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Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Gecko question

on 2001-11-18 18:18:56 UTC
Hi Matt,

Look for a mouse or external keyboard connector. You should be able to
find find +5V. Lacking these, try a 78L05 regulator off an asserted
CTS (use the +12V) or other output line.

Alan KM6VV


pkranger63@... wrote:
>
> Wow there sure are a lot of options with this CNC stuff :) I keep
> flip-flopping between a camtronics driver and a Gecko driver. I am
> beggining to lean towards the Gecko just for the "ease" factor. I
> have read that in addition to the power supply for the steppers you
> need 5 volts to also run to the box from your pc. I have also read
> about people tapping into a extra HD power cable in their Pc for this
> 5v, I am planning on using a old laptop I have laying around, where
> would I get the 5v needed from this? Again thanks for the patience
> and help.
>
> Matt

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