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  1. 02-17-2008, 01:22 PM #1
    MGeo
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    Slave Axes in TuroCNC?

    Hello,

    I was wondering if anyone knew if it is possible to slave axes in TurboCNC, so that a 4th (A) axis is geared 1:1 to the X axis for example.

    George
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  2. 02-17-2008, 02:09 PM #2
    ger21
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    At one time, I read that you could define two separate X axis that would move together, but if I recall correctly, they wouldn't jog together. Another workaround is two connect the step and direction signals from a single X axis to two separate drives. This may or may not work if your port can't supply enough current to run two drives. A 3rd option is to use the new drive being developed by a member here, which can slave axis in the drive itself.
    http://www.cnczone.com/forums/showthread.php?t=33756
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