Re: 5 axis with cncpro

CB,

Commercial "indexers"(for rotating parts in preset increments) use
this technique commonly. There's no reason why you couldn't use it
for an "R" axis (3rd Z linear axis name). I'm assuming the axis will
drive to some sort of preset limit? And the alternate M code (to turn
it off) will return the axis? Be careful with the effects of dwell,
if this axis is cutting...

Hope this helps.

Ballendo

> Have this idea of using one of the io's to a fourpole switch to
> add 3rd z axis.
> when I want to activate the 3rd z use M command to "toggle" motor
> power.
> anyone else tried this?
> CB