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

On 21/09/17 13:59, Hannu Venermo gcode.fi@... [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] wrote:

> If you already have an encoder for index pulse, or tracking, you are all
> set.

'Problem' is it's only 90 or so slots ... think both machines are
different, but around 1 degree step size ...

> On 21/09/2017 14:53, Lester Caine lester@... [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO]
> wrote:
>>> They seem to recommend a resolution of 2000-10000 cycles per rev so yes,
>>> if you have a low resolution encoder you might be better off changing
>>> that to a "better" encoder. You could always ask them if your particular
>>> encoder resolution is workable or not.
>>
>> The encoder is build into the back of the Orac and Compact8 so not
>> something one would want to change.
>>
>>> You just said it was for lathes, I'm not used to general purpose lathes
>>> having more than 4 axis+spindle.
>>
>> I'd prefer to switch to something new rather than simply adding yet
>> another software package to have to learn ...
>>
>>> Not trying to convince you, just a bit surprised about your arguments
>>> against it :-)
>> I'd prefer just the card and a lower customs charge importing it as I
>> have 24V UK supplies sitting on the shelf ;)
>

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