What is involved in converting to DeskCNC from the MAXNC controller
software? Can I toggle back and forth between the 2 if I wanted to?


"Fred Smith" wrote in message
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On Sat, 2 Aug 2003 08:52:41 -0700, "Brent Welch"
wrote:

The MAX software outputs a MAX Gcode file that then MAX converts to a
..dxf
format. Would the DeskCNC probe still provide the same file then? I am
having problems with the dxf file converting it to a surface and a solid.

There is no difference in the output from the software, except that
the DeskCNC probe is more durable, accurate and reliable than the one
that you have now. If you continue to use MaxNC, you will have the
same output. The DeskCNC probe uses a standard commercial probe
stylus mount so you can purchase different tip sizes from most
industrial distributors.

If you convert to the DeskCNC controller software, instead of the
MaxNC, you will automatically receive an .STL file, as a Surface,
rather than a DXF file with the points joined by lines, or a point
cloud.

Most capable CAM programs will be able to create a toolpath, scale,
rotate, translate, etc from the DeskCNC scanned file. (The DeskCNC
software can also perform these functions using the scanned file.)



Best Regards,

Fred Smith
IMService


"Fred Smith" wrote in message
.. .
As of this date the DeskCNC, TP-100 touch trigger probe is released.

This device is a mechanical contact probe capable of scanning a
contoured surface at rates of 20,000 points or more per hour. It is
integrated with the DeskCNC controller and software program.
Routines,
within the DeskCNC software, permit jog selection of scanning zones
and then fully automated raster collection of surface data,
resulting
in the creation of a machinable, .STL file.

The probe has a precision, 2 mm, ruby tip for reduced wear and
increased accuracy. The shank is 3/8 inch diameter, to accommodate
the
capacities of the small desktop mills such as the Sherline, Taig,
and
MaxNC. With an expected useful life in excess of 10,000,000 data
points, it is suitable for both commercial and hobby use.

In addition to the probing capabilities, the package also includes a
base and contact tip that converts the probe into a precision tool
length setter. In this mode tool lengths are automatically measured
and recorded in the DeskCNC tool table.

Price is $399 in single quantities, DeskCNC customers are eligible
for
a discounted price of $275.

Some pictures and additional information is available at:

http://www.imsrv.com/deskcnc/probe.htm

The probe and tool setter will be on display at the Iron Fever
Exhibition in York, PA, USA, on August 9-10, 2003.

The IMService area will also display Vector XT Cad-Cam, and the new
DeskCNC servo drive system. In addition to the surface scanning, we
will be demonstrating waterline and tip radius compensated surface
scans with DeskCNC and the new probe.

If you are in the area, stop in and say hi! It's next weekend.

Best Regards, Fred Smith- IMService

Hobby discounts and offers are at:
http://www.imsrv.com/hobby

We are THE source for low cost Cad Cam