I am new to this hobby and would like to build a simple cnc machine. I would though like to purchase the controller as a kit or completed product so I don't have to build it. Is this possible or am I out in left fielf here.
I am new to this hobby and would like to build a simple cnc machine. I would though like to purchase the controller as a kit or completed product so I don't have to build it. Is this possible or am I out in left fielf here.
I don't know why the address did not post but check out the 'links' you will find the info there . There are
numerous suppliers of the types of kits you need.
hope this helps
A lot of people use the Xylotex stepper drivers on small machines, http://www.xylotex.com .Some also use Geckos, http://www.geckodrive.com . The machine is actually controlled by software, such as TurboCNC, http://www.dakeng.com , or Mach2, http://www.artofcnc.ca
Gerry
UCCNC 2017 Screenset
http://www.thecncwoodworker.com/2017.html
Mach3 2010 Screenset
http://www.thecncwoodworker.com/2010.html
JointCAM - CNC Dovetails & Box Joints
http://www.g-forcecnc.com/jointcam.html
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http://www.embeddedtronics.com/microstep.html looks like a nice setup ifyour good with electronics
I found an outfit that had 3 steppers and a control card fo $160.00. I'll be danged if I can find it again. Does anyone know the web site?
Thanks
Just John
Could it have been www.stepperworld.com?
Paul F.
Thanks, I appreciate the help