Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] study, study, study

From: "Jon Elson" <elson@...>

>
> First, you need to know that the encoder will set the resolution of
> the system then, instead of the stepper. If the encoder resolution
> is much higher than the stepper, however, there will be many positions
> that can't be reached (unless you have microstepping drivers) and
> it will cause the CNC to wildly hunt for places it can't get to. You
> will then have to put in a deadband to stop the hunting.

Ahhh, thanks, that's good to know.
What's a deadband?

> You will need an encoder counter. The cheapest is the Dan Mauch
> DRO, which I believe requires an ISA slot in the computer.

Kewl, I'll check that out.

Thanks for bearing with a newbie,

Weyland