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by markbresler
Thu May 19, 2022 6:51 am
Forum: Reader Projects
Topic: Building a CNC Router
Replies: 7
Views: 60553

Re: Building a CNC Router

ok thanks
by markbresler
Wed May 18, 2022 9:13 am
Forum: Reader Projects
Topic: Building a CNC Router
Replies: 7
Views: 60553

Re: Building a CNC Router

Yes, I realize encoders are not needed with stepper motors if you don't ask them to go so fast or torque so they lose steps, I guess my question is are there efficiency, simplicity, or cost benefits of using steppers vs DC motors and encoders?
Thanks
by markbresler
Tue May 17, 2022 7:28 pm
Forum: Reader Projects
Topic: Building a CNC Router
Replies: 7
Views: 60553

Building a CNC Router

Hi, I have been watching a lot of YouTube videos about building CNC machines as I would like to drill holes in 1/8" wood sheets precisely for LED strips to shine through. Many years ago I used the LM629 motion control chip from National Semiconductor to have controlled motion using a brushed DC...