Hello, I’m new here.
I do no if I’m in the right place, for question.
So I pickup Sainsmart CNC 3018-Mx3. Which my understanding is compatible with Mach3 software, but the controller board that come with it, It's USB Interface, my purpose to learn to use a CNC machine is to do acrylic work. So far I learned that the controller board is not a good choice. So what I would like to do is upgrade the controller board. That will communicate the right way with Mach3. So I’m looking on AMAZON and I see different controllers that are parallel interface price range from $50 to $100. So the CNC Machine that I hive it's (SainSmart Genmitsu CNC Router Machine 3018-MX3), has 3 axis and spindle 12v DC to 48v 10000 rpm, plus limit switch’s install. The PCS Controller board Model# MC3D3-V2.1 BOARD. Can anyone recommend a controller with Parallel Interface. I’m just a beginner., I haven’t purchase the software yet. But I’ve been watching a lot of YouTube videos and how to use Mach3 with a parallel controller. It seems like this is the best way to go.
Great help is appreciated.
SainSmart Genmitsu CNC Router Machine 3018-MX3)
Model# MC3D3-V2.1 / Mach3 cintroller for mini CNC
Windows 10 Pro 1909build
Intel 7800x /x299
32Gb mem
I/O LPT PCS install
Mach3 Demo.
Fusion 360 Demo
My plan it to upgrade:
Controller: to Parallel
A better Spindle motor.