Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Questions

I am in the process in doing what you are planning, I used a Sherline cnc ready #4400 lathe, bought my steppers from ebay, I also bought driver/ ect. componets from ebay and built the controller. I using Microkinetics for the computer card and software, they have a nice additional kit you can add to do the threading though a encoder, which works though there computer card and software.
I am using Vector Cam to do the "G" code programming, but haven't yet upgraded the system with the thread kit from Microkinetics, but feel that will be my next step.
I have in the past use this group to help with all the questions on building my systems, hope this helps, please feel free to ask any questions on the above.
RC
Yesamazza@... wrote: Hi
I am building a small lathe that I would like to be able to thread. I
have not selected a spindle head/motor yet. I am planning to use steppers
that are equipped with encoders for the XZ axis. The machine is on a limited
budget and I am guessing that a match is in the range of 1/2 hp for the
spindle. How involved is electronic gearing and can I use any motor to power
it if I use an encoder to keep track of its precise speed. I have not yet
selected which of the many controller setups to use I am a bit confused
whats-What. Thanks Josh


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