RE: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Evaluate Mach2 Software

Greg,

You would need some type of encoders hooked up to any CNC package to be able
to follow manual movement, that is if the manual movement is made by using
the cranks on the machine. If manual movement is done by jogging the system
then Mach2 will display the location without encoders.

John Guenther
'Ye Olde Pen Maker'
Sterling, Virginia

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Greg Maxwell [mailto:greg_susie@...]
> Sent: Sunday, April 18, 2004 20:15
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> Subject: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Evaluate Mach2 Software
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> All,
>
> Has anyone used the Mach2 software package? I am in the process of
> migrating a panagraph engraver and Bridgeport milling machine to
> CNC. I have downloaded the demo and it appears very impressive
> (includes digitizing) and linear encoder input for DRO. I know this
> is a very objective question, however what I am looking for is the
> package capable or is there other packages that may cost more that
> are better? Secondly, if these software packages are hooked up to
> the mill, if I move the x (or y) axis manually, will the dro update
> on the movement? Or is this why you would need to buy the linear
> encoders?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Greg Maxwell
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