djh
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Post by djh on Nov 7, 2019 22:56:48 GMT
What GRBL software is the best in yall's opinion?
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Post by Bruce on Nov 9, 2019 4:20:25 GMT
GRBL is the control software running in the Arduino Uno that receives and runs G-code programs for the toolpath. The latest version is 1.1.
The other types of software is the G-code sender like Universal G-Code Sender, runs on the pc. Does what the name implies, sends G-code to the Arduino Uno controller.
Then there is CAD software, Computer Aided Design. This would be Fusion 360, VCarve Pro, or Aspire that you use to create your part. Then it will also generate the CAM, Computer-Aided Manufacturing which creates the toolpath (G-Code).
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djh
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Post by djh on Nov 12, 2019 1:22:21 GMT
Thank you for clearing that up. It is sometimes difficult to communicate intelligently when you don't know the correct terms for what you mean.... What I should have said is: What is the best or most functional GCode SENDER to use. Are there some that are better than others?
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Post by Bruce on Nov 13, 2019 2:38:11 GMT
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Post by squared on Nov 17, 2019 21:17:28 GMT
I was thinking of getting the MegaV plasma. My question is, what do you use to control the plasma cutter since it works a little bit differently than a CNC router. Specifically what controls the automatic torch height, plasma on off and how do you easily add lead-ins. I used to run an old Torchmate and they had a very easy interface rearranging cut order and adding lead-ins. Can all of this be done in Fusion 360? If so, could someone point me toward a video tutorial?
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maury
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Post by maury on Nov 17, 2019 23:37:02 GMT
I would like to add CANDLE to your list of senders (Denvi/Candle on Github). I run it on both a windows 7 and Windows 10 laptops. Very simple and stable. I've done many 3+ hour jobs with it and never a problem. Good progress viewer too.
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Post by Bruce on Nov 18, 2019 4:00:45 GMT
I would like to add CANDLE to your list of senders (Denvi/Candle on Github). I run it on both a windows 7 and Windows 10 laptops. Very simple and stable. I've done many 3+ hour jobs with it and never a problem. Good progress viewer too. Thanks Maury, I'll add it to my list. |
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Post by Bruce on Nov 18, 2019 4:08:39 GMT
I was thinking of getting the MegaV plasma. My question is, what do you use to control the plasma cutter since it works a little bit differently than a CNC router. Specifically what controls the automatic torch height, plasma on off and how do you easily add lead-ins. I used to run an old Torchmate and they had a very easy interface rearranging cut order and adding lead-ins. Can all of this be done in Fusion 360? If so, could someone point me toward a video tutorial? I think the plasma control will work similar to the Laser Mode, which does control on/off and intensity control of the laser. Torch height would be controlled with the Z axis stepper motor just as it does with a router. |
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Post by btreichel on Nov 18, 2019 4:24:26 GMT
I would like to add CANDLE to your list of senders (Denvi/Candle on Github). I run it on both a windows 7 and Windows 10 laptops. Very simple and stable. I've done many 3+ hour jobs with it and never a problem. Good progress viewer too. Thanks Maury, I'll add it to my list. |
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