Hi guys,
I have a 1998 Multicam M1 1200x1200.
The machine seems solid and goes OK, although I do wish it had some sort of homing sensors. My main gripe is the ancient software, Toolpath and CASmate, that run on Windows 98.
As the carcass of the machine is sound, I intend replace the electronics for a more modern system that would allow me to use:
1- More up to date computer and software, I used Mach3 and Cut 2D with my previous CNC6040, so I'm thinking a similar setup. and
2- Install some kind of homing sensors.
3- I do like the touch pad controller that is attached to the machine, so want some kind of similar pendant/ touch pad controller at the machine rather than doing it all from the computer.
I'm not electronics savvy, but have started to research breakout boards and motion controllers etc. But have little idea how it all goes together. Does all the electronics go into the computer housing or can some of it go into the existing housing that is under the router base? Is it possible to keep the current pendant touch pad controller or do I have to completely bypass all the old electronics and start from scratch, apart from the motors?
Any help would be great, even to point me in the right direction.
Cheers
Pari