I have a 4 axis signal generator from a torchmate 2x2. The machine performed horribly after some time as a router only setup but i like the control system. Router and use was too heavy for the friction based bearing adjustments along with binding issues that even a new frame couldn't solve. I stripped it down and sold off the parts. All i have left is the signal generator an frame. Problem with the signal generator is one of the drives was blown. Testing the motors before i shipped them off, i didn't notice damage to the cable it after a spark the primary x axis channel doesn't work. I did notice on flashcut's site that they have a breakout board for the DB port and cable. Can i build a control box, preferably with geckos and a large power supply to run my 5x10 PRT shopbot. Add it to the system via a DB cable and breakout board. I know they also sell adapters to run other controllers via their signal generator. Which direction can i go and will it function properly this way even with a blown driver in the signal generator.
THanks
Regards
Randy