Now that I some parts of my lathe functional, how do I set the encoder count on Axis user interface? For example, I want to put in tool 1, take a skim cut on a piece using jog keys, measure, calculate radius, and then set my screen X for the radius, all other tool offsets will be offset from tool 1, correct? I don't have my home & limit switch wires figured out yet.
Second question, I'm ready to try connecting my spindle encoder to my Mesa 5i20 board. Can I connect this as an encoder to axis 2 or 3, or should I connect it to general purpose inputs to be configured as a counter? I got a Hitachi variable frequency drive ordered last night, it's supposed to take my single phase in and drive my 3hp spindle motor. I need it mostly for a phase converter but the variable speed will be nice too, my lathe only has 6 gear speeds between 128 and 2800rpm. Thanks! Roger Neal ------------------------------------------------------------------------- This SF.net email is sponsored by DB2 Express Download DB2 Express C - the FREE version of DB2 express and take control of your XML. No limits. Just data. Click to get it now. http://sourceforge.net/powerbar/db2/ _______________________________________________ Emc-users mailing list [email protected] https://lists.sourceforge.net/lists/listinfo/emc-users
