New Machine Build- What machine description to use?

[mx2]

Hi another newbi

What machine description do I use for a home made cnc router.

I am, using Mach3. its 4 axis with two steppers on the X.


Thanks Matt

[John_B]

Wrong forum, try woodworking router forum.

[mx2]

Hmm Thanks thought it was a mastercam forum, my bad

[sandiegocadcam]

the default fanuc will work for you. i run mach3 with a slightly modified fanuc post.

[John_B]

Actually "my bad" (sorry, hate that phrase). I thought you were speaking of a different concept, I didn't catch that you were asking about a machine definition.

Sorry, John

[mx2]

Thanks San I'll try the default.

" and yes John ""my bad rates"" with DUDE "

[cadcam]

Originally Posted by sandiegocadcam the default fanuc will work for you. i run mach3 with a slightly modified fanuc post.

Hey when did you build a CNC? is this at the office or your garage?

[sandiegocadcam]

garage. got a few different designs now. mach3 handles up to 6 axis machines.