Re: Encoder Indexer Option

"I wonder if the fault count is effected by the step multiplying
setting?"

Interesting question...don't know. I doubt that the Rutex tuning
software works with a Gecko. Usually there is some type of DLL that
is written for specific hardware.

A differential setup IS more $ than one that isn't, just going off of
the options avaialable on the US Digital site. There aren't any thru-
hole/non-shaft type encoders available for .625" shafts from what I
saw. Renco may offer one, but their site isn't as user friendly as
the USDig site, IMO. And...not sure how the Rencos compare to the
USDig ones in price.

-Brady

--- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com, "Polaraligned"
<polaraligned@o...> wrote:

>
> 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