Re: Any recommendations for a g-code interpreter

> 1. How many pulses per second (max) do you need into the drive
> circuits? You will need to work backwards from your desired IPM.

If

> you don't know the PPS then give us the drive train ratios and info
> along with if you are running full, half or other step ratio in the
> motor drives.

I would say a reasonable speed. I am going to use it for one time
parts so speed is not a priority for me. I am planing on using Gecko
210 which has a option of upto 10 microstep. I will be using a Sanyo-
Denki stepper motor 1.8deg per step and a sherline mill.

> 2. Any preference on the Operating System (OS) of the computer you
> want to use? DOS, Windows, Linux ?

I would like to stay with DOS

> 3. How fast is the computer you want to use with the program.

I have a 486 400Mhz Pentium laptop

> 4. Do you want expensive, cheap, or free?

I want cheap. I am have to get the CAD and CAM too.

> Finally, there is tons of information in the archives and older
> messages about what you are asking; probably more information than
> you need!

I will search the archives too.

Thanks
Kim