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  1. #1
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    Router project questions (lots)

    Ok, I new here. I just found this site a month ago after thinking about making a benchtop mill into CNC. I've been persueded not to try that. I have now acquired an old gantry table made by Techno-Isel. I called the company to ask about info and computer requirement, software etc. I got a response that I would need to upgrade to servos instead of stepper motors and it would only cost $5k. I really want to use this hardware as it is. I have the table with the motors, the drive powersupply and the interface card for a PC. I have found a PC that will take the card and run in DOS or Windows 98. I now need software and drivers for the PC. Can any one direct me as to how to proceed to get this project running. I want to use this setup to do some engraving. Sorry for the long post.

    LJG

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    You'll need to post more specific info on your drives and interface, as well as motor specs. If your drives accept step/direction signals, you have a lot of options. If not, it may be easier and cheaper to get new drives.
    Gerry

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