Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Re: Sherline Spindle Pulse disk for threading

John Dammeyer wrote:

> As the EMC people are also fond of saying, a tightly coupled system
> with a multi-line encoder makes a world of difference for creating
> threads with varying spindle speeds.
>
> I'll be the first to agree. Of course the price of just the encoder kit
> for the Sherline at $169 is $19 higher than the entire budget for the
> Electronic Lead Screw. <wink>

I can usually get all the industrial-grade encoders I want from
eBay for about $25 each. Sometimes you have to wait a week to
win one, but there are so many units up for auction there are
always a few that go for a reasonable price.

Jon