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Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Orac CNC and VFD

Posted by Les Newell
on 2003-09-21 06:12:46 UTC
The Orac drive is a VFD so replacing it with a more modern VFD should not be
a problem. The new VFD will have to be rated at 500W or more. I have an Orac
that I intend to retrofit as soon as time allows and if I figure out how to
get the original drive working I will let you know.

Les


> Hi,
> I have managed to get the ZX axis working with TurboCNC but the motor
> is a whole different ball game, looking at the power board is like
> looking at something Scotty would put Dilithium crystal in!!!
>
> I can't even start to work out how to drive it, so I thought "scrap
> the lot" and put a VFD in place, but will this be OK for low & hight
> speed lathe work?
>
>
> Anyone know?
>
> Thx
>

Discussion Thread

stephenccarr 2003-09-17 15:00:56 UTC Orac CNC and VFD Les Newell 2003-09-21 06:12:46 UTC Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Orac CNC and VFD