What is the required current for maximum torque in a 33 kg cm servo motor?

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The required current for maximum torque in a 33 kg cm servo motor rated at 6V is the stall current of 3.5A. The discussion clarifies that while the statistical current is 16 mA, this is insufficient for achieving maximum torque. It is essential to supply the stall current only for a brief period to prevent overheating and potential damage to the motor. Understanding the relationship between static current and peak current is crucial, as it typically follows a ratio of 1:3 in servo motors.

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I have recently purchased this servo motor ,which has rated stall torque of 33 kg cm at 6V.

statistical current :16 mA
Stall Current: 3+0.6 AOur technical query is,in order to obtain the maximum torque..what current do we need to be able to supply it

Is 16 mc sufficient..or we need 3.5A?
 
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At stall torque, the stall current will be needed.

But take care: I think this stall current must only be supplied for a short time ( specified ) or the motor will catch fire.

I don't understand these 16 mA, because the ratio:
static current : peak current
"normally" is about 1 : 3 as for servo motors.
 
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