Re: MASSO and the KRMx02
When I first got the MASSO, I had it hooked up to one of my smaller machines. I could not afford down time on my KRMx02. I did a lot of testing. I found some show stopper bugs, that they promptly fixed. Once it got to a state that I felt was comfortable I moved it over to my KRMx02. And that is where I am now.
I have been using Mach3 for years and have written many macros and wizards. Mach 3 has so many features that no standalone controller can stackup feature for feature, but there is something to be said about powering up the system and a few seconds later its ready to run a job.
The folks at hind technology have been very responsive. They work on the bugs first, but are willing to add features. I did purchase this unit and since the KRMx02 requires a 5axis MASSO it cost me $575, I have no shortage of PCs with WIN7 all configured for CNC, so the MASSO is not a lot of benefit for me. Its my hopes that my KRMx02 builders will have yet another option if all works out.
So far it is. I have been able to work through little issues here and there. I just got a SuperPID connected and working with the MASSO and will be posting that real soon. I will also be connecting a VFD as well.
Author of: The KRMx01 CNC Books, The KRMx02 CNC Books, The KRmc01 CNC Milling Machine Books, and Building the HANS Electric Gear Clock. All available at www.kronosrobotics.com