Re: Encoder Indexer Option

I am also favoring the Rutex because of the tuning software and
the better information available at their website. On the otherhand,
if tuning is not an issue, there is a lot to be said about the
Gecko's in light of the fact that the owner of the company will
talk to you!! Their tuning software may also be usable with the
Gecko's. I don't know.
I am using 1000 CPR (4000 pulse) encoders and *think* I need the step
multiplying. I don't know if Mach2 can keep up with these encoders.
I wonder if the fault count is effected by the step multiplying
setting? I guess an adjustable fault count would be best so that
your options are open especially if you make changes in the future.
It's like I said with getting the differential encoders, if it doesn't
cost you, then why not? An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of
cure.

Scott





--- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com, "braidmeister"
<braidmeister@y...> wrote:

>
> The tuning software is one reason I like them over the Geckos,
> although it may be possible to tune within Mach2...don't know.
>
> I like the higher volatage rating (although I am told it is the same
> component rating as Gecko 320/340s...but with higher advertised
> voltage) I am tempted to get the 200v/40A ones in case I replace the
> motors with higher volatege ones...and to get them up to their 130v
> rating if I change the belt ratio. Still on the fence about that one.
>
> Plus, since I will be using at least a 1000 count encoder, the Rutex
> has a higher fault count than the Gecko ~ which may or may not be a
> problem. The 2000 series (still in testing and not ready yet
> according to Rutex) has an adjustable fault count depending on your
> application.
>
> The Rutex also makes for a cleaner install because the drives snap
> right into their motherboard, and the relay board does as well. Less
> wires...less confusion...one big heat sink for all of the drives.
>
> I guess it is just a matter of prefference ~ vanilla or chocolate.
> They both get the job done.
>
> -Brady
>
> --- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com, "Polaraligned"
> <polaraligned@o...> wrote:
> >
> > Sorry. Click R9xH from the link I posted then
> > click on SetUp & Tune. Their website is full of
> > good setup and tuning info.
> >
> > BTW they have software on their website to tune their
> > servo's. Has anyone used it? Just wanted to know if
> > it may be an advantage to buying a Rutex over a Gecko.
> >
> > Scott
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > --- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com, Stephen Wille Padnos
> > <spadnos@s...> wrote:
> > > Polaraligned wrote:
> > >
> > > >I don't know about the one you spec'd out. I did not look
> > > >yours up. Diff encoders have an inverted output also for each
> channel.
> > > >
> > > >Check this out.
> > > >
> > > >http://www.rutex.com/home/index
> > > >
> > > >Go to bottom of page and download whole pdf document.
> > > >
> > > >It is a great source of info on setting up a servo system
> > > >using rutex hardware. It gives lots of encoder interfacing
> > > >info. Using diff encoders may save a headache. So if the
> > > >cost is small, which it should be, why not use them?
> > > >
> > > >Scott
> > > >
> > > >
> > > I think they changed their website around recently - there's no
> PDF
> > > linked at the bottom of the page :)
> > > You might want to put in the name of the file you were
> suggesting, or a
> > > direct link to it.
> > >
> > > - Steve