Not sure if this is a Mach4 question or G-Rex

[srbliss]

But here is goes.
I am converting a Bridgeport Boss 5 to servo's and Machx. I want to use separate MPG's to contol each axis (instead of one MPG and a selector switch.)
Can I use the encoder inputs (the A,B and C axis) on the G-rex to accept MPG inputs to drive the X,Y and Z axis?

If so it also looks like the G-rex can be run in autonomous mode and be controlled with the MPG's to make a pseudo manual mill.
Steve

[ger21]

First, don't make duplicate poosts, it's against forum rules.

Mach4 isn't finished yet, and I doubt that would work at this time, but I'd imagine that this will be implemented when it's finished (2-3 months, probably). Best to email Art directly and ask, but he's been on vacation and it may take him a week or so to get caugh up. fenerty@artofcnc.ca

[ger21]

If you plan on actuall using the MPGG's to do manual milling, it seems to me that using MDI mode would be much simpler.

[pstockley]

You can't use the parallel port and the GRex together, it is either one or the other. I got clarification from art on this.

[turmite]

Gerry I think it would be a lot easier to turn a handle that to type all the info into the MDI. I may be misunderstanding what is wanted here but I think he wants a manual/cnc mill and the mpg's would do that.

Mike

ps wouldn't it?

[ger21]

I think it's a matter of personal preference, but I think for actual milling, MDI would give better results. jmo.

[srbliss]

Yep, that is what I want to do. If the inputs could be mapped to Mach it should work. I don't want to be typing when I am milling something, just turn the handles.

Originally Posted by turmite Gerry I think it would be a lot easier to turn a handle that to type all the info into the MDI. I may be misunderstanding what is wanted here but I think he wants a manual/cnc mill and the mpg's would do that. Mike ps wouldn't it?

[srbliss]

I still don't kwow if it's a Mach or a Gecko question. And I have read the manuals.

[ger21]

Sorry about the mix up. I accidentally changed your post when I meant to reply to it.
I was saying that it's a question of whether or not Mach4 will have this feature. I'm pretty sure it will.