>  Why use a stepper motor? We use a universal DC motor with an external
>  motor controller, an extra $75.
>  A lot more power, at the same or less cost.

I will check out IDEC.  I've considered a DC motor but we'd need some
feedback, then, because positioning is important here.  Due to the low (and
fixed) torque in this application, knowing the number of steps is sufficient
for our application.  We also need to be able to adjust the speed and the
acceleration and jerk of the motor.  A servo would be nice but they are NOT
cheap.

And per Alan's suggestions:

Cost is the driver here- our customers don't have much room to demand
different solutions from us.

Thanks!

Mike h.
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