Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] linear encoder to control rotary indexer??

nielsenbe@... wrote:

> I am trying to build a rifling machine. I was planning on using the indexer
> to rotate the cutter as it's pulled though the barrel. So if I could just
> make the indexer rotate at the desired rate as it's moved along it should
> work. It would also need to be able to follow the exact path in reverse.

This doesn't sound all that critical, so it should be easier. Why do you need

to go both ways? How long does it take to pull the tool through?

Jon