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  1. 11-28-2012, 02:37 AM #1
    tjskcnc
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    Add 5th axis to G540

    I have a G540 on my cnc controlling the X, Y, and Z, with A slaved to the Y axis for two motors moving the X-axis gantry. All my drivers are committed, but I need to add a second Z axis to my system for a 2 headed cnc (one head drilling, one cutting.) How can I add a fifth axis without giving up my G540?
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  2. 11-28-2012, 03:39 AM #2
    ger21
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    Add another parallel port, and get a breakout board and G251.
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  3. 11-28-2012, 02:41 PM #3
    p38nut
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    Talking 5th driver

    Quote Originally Posted by ger21 View Post
    Add another parallel port, and get a breakout board and G251.
    What he said.:cheers:
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