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Novakon
Yes, we have thought about its use. As far as damage, are you referring to damage to the machine or to the parts in work? The "missed steps" monitoring would most certainly make sure the cutting job didn't get out of control and wipe out your vise or nice fixture. The decision not to proceed was more due to cost versus interest. While it adds cost to the development pile, not many want to pay the extra to shovel the pile out the door. "Options" are great, but unless we see a clear desire by many customers, it doesn't make too much sense to spend much time on it.
For example, most of our machines are now AC servo and only a few expressed interest in the stepper versions of the Torus PRO and Pulsar. We may see a trend of customers wanting the stepper Pulsar down the road, but so far, virtually 100% want the servo Pulsar. Overall, a much better performing machine but very expensive components. Steppers are good performers and less expensive, just slower and there is a noticeable difference in sound....and of course, no feed back loop. It is a choice we offer to go servo or stepper since we install all the electronics prior to shipment.
I seem to be getting off the subject, but basically, if we have more demand for steppers and an interest in "step detection" circuitry, we can proceed with this again. Maybe it may be a good time to make a thread to poll the potential interest?
Regards,
Novakon Team