First time CNC builder here... need advice.
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27 Aug 2019 00:36 #143264
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The gecko g540 is an option also
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27 Aug 2019 00:37 #143266
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I got one off Amazon for mine. It was 6$
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Yes i just checked one of my old AM3 MOBO and it does infact have a LPT header. I would just need a ribbin cable if that. thank you again!
I got one off Amazon for mine. It was 6$
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27 Aug 2019 01:47 #143269
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I just ordered 4 tb6600 drivers from Amazon. Was way cheaper than the gecko 540. Thank you for all the quick replys!
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28 Aug 2019 23:52 - 28 Aug 2019 23:53 #143508
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Okay so all my parts should be here tmrrw. I'm hoping just to set up a test bench and then jogging the motors from software and what not. My next question is. What is a great CAM software to get familiar with? I have some experience with AutoCAD from my college days is there any software out there that can use .dwg files to convert them to G code?
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29 Aug 2019 08:14 #143536
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Fusion360 from Autodesk, it should be free for students and stuff. I never used it.
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29 Aug 2019 19:43 #143593
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Fusion is free under a startup licence, it's cloud based.
It has parametric modelling and can make tool paths
It has parametric modelling and can make tool paths
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30 Aug 2019 07:21 #143637
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Also look at onshape. its really cloud based and free if you share your work as open source. You can even use it on your phone!
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