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What stepper drivers? TMC2209 vs A4988 vs DRV8825?

asked by Aaron Park · 2025-09-05
TMC2209 every time. Reasons:

1. Silent at any speed (StealthChop)
2. Sensorless homing if you ever want it
3. UART config — set current in software, no jumpers
4. Built-in thermal protection

A4988 / DRV8825 work but are noisier, hotter, and don't do sensorless homing. Cost difference is ~€2/driver. No reason to pick the older ones for a new build.

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