Mach 2/3

[nev25]

I'm wondering what are the differences between MACH2 And MACH3

[ger21]

Start with mach2, add 2 years of constant development, and many, many added features, and you'll have Mach3.

[samakthachai]

Mach3, Import DXF on screen. In plasma mode. What's THC? Please advise.

[rustamd]

Originally Posted by samakthachai Mach3, Import DXF on screen. In plasma mode. What's THC? Please advise.

THC = Torch Height Control

[samakthachai]

Hello Rustam,
Thank you for your advice. What does THC means? Please advise me if
you know the concept. I just study plasma cnc.

[samakthachai]

I just start to study plasma CNC.

[rustamd]

I'm not so familiar with plasma systems, but as far as i know its the "Z" axis of the cnc plasma cutter. I believe it controls the heat that torch delivers to workpiece. Just do a little searching(search button on top of the page) and you will have all information you need. Also checkout plasma section.

[samakthachai]

Thanks

[samakthachai]

Hello Mach3 experter,
I have some question,
If I want to control this software with laser system,It can run both raster and vector method or not. I think it 's good on vector method but raster method ---> I am not sure. Who can advise me for this software?.
I found PWM signal on Mach3 and pulley ratio on port and pin tab.
It may compatible with laser control. Please advise me if anyone know
at this point.

[DennisCNC]

You are in luck, Art made a new plugin recently, at bottom of page for laser: http://www.artsoftcontrols.com/artsoft/plugin.htm

I tested it with a oscilloscope and output looks good. This will be another futur project for me a laser engraver.

[mikegaylor]

Originally Posted by samakthachai Hello Mach3 experter, I have some question, If I want to control this software with laser system,It can run both raster and vector method or not. I think it 's good on vector method but raster method ---> I am not sure. Who can advise me for this software?. I found PWM signal on Mach3 and pulley ratio on port and pin tab. It may compatible with laser control. Please advise me if anyone know at this point.

Take a look at our forum I have converted a laser to run on mach 3 using the spindle speed to vary the laser power. Works very well !!

http://www.cnczone.com/Forum/index.php?topic=17.0

Regards

Mike Gaylor