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Mach Discussion => Mach4 General Discussion => Topic started by: frankg521 on January 04, 2018, 03:46:17 PM

Title: pulse train not smooth
Post by: frankg521 on January 04, 2018, 03:46:17 PM

I have just started a build and mach4 with Darwin. the pulse train is not smooth. also their is nose in the Darwin test
Art can you take a look and help. I have just spent $225 on mach4 and Darwin because I have had mach 3 for years with out a problem
Frank
How do I attach my Mach4 profile?

Title: Re: pulse train not smooth
Post by: Tweakie.CNC on January 05, 2018, 02:42:53 AM

Hi Frankg521,

Mach4 is quite demanding on a PC, particularly if that PC is required to provide the pulse train for Darwin operation. Some PC's can handle it and some can't so the best all-round solution is to use an external motion controller. OK it's a bit more expense but, you will find, it is well worth it in the long run.
There are many Mach4 motion controllers for you to choose from. I started out using Darwin now I use an ESS on one machine and a 57CNC on another, it is just a matter of choice (and of course, selecting one that offers good customer support).

Tweakie.

Title: Re: pulse train not smooth
Post by: frankg521 on January 05, 2018, 01:08:04 PM

so can I get my licence for Darwin refunded??

Title: Re: pulse train not smooth
Post by: Tweakie.CNC on January 06, 2018, 01:37:39 AM

I don't think so  :)

Tweakie.