Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Encoder Resolution

That is exactly what the pulse multiplier on the G3X0 series drive is for.
Back when Mariss introduced the G320 as a beta item to this group I got some
to play with. I was testing on a 1000 line encoder and on the slow computer
I was using I could not put out a fast enough pulse rate to make the motors
move at their potential. I discussed this with Mariss and suggested that he
allow a setting to read the encoder in 1x, 2x, 4x mode to reduce the pulse
count. His answer was to put the pulse multiplier onto the drive and call it
a G340.

Tim
[Denver, CO]

----- Original Message -----
> since we're on this subject...
>
> If I have very high resolution encoders, say 50000 cnts/inch, can I use
the
> step pulse multiplier feature in the Gecko G340 to reduce the effective
> incoming pulse count? Is this what that feature was designed for? I just
> liberated some 2500 line Koyo encoders from a milling center and I'd like
> to use them for a step/direction servo setup on my lathe. It'd save me
> having to shell out an additional $80 each for new 1000 or 500 line
> industrial grade encoders.
>
> -Bob