Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Compucutter?

Hi Anthony,

try:
http://www.super-tech.com/root/sc.htm

It should get you there! Good site! One of the first I came across a
few years ago when I started looking for stepper motor stuff on the net.

Alan KM6VV



Anthony Salsibruy wrote:

>
> 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