with the same info. while dreaming...but the problem is...I'm an imbecile when I'm conscious. :O(

Erik