Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Motion Controller?? Sorry, Try Again

Daniel T. Medlin wrote:

>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 outputs pulses that can be run directly to Gecko drives, using
wires that are soldered to a DB-25 connector. You can make the wiring
easier with a breakout board like those sold at Radio Shack. Most
people use something more advanced with ESD protection or optoisolators
(as listed by several others on this group), because they provide
protection to the parallel port, and they also increase the current
drive capacity of the port pins.

>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.
>
>

Power isn't a function of the motion controller, it's dependent on the
driver - in this case a Gecko. For a G320, the maximum power available
is 80V * 20A = 1600W or around 2HP per servo. This is plenty for a
Bridgeport.

- Steve