Re: Motion Controller?? Sorry, Try Again

Daniel,

Responses inserted in copy of your questions below:

--- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com, "Daniel T. Medlin"
<dmedlin1963@y...> wrote:
<snip>

> So let me restate what I don't understand. I need
> recommendations on what components are needed to
> convert Mach2's output to pulses that will go to my
> Geckos.

Mach2 software produces pulses on the printer port
pins by sending special data to the printer port.
No hardware is needed to convert Mach's output into
pulses. It is common to use hardware called a
breakout board to buffer these signals and make
the wiring easier.

>
> This is for a Bridgeport mill. I need 4-axis now and
> will need a total of 6-axis soon. High feed rates are
> not needed, but power is.

The power will be provided by the Geckos.

It is normal to run up to 4 axes using one parallel
port. To run more than 4 axes with Mach you will
need to utilize a second parallel port.

Regards,
Steve Stallings
www.pmdx.com

>
> I currently am running my parts on the university's
> VF4 HAAS mill center. The max feed rate varies between
> 8 to 12 inches a minute. I occasionally run a 8 insert
> mill using PCB inserts cutting 60RC material.
>
> Daniel T. Medlin
>
>
>
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