Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Maximum movement resolution

Around 3000-5000ppi seems to be common from what i've seen.
I guess its more to do with 'chip loading' when cutting
aluminium?

Bob Campbell wrote:

>
> Russell,
>
> I am using G210 Gecko drives set to 2X multiplier. My lead screws are either
> 4 or 5 turns per inch. This gives me either 4,000 or 5,000 pulses per inch.
>
> I find that this has been a good setting for what I like to do with wood or
> plastic.
>
> Bob Campbell
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Russell Shaw" <rjshaw@...>
> To: <CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com>
> Sent: Tuesday, January 15, 2002 5:40 PM
> Subject: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Maximum movement resolution
>
> > Hi all,
> >
> > What size steps in x and y movement should a cnc router
> > have for a 1/8" cutter? What material needs the finest
> > steps? What step size would be suitable for plastic,
> > wood, and aluminium?