Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] USB-DRO now available

Fred Smith wrote:

> IMService has a new DRO kit available. Up to 6 counters can be
> displayed on a Windows XP or Vista computer monitor. The display is
> resizable, offering miniature size up to full screen sizes, and
> choice of your favorite font.
>
> The DRO is implemented with the aid of a dedicated hardware counter
> board with 32 bit registers and 1 million count per second
> capability. Works with user supplied quadrature encoders( 5vdc
> single ended ) or pulsers, with 1 2 and 4X count multipliers.
> Offloading of the count functions to an external board, permits
> simultaneous operation with Windows PC controllers such as DeskCNC,
> Mach3, ncPOD, Flashcut, etc.
>
> The counters can be preset and will accurately display inches, mm, or
> degrees. The counters can also function as tachometers.
>
> The DRO is ideal for manual machines, and is also fast enough to keep
> up with most CNC machines. When used in conjunction with a CNC
> machine, it can be used to independantly verify position on a stepper
> system. It has Backlash compensation to facilitate use of rotary
> shaft encoders on linear slides.
>
> 4 axis kit $250.
>
> For more info: http://www.cadcamcadcam.com/usb-dro-kit.aspx

Alternative ofcause is the YADRO with QCC converters on each channel for
quadrature scale input. ;)
Runs on a USB to serial converter if you don't have a serial port.
http://medw.co.uk/wiki/index.php?page=YADRO+UK+Prices

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