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jonathanjo
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Torque is not a constant for a motor: it varies (a lot) with speed and other factors. Let's consider simplest value: stalling torque -- which is the rotational force it generates while being prevented from turning.

Your calculations omit the efficiency of the motor, which obviously is one of the most important aspects of a motor. You can easily see that the magnetic force generated depends on more than just geometry and how much electricity is going in; it also depends on, for example, how much energy is being converted to heat by resistance.

Consider measuring the torque in the most basic way from its definition: torque is force (in newtons) x lever length (in metres).

You can do this by attaching small weights, determining the weight which just stops the motor turning. Or equivalently, by pushing down on a small digital scales (converting to newtons if it is calibrated in grammes or whatever units of mass.)

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View along axis of motor

Obviously, there are inaccuracies in any measurement, but this will be sufficient to distinguish, say, a motor with twice as many turns or the effect of varying the voltage on the motor or the strength of the magnets.

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