I am finally getting around to start my CNC conversion. The old TSR-80 computer does not work. There are so many options for the step motor drives. I want a good quality accurate and smooth drive.
I really like the Gecko G540 because it it all one self contained unit but seems pricy at $300. The preassembled drives from PROBOTIX is a better option at $35 for each axis. I am not really too sure about the $65 3-Axis drive from HobbyCNC.
www.hobbycnc.com
http://www.probotix.com/stepper_motor_drivers/
http://www.geckodrive.com/product.aspx?c=3&i=14469
What does the Gecko or PROBOTIX have that the Hobbycnc version does not?
Is Gecko G540 a really good drive?
What are other good quality drive (less then $300) for controlling the 3-Axis?