Originally Posted by mmm  Good morning!
After much thought, I've decided to bite the bullet. I'm going to get a table router kit from Modular CNC ($310), a Gecko G540 from Gecko ($299), and some 382oz/in steppers from Keling as well as the power supply.
First, does this look like a decent starter setup? I'll be milling a new CNC eventually from these parts, but for now I'm just going to be learning how to use the machine and working with some simple wood stuff.
Second, I see that the G540 has a DB9 connection for each motor. Is there a decent place to get these cables pre-made for the motors or should I pretty much be making these myself? I don't mind spending a couple extra bucks to save the time.
Oh yeah, and is there anywhere else I should be shopping for this stuff? I've had a surprising amount of trouble sourcing these things elsewhere...
Thanks all! |
The G540 comes with the db9 ends because you have to put the current limiting resistors in the line. You could possibly use standard cable and cut the ends off, but I don't know what everyone is doing.