What do you think of LinkMotion?

[CNCadmin]

I'm looking for better software for my CNC laser and found linkmotion, is anyone using it here? http://www.solustan.com/index.php?curPage=linkmotion

[redapple]

I have Link Motion, this is good software and very easy for use

[CNCadmin]

Got more of a chance to use it and so far I like it, I uses to use Mach to engrave but it would just punch holes in the material once it began a cut, because it does not modulate the power supply to the laser properly, but with linkmotion that is no longer a issue.

[DennisCNC]

I noticed they can control Galil boards. What is the price of this software?

[redapple]

LinkMotion for CO2 laser machine. This 32 bit driver software works under Windows XP operating system. It will control your X and Y axis with step and direction commands, PWM power control for CO2 laser, red indicator diode control, cylindrical motion control, and will sense limit switches to position the beam at home position. This solution offers both vector and raster capabilities.
LinkMotion is a driver like a printer driver. You simply print your job to our driver from many of the popular applications. Almost no training is required if you are already familiar with one of these applications.
The price of LinkMotion is only $899 for vector output only version. LinkMotion with both vector and raster output is $1,299.
Volume discounts are available for system manufacturers and dealers/distributors.

[zoltan]

Hi,

Is there a way to try this software? I would like to try it for impact engraving (if I can implement it based on laser engraving version) and laser engraving. I could not see any link for a demo/evaluation version. Any help really appreciated.

Thank you.

Zoltan

[DS420]

Originally Posted by DennisCNC I noticed they can control Galil boards. What is the price of this software?

Dennis, the version of LinkMotion you want to order is LM400 for Galil boards. It is compatible with Galil controller DMC 2180. You need to make sure that you have the up-to-date version of the drivers. Version 7 or higher is just fine.

The price is $1,299 plus shipping and handling.

Solustan accepts most major credit cards. Currently, we do not accept PayPal payments. However, it is something we are looking into.

We will send you a number of PDF documents which will help you to understand the concept of "Printing" or creating Galil commands and send them to your board as soon as you click print from any of many compatible applications.

Thanks.

Dhiren Shah
Solustan, Inc.
www.solustan.com
www.LinkMotion.com

[DS420]

Originally Posted by zoltan Hi, Is there a way to try this software? I would like to try it for impact engraving (if I can implement it based on laser engraving version) and laser engraving. I could not see any link for a demo/evaluation version. Any help really appreciated. Thank you. Zoltan

Hello Zoltan,

We can provide you a pass word for downloading a demo copy of LinkMotion. It can be configured for rotary engraving or as you call it - impact engraving. We control,

X and Y axis for motion and
Z axis for,
- Motorized axis for Z up and down control
- Or, solenoid and air pressure control for Z up and down
- or, laser control for on and off

Also, we provide engraving fonts like 1 line, 2 line, 3 line, interlocking, Circle, etc. In all, we provide over 65 engraving fonts. You choose to use any TrueType font and in addiiton, you can use our specilaty engraving fonts. All of our engraving fonts are built with European accent marks for most European languages.

You can use Corel Draw, AutoCAD, AcceliCAD, DolphinCAD, Illustrator, ENgravelab, FlexiExpert, and others to design your job and simply, print your job to your engraving machine.

Please, let us have your E-Mail address and we will get you our demo software.

Thanks and regards.

Dhiren Shah
Solustan, Inc.
www.Solustan.com
www.LinkMotion.com

[zoltan]

Hi Dhiren,

My address is vlaroliz@artelecom.net. I would like to try all versions:
X and Y axis for motion and Z axis for,
- Motorized axis for Z up and down control
- Or, solenoid and air pressure control for Z up and down
- or, laser control for on and off AND MODULATED
Still, I am not sure that I understood correctly. My understanding based on the above post is that LinkMotion is compatible with step/direction controller/driver, isn't it. Is your demo fully functional and just limited on time?

Thank you.

Zoltan

[CNCadmin]

I'm using linkmotion on my new cnc laser which is servo.

[DennisCNC]

Dhiren,

My email is (dizoita AT yahoo DOT com)

If possible I would also like to try the demo.

Thanks

[DS420]

Already information was sent to Zoltan. We will be sending it to DennisCNC soon. Both will be sent pass words to download demo version of the LinkMotion.

Thanks for your interest.

Dhiren Shah
Solustan, Inc.