Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Mill DRO

Hi,

I would also like to know how you did it and I don't agree that it should be
conducted off-list. Part of the remit for this list is DRO, that is any kind
of DRO.

Terry

> Art,
>
> Can you send me some info on your setup? We should probably take this off

of

> the list so we don't bore everyone. I can be reached at kory@....
>
> Thanks,
> Kory
>
> >
> >
> > Kory,
> > I have to disagree with you on the cost of the home brew stuff.
> >
> > I built the 3 axis DRO on my mill for less than $200 INCLUDING the used
> > 486DX100 and monitor that I purchased for this purpose. Yes, I got lucky
> > and was able to get the encoders from Goldmine while they were still
> > available. Yes the precision is now in the area you desire AND I have
> > learned a lot while building it. Matter of fact, I am in the process of
> > building a 2 axis to go on my lathe at this time.
> >
> > I feel I save a LOT and in the process, have found out how this stuff
> > works. Education is worth a lot to me, so I guess I have saved a big

heap

> > over having purchased one off the shelf and installed it.
> >
> > Art