Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] EMC & steppers w/ encoders

On Friday 24 October 2003 13:24, John Johnson wrote:

> I believe I read somewhere that it is possible to use steppers with
> encoders with EMC. Does anyone have a general idea how this is
> implemented?

The encoders are connected to the PC through a Kulaga/Mauch DRO board.
Although this does keep you from losing your position info, it's not much
help if your system loses steps because there's no good way to "catch up"
once you're behind.

Matt