Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Kearney and Trecker

Ethan Vos wrote:

> Good morning all.
>
> I have an old K&T 600 4 axis machine that I need to retrofit. Wandering
> around the web I came across the EMC site and noticed that they did a
> retrofit on a K&T 800. I think that machine was done around 1995 and I'd
> guess the software has undergone a few revisions since then.

Yes, vastly improved.

> How easy is it to do this compared to an off the shelf product?

Hmmm, well, it depends on your level of experience. The 'BDI' CDROM
makes it a lot easier, though. Either way, unless there is a complete kit
for your specific machine, there is a fair bit of work.

> What kind of time frame would you expect to do this?

It depends on your level of experience with retrofits and motion control
systems. It also depends on your budget, whether you will reuse some
parts, ie. servo amps, etc. Is the machine already fitted with motors,
ballscrews, encoders, servo amps, etc.?

Jon