len walker
03-18-2006, 07:28 PM
Hi, i am trying to find out what is required to controll my machine. i have the software, stepers, three gecko's and a power supply. what else is needed?
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View Full Version : control len walker 03-18-2006, 07:28 PM Hi, i am trying to find out what is required to controll my machine. i have the software, stepers, three gecko's and a power supply. what else is needed? ger21 03-18-2006, 10:21 PM What software? len walker 03-19-2006, 12:33 AM i'm using mach3 turn. ViperTX 03-19-2006, 12:37 AM Computer and some AC power...... len walker 03-19-2006, 12:53 AM o.k. so i wire it all in? i,m not familier with this stuff, i have no wireing diagrams. spent most of my life maching stuff. i have a computer and can crank it up, i plug the printer cable in, and? ger21 03-19-2006, 01:00 AM You'll either need to write g-code by hand, or get a CAD/CAM program to do it. ger21 03-19-2006, 01:00 AM i have a computer and can crank it up, i plug the printer cable in, and? Watch all the videos at www.machsupport.com. They should get you started in the right direction. len walker 03-19-2006, 01:06 AM thank's, i will do that. len ger21 03-19-2006, 08:32 AM You dont NEED a breakout board, but it will make it much easier to hook everything up. Some popular ones can be found at: www.campbelldesigns.com www.pmdx.com www.cnc4pc.com All should have wiring diagrams included with them to help get you going. If you need more specific help, just ask. |