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Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] software question

on 2003-01-14 10:23:33 UTC
Hi Les,

Typically the user sets the leadscrew/stepper "steps per inch". This
number can be calculated from your "steps per mm".

For cutting parts, you can then work either in inches or mm's by using
the G20 and G21 Gcode instructions.

Alan KM6VV


"lum_l " wrote:
>
> Hi All,
>
> I have a dumb question. I have a 5410 mill (metric). I am
> learning as much as I can before I try to convert it to CNC.
>
> How does the software know if the mill is metric. Is it as simple
> as entering it in the software.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Les

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