Other than running the test for latency,it was a very similar process and took about the same amount of time.I am using a parallel port until the computer dies and I won't be upset if it lasts a long time and then I expect I will move to a Mesa card.I also believe that LinuxCNC can control up to nine axes,which ought to be enough for just about anything. I have only set up two machines,the first was an AXYZ router and I had their manual available.It was a case of inserting values in the correct places in the toolpath program on an XP system.Nothing too daunting really.Then when I had my own tiny and basic machine together I had to do something very similar with LinuxCNC. It does not require a breakout board, it has industry standard 24V inputs/outputs. To allow control of analogue servos for instance. The controller can be activated (at a cost) and/or fitted with add-on boards The Hicon Integra by Vital Systems is a very capable controller with both Mach3 and Mach4 plugins. There again there are cheaper alternatives if you have some facility with electronics. If you are kool with electronics you can save a few dollars by buying cheaper than the UB1.Īnother brand that works well with Mach3 and Mach4 is the Ethernet SmoothStepper (ESS) by Warp9 TD.
There are cheaper solutions but would probably require you make a few You do require a breakout board, the UB1 from CNCRoom is a very good example. The UC300 by CNCDrive is a good recommendation, Ethernet connected, with Mach3 and Mach4 plugins and native to UCCNC software as well. I strongly support OlfCNC's comment regarding Chinese controllers.they are junk.DON'T GO THERE.
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