RE: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Linear encoders to fit optitracker interface?

Joel,

For the computer part of this, try your local used computer store. I
personally
went to the local Marketpro Computer Show and Sale and found a Pentium 266
MB, with
64mb RAM and the processor for less than $50.00. I have this in a Lunchbox
portable
computer case with a 3GB drive, floppy and CD-ROM as my control computer.
It runs
EMC just fine, also has a DOS partition for DeskNC or TurboCNC.

John Guenther
Sterling, Virginia

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> Sent: Thursday, January 31, 2002 1:29 PM
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> Subject: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Linear encoders to fit optitracker interface?
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> Hi and thanks in advance...
>
> I have an Optitracker Quadrature Encoder interface from
> MicroKinetics. They offer only rotary encoders for the unit. This
> interface requires even resolution (they use 1000 line encoders with
> it), two channels, and an index signal. I am on the learning curve
> here, so forgive the lack of detail. The spec sheet indicates it will
> accept input from either incremental or quadrature encoders,
> mutipliers to 4x. Eight TTL compatible inputs available.
>
> Can anyone recommend a source for linear encoders that will work
> with this interface? Ballpark cost?
>
> Also, has anyone got a good deal on a P266 class motherboard/computer
> with 2 ISA slots?
>
> Thanks,
> Joel
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