Hi, This is my first post to the list. I want to cnc something. I have not decided if it is going to be a lathe or mill though I'm leaning toward the mill. Likely a X3 type of machine. I don't think I want to CNC my bridgeport or clausing lathe.
Years ago I used some Galil DMC720 controls to make machines to put hot melt on package trays before turning the edges. I also used IMC 110 controls and another IMC , I think the 4xxx with GML to make machines to fly srim dispensing heads into forming presses. Each time I used servo motors instead of steppers. I understand how steppers make things much simpler, if you don't lose step, you can just keep track of steps. I personally don't like open loop. I know you can use steppers and encoders but I don't see the benefit there over servo motors. If I'm not totally off track, I understand EMC can take encoder feedback. What boards are typically used? What drives are usually used in servo apps? I have a lot of questions but I'll stop there. Currently I repair cnc equipment and other automation. I know a bit about a lot of things and know I don't know enough about much. Wes ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ This SF.net email is sponsored by: SourcForge Community SourceForge wants to tell your story. http://p.sf.net/sfu/sf-spreadtheword _______________________________________________ Emc-users mailing list [email protected] https://lists.sourceforge.net/lists/listinfo/emc-users
