Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Postprocessor

Jerry,

To keep it simple. First if you are going to run G code to control your
system in a cnc environment, you will need a program like CncPro or the
ahha system to read the G code and send the proper signals to the Gecko
drivers.

.If you are already using Vector CAD/CAM for another machine and you are
using CncPro, then you should not need another postprocessor.

A postprocessor is simply a translator. It takes the internal cam files and
translated them into the proper G code for the controller that you are
using.

Changing drives or motors has nothing to do with the postprocessor.

Bob Campbell

----- Original Message -----
From: "Jerry Kimberlin" <kimberln@...>
To: <CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Sunday, May 13, 2001 8:30 PM
Subject: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Postprocessor


> I don't understand the concept of post processors. Anyone want
> to elaborate?
>
> That is: If I get an old Bridgeport (or any mill), throw away
> all the electronics except the motors, use Geckodrive boards,
> Vector CAD/CAM in a suitable box, can't I just plug in all of
> this and run it?
>
> When would I have to have a different post processor? When I use
> a different board than a Geckodrive, when I use a different
> motor, or what?
>
> Please don't give an detailed explaination. I just want to know
> the parameters that, when changed, require a different post
> processor and why.
>
> JerryK
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