Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Current CNC options for Lathes with encoders?

On 21/09/17 12:37, Hannu Venermo gcode.fi@... [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] wrote:

> Yes You are missing something.
>
> Suggest the pokeys.
> Suggest the mach4 - even though I have not yet moved my lathe to it.

But I don't like Mach4 - already ruled that out!
I'd stick with Mach3 but it's not a long term option although I'm more
than happy to use it for another 10 years on the W2k computer that is
running my mill.

> And very much suggest rigging an optical encoder (cheap, timing belts +
> 2 bearings ok) or ac spindle servo drive for the lathe if funds permit.

The whole point is that the Orac and Compact8 don't need any hardware
mods ... just some software that will work with there current hardware

Pokeys is looking like the best option but perhaps with Auggie rather
than Mach ...

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