Hello gentlemen,
I have a Shizuoka mill with Bandit III control. It has been a constant source of problem since the day I bought it. I would like to replace it with Mach3. The tough part is I am an absolute novice with electronics & electrical stuff. With the exception of replacing AA battries in my tv remote control, I am clueless about circuitry. Please help me out with very basic information.
Apart from aquiring a Mach3 software, what components do I need to purchase?
macona,
'You can interface to a PC either through the parallel port or a Gecko G100 and connect that tot he amps with Skyko pixies.'
What is a tot he amps, Geko G100 & skyko pixies? Can I get these components at a computer store or do I have to get it at a speciality store?
'You will have to add encoders to the motors for positional feedback if there are none. I used Opto 22 modules to control all the contactors for servo power, fwd/rev, coolant, ect. Actually a very simple job.'
Is adding an encoder another electronic component I need to purchase & where do I attach it to?
I have been told, the machine comes with servo motors. According to many forums, servo motors are better than stepper motors. Therefore, I'd like to retain these servo motors.
sorry for the long questions. My CNC Shizuoka / Bandit / Summit tool changer is malfunctioning at will & the cost of getting the Bandit repair guy to my location regularly is very costly. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Regards
Marcus