Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] USB controls 4 steppers

I have done something very similar, using the same USB-to-FIFO converter
in "bit bang" mode, but connected to a HobbyCNC board. It works pretty
well.

Mike

Bill Vance wrote:

> Hi gang;
>
> Something of possible interest:
>
> The current issue of Electronic Design, in the, "Ideas For Design",
> section, (P51), there is an article about how to control 4 stepper moters off
> the USB port. If you don't get the mag, you can go to:
>
> http://www.electronicdesign.com
>
> It uses a USB-to-FIFO parallel interface module, (DLP-USB245M), chip, and you
> can check that out at:
>
> http://www.dlpdesign.com
>
> Bill