Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] jog handwheel for plasma or big router was Re: Black...

Then again, even if it has no input for a handwheel, an encoder card
in the computer and the software watching that card can output the
info to the box. That way, it's easy to switch the resolution of each
pulse. When writing the software, just remember to ignore the hand-
wheel when in anything other than manual mode. Not good to bump
it when running a g-code program in auto.

Bill

> Chris,
>
> I think the handwheel is doable. You really need to be able to switch

to a

> large resolution like .5 + inch per pulse. But, if you do, you should make

it

> so the Z axis can only be driven at 1/10 the multiplier or less. The

router I

> use has identical resolution in all three axis. So you rush out to your
> location, with X and Y, forget to change resolution on z and promptly

smash

> the cutter into the table.....
>
> Good thing the bit is rarely hurt when hitting low density particle board.
>
>
> Peter
> THRD, Inc.
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