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    Spindle Controller

    I am getting ready to CNC my RF-30 mill with CNC using Gecko drives and a G-rex. I would like to be able to control the spindle too. The motor is a 2HP running on 220V pulling 15Amps. Can anyone recommend where I can get a VFD and controller? I think that is what I need but I'm not clear on all of the electronics....

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    Quote Originally Posted by xitian View Post
    I am getting ready to CNC my RF-30 mill with CNC using Gecko drives and a G-rex. I would like to be able to control the spindle too. The motor is a 2HP running on 220V pulling 15Amps. Can anyone recommend where I can get a VFD and controller? I think that is what I need but I'm not clear on all of the electronics....

    Thanks!
    Hi


    Assuming it is an AC motor, have a look at Automation Direct's GS2 range of VFDs.

    http://web4.automationdirect.com/adc...-z-Hz_Control)

    Then to control the spindle speed from Mach3, have a look at the DigiSpeed-XL I sell. Apart from converting the spindle speed control signal from Mach3 into a 0-10V isolated dc control voltage, it also contains circuitry for;
    1. manual control
    2. relays for direction control
    3. Index sensor connection and conditioning circuitry.

    http://homanndesigns.com/store/index...&products_id=2

    Cheers,

    Peter.
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    Homann Designs - http://www.homanndesigns.com/store


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