Re: Limit and Homing switches

Hi,

The index stripe is 1 line wide. If you run the G340 in X1 mode, you
are garanteed to stop on the index stripe. Any other mode (X2, X5,
X10) may not stop on the index stripe though you will see it go by.
If you "and" the limit SW and the index pulse, that may be good
enough for a home position.

Mariss

--- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@y..., Alan Marconett KM6VV <KM6VV@a...> wrote:
> Hi Drew,
>
> Encoder parts (PCB's) are often built so they "could have" an
index, but
> the extra parts may not be there. Hang a 'scope on it, and look!
If
> TTL, you could probably get by using an LED and 220 resistor to +5V
to
> "see" the index (very narrow). Move slow, and see if you can see
find
> the index.
>
> I wouldn't think the 5X of the Gecko would come into play, but
rather
> the resolution of the encoder. I know, let's ask Mariss!
>
> Sorry I can't be of more help. I'm anxious to get a pair of G340's
and
> try out some servo's stuff myself!
>
> Alan KM6VV
>