On 2011-03-14, JB wrote:

"Ignoramus1540" wrote in message
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On 2011-03-14, JB wrote:
Having now tested my servos on the Shizuoka and found all working, I now
need to spec some servo drives. If I understand correctly, EMC can output
from the PC, (via a D/A card?), the necessary +/_10V analogue control
signals for the servo drive.
Would then these be suitable assuming that the rating is suited for my
motor
volts/current?
http://www.mclennan.co.uk/datasheets...wamplifier.pdf
I'll look into the encoders later this week.
Many thanks.
JB

PMD60 or DCD60 10/20 or 14/28 should work pretty well.

I have AMC 30A8 on all my five axes. They are similar to those
14/28. And they work great. Just a data point.

As it's the frim which will be buying these servo drives, I have to go to
VAT registered firm who can provide invoices, warranty etc. On the control
side, I may have to purchase directly from Pico in the US as I don't see any
European distributors for this kit.
What I'm trying to do is spec a system which others have already got working
ok with Linux/EMC2. I don't know Linux, so I really don't want hassle with
device drivers.
Nice to see the 3 main axes move under their own though :)

Congrats on getting the axes to move!

I have been very satisfied with this pico system, it does everything
that I want and I can concentrate on what I can do best -- which is
wiring and troubleshooting -- as opposed to screwing around with a
soldering iron. Jon's support has been good to date. It is also
extensible, as you can add more encoders, more D/A converters, etc. I
am already using input from six encoders, for example, and may add one
more.

i