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Which stepper wiring is the most common, and what is it meant for?

  1. The 6-wire motor, meant for unipolar drive
  2. The 4-wire motor, meant for unipolar drive
  3. The 5-wire motor, meant for bipolar drive
  4. The 8-wire motor, meant for DC drive
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Correct answer: The 6-wire motor, meant for unipolar drive

The two center taps of the 6-wire motor suit unipolar drive, but the taps can be ignored for bipolar drive.

Source: Lessons in Electric Circuits II: AC (Kuphaldt), 13.5: Stepper Motors

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026