Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Can a PC operate a BOSS 5 or 6?

If you decide to replace the motors then seriously consider fitting
servos. It will probably work out slightly more expensive but the
reliability and speed will be far better than steppers.

Les

Tim Goldstein wrote:

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> Dan,
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> You will most likely want to replace the stock drives with something like
> Gecko G201 units and a matching power supply. The stock drives are known for
> failing and are very old full step or half step technology depending on the
> specific version. The Geckos will greatly improve the reliability and
> smoothness. You also need to make sure that the stepper motors are still
> good. They are known for getting partially demagnetized when the drives
> blow. You may want to consider just replacing the motors with some more
> modern units. The old finned Bridgeport motors are very high inductance and
> will restrict the rapid speed you can achieve.
>
> These machines give you great iron to work with and the ball screws and
> mechanical set up would be very expensive to put on a mill yourself. But the
> electronics and motors are mostly outdate and the mill will benefit greatly
> from replacing them.
>
> Tim
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