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SmoothStepper USB / Re: Minimum pc specs with Smooth stepper.

« on: August 04, 2009, 05:20:42 PM »

Ok Thanks,
I'm eyeing up a touch screeen pc with simlar specs using xp tablet.
Regards
Bart

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SmoothStepper USB / Minimum pc specs with Smooth stepper.

« on: August 04, 2009, 03:17:50 AM »

Hello Does anyone know what the mimimum pc specs for mach3 with Smooth stepper are?
Obviously the spec for Mach3 using a parallel port will be much more demanding than with smooth stepper.

Regards
Bart

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General Mach Discussion / Re: Computer Load Vs Hardware.. Smooth stepper etc.

« on: July 30, 2009, 02:20:03 PM »

Also From what i read its more the interrupt latency than cpu power that is the real issue here.
Thats why i've been looking for a Micro controller board to off load the timing issues.

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General Mach Discussion / Re: Computer Load Vs Hardware.. Smooth stepper etc.

« on: July 29, 2009, 05:31:01 PM »

Thank you all for your replys,
Mostly this machine will be CNC only however it is on a network and will be connecting back to a server.
to get the Cut files etc. I'm running 4000 count servos over 5mm lead ball screws so i will need i high pulse rate so will be looking at a hardware interface such as smooth stepper.

My main question really is Which hardware out there provides the best buffering etc
Regards
Bart

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General Mach Discussion / Computer Load Vs Hardware.. Smooth stepper etc.

« on: July 29, 2009, 03:59:54 AM »

Hello,
I'm New to MACH3 I've had a look for this info so sorry I've missed the thread.
I have read it is not recommended to run anything other applications while the MACH3 is running a job on the computer as it will mess up the pulse train out of the Motors  etc etc..... The reasons for this i understand and why this happens... My Question is.

IS THERE Hardware that SIGNIFICANTLY Buffers the stream so that This is no longer an issue
I want to be able to run other apps while MACH3 is Machining with out things going pear shape.

I Have been looking at the smooth stepper but is there any thing else out there that people recommend?

I AM Running Servos and Granet Controllers so want a fast Pulse rate.

Regards
Bart