Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Compucutter?

Have you the supercam webpage or contact address?

Thanks
Anthony

----- Original Message -----
From: "Alan Marconett KM6VV" <KM6VV@...>
To: <CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Thursday, May 31, 2001 10:24 PM
Subject: Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Compucutter?


> Hi Anthony,
>
> If I recall, we had a thread on Compucutter a while back. I was a
> little more hobby orientated, and used a modified HPGL file format. I
> don't think the steppers were that big. I was not able to find the
> email or URL in my archives.
> IMO, you'd be better off with *STANDARD* Gcode, and run Camtronics or
> Gecko drivers. Then you can choose from several controllers, see the
> FAQ.
>
> By "electrical box", I think you mean the power supply / drivers? You
> can certainly do that. The electrical work is not difficult, but if
> you're not sure, find someone to help! See Jeff's (a.k.a. CADMAN)
> site! He got a whole crew to build his! SuperCam has completed
> "boxes", which may be more convenient for you.
>
> Anthony Salsibruy wrote:
> >
> > I am looking to convert a mill/drill like cadman, and wondered if anyone
had ever use the compucutter system? If people have what do you think?
Would the electronics be strong enough to power three Type 34 stepper
motors? Is it better to make your own electrical box? I have looked over
it but found that I am not very good at the electrics? What do people
think? Anyone know of companys that sell a similar system?
> >
> > Thanks
> > Anthony
>
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