On 2012-02-18, Michael A. Terrell wrote:

Ignoramus23204 wrote:

On 2012-02-18, Michael A. Terrell wrote:

Ignoramus23626 wrote:

If I bought it, I would junk the old control even if it was not yet
broken.

First, electronics that is that old would not be reliable. Second,
this is a very old and obsolete control, compared to the PC based
controls (Mach3 and especially EMC2).


That is your choice, but you can't repair the electronics without
step by step instructions. There are 80 year old pieces of electronics
still in use, and a good tech can keep them working.


It may make sense for other types of devices, but old CNC controls, I
think, are not worth the effort. I am beyond happy with my EMC2 setup.


Good for you, but not everyone gives up that easy. Some take pride
in workmanship and their ability to do 'what can't be done'.

And I take pride in having built a well working CNC control.

i