LinuxCNC with OKUMA OSP MX-55VA

Hi all!

I was asked by friend to help him modernize the above mentioned machine.
It is still fully operational but programming it is PITA.
We would like to use something modern and not break the bank.

That's what got me here.

I am IT guy with some basic CNC understanding.
I also have available Advantech PPC-L106 R70-XE industrial panel PC we could use but that might be an overkill.
Laptop on the side would be perfectly acceptable.

I am 100% confident I could install LinuxCNC but configuring it to work safely with that machine might be a steep learning curve.

Any pointers in ht right direction are highly appreciated.

And now excuse me, I have reading to do.
linuxcnc.org/docs/stable/html/getting-st...#sec:config-launcher



Best regards from Croatia!

First thing you want to find out is what kind of signal interface the axes and spindle drives use (ie analog +-10V, step/direction, serial interface) that will then largely dictate the options to go forward.

Thanks!
I'll visit the machine tomorrow and try to identify details that you mentioned.

Good morning, my friend. Unfortunately, there won't be a ready-made cake recipe. Each machine requires a different methodology. I would start by studying the electrical part of the machine, to find out how many inputs and outputs it has, then how many movements it has, and finally which devices will be used. With this, you can get an idea of ​​which electronic boards from the manufacturer Mesa  store.mesanet.com/ will be necessary for the Retrofit. If you post the electrical part on this forum, we can help you.

Please don't create multiple threads about the same topic as it will invariably create confusion. I have deleted your other thread.
Thanks

[edit]
Moved the above post over from the deleted thread.

Another thread not a post.

Sorry guys! I did not realize I managed to post twice.
I have no idea how I managed to do it because it was definitely not intentional.

Plans have changed so next visit on Saturday.