Re: How do I know if I want Linux

Blue Knight wrote:

> From: "Blue Knight" <josephm@...>
>
> Hi All,
> Does anyone know if Linux/EMC can be used to run an Emco Maier Compact 5 CNC
> Lathe.
> It has one RS232 (serial) port on it.
> >From what I understand this port can be used to load code from a computer
> and also save to a computer.
> The machine has a computer built into it. Entries are input via a numeric
> keypad.

Unless you have documentation on the computer and its communication
protocol, it might be difficult (unless it is G-code).

To use EMC, you would have to remove the internal computer, and replace
with either a stepper driver or servo amps, as appropriate for your motors.
Possibly you could re-use the stepper drivers or servo amps that are in
the machine.

Jon