Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] PC Interface to gecko drives

Hi Andre,

You really don't need an interface card. Assuming you have a parallel
port on the PC, and a 25 pin 1:1 cable, just mount a matching DB25
connector to the "box" for the Geckos, and hard wire the step/dir lines
to the Geckos! You'll want to run a +5 from the PC to the Gecko's 5+
line as well. The remainder of the "box" is the MOTOR 24-80V supply.
Be sure to fuze the transformer primary, as well as each the the motor
power leads to the Geckos. Suggested connectors for the motor are "mic"
connectors, DB9, or DB15 connectors (my choice).

HTH

Alan KM6VV


andre.barclay@... wrote:

>
> Does anyone know of any decent interface cards for a PC to 3 gecko
> drives? I purchased one from Deans hobby cnc and I don't think it
> works.
>
> Help
>
> Andre Barclay