NEW – preview of PoBlocks 2.0
We present a new version of our graphical programming tool PoBlocks – PoBlocks 2.0. Let us present some of the new features. Block groups Now, multiple blocks can be grouped together into a single...
View ArticlePlasma cutter troubleshooting guide
In this blog we tried to list the most common plasma troubleshooting issues and help you to get on your way. Our goal is to help our customers as fast as possible in simple and exactly. This is reason...
View ArticlePlasma cutting equipment
In this blog we presents CNC plasma cutting equipment (electronics) such a THC[PlasmaSens, PlasmaSensOut, PlasmaDivider], CNC controller, AdapterBoard. Equipment which is needed for working with CNC...
View ArticleWhat is CNC Plasma Z-axis [Floating head] & benefits of it
In this blog we tried to present you Floating head – Z axis. In the last Blogs we give you some useful information about CNC plasma cutting: Which CNC plasma electronics you need, CNC Controller, How...
View ArticleIntroduction to CNC hardware & Pokeys USB CNC controller
New to USB CNC Controllers, PoKeys57CNC and PoKeys electronics. Don’t worry, here you can find complete introduction to CNC hardware and some basics schematics of PoKeys USB CNC motion controller,...
View ArticleWhat is PCB tester PoStep25-256 & How to test PCB with it – PoLabs
We present NEW PCB tester& How does it work and How to test PCB. Presenting you a tester device from the idea to useful custom made device. For assembly the device we use PoKeys57u controller and...
View ArticlePoLabs received the AAA Golden Creditworthiness Certificate of Excellence
PoLabs has been awarded the Gold AAA Certificate of Excellence by the international organization Bisnode. One of Europe’s largest providers of business information which conducts credit rating...
View ArticleMach4 probing with PoKeys
If you ever used a CNC machine you probably know how time consuming setting up the next job is. Mach4 probing significantly reduces set up time while being a very simple solution. At the end of...
View ArticleCNC plasma electronics [How to connect CNC plasma voltage divider]
We present our latest project CNC plasma cutter. The main focus is CNC plasma electronics: CNC plasma cutter voltage divider, PoKeys57CNC, sensors, adapters. Also wiring diagram of whole CNC plasma...
View ArticleCNC tool setter with PoKeys and Mach4
Setting tool offsets and measuring tool lengths can be quite frustrating and prone to errors when using a CNC machine. CNC tool setter with reliable probing routine can significantly reduce number of...
View ArticleRazvoj elektrostatičnega filtra za dimniške sisteme malih kurilnih naprav...
Operacija je bila za sofinanciranje izbrana na Javnem razpisu »Spodbude za raziskovalno razvojne projekte NOO« (JR RRI NOO). Naziv projekta: Razvoj elektrostatičnega filtra za dimniške sisteme malih...
View ArticleCNC chatter – how to remove it and improve cut quality
CNC machines have limits to how far you can push them. Usually crossing that limit results in bad surface finish and vibrations during cutting. CNC chatter is the result of poor performance of the...
View ArticleCurrent measurement with oscilloscope – how to?
Yes, you can measure current with oscilloscope and current measurement with oscillsocope does not only tell you the instantaneous value of the current but gives you the time changing waveform from...
View ArticleStepper motor current in OLD vs. NEW drivers
Do you want to better understand the stepper motors, stepper motor drivers and how they work? What is the difference between RMS and PEAK current? We want to present to you the advantages of the new...
View ArticleDIY filament sensor for your 3D printer
What if you run out of filament on the 24 hour print? Can your printer detect it and act accordingly? We offer and explain the unique solution with DIY filament sensor. It is reliable and can benefit...
View ArticleMicroscope LED light – Mantis Compact microscope
We had a problem with unreliable operation of the microscope LED light on our microscope for PCB inspection and assembly. LED boards were constantly dying and we decided to develop and properly...
View ArticleBacklash compensation – how to make your machine more precise
With CNC machines, one can assume the absolute accuracy as high as the control shows. Sometimes the theoretical resolution can be in fractions of the microns. But is it also as precise in reality? How...
View ArticleCNC machine keyboard – benefits and usability
We want to present you the CNC accessory that you might find very useful as well as beneficial to add to your machine – CNC machine keyboard. Why would you need CNC keyboard Having a Mach4 CNC machine...
View ArticleMach3 & Mach4 laser cutter (engraver) with PoKeys
Do you want to build DIY Mach4 laser cutter with PoKeys CNC controller? Read this post to find out how to configure the Mach4 as well as plugin and all the signals.. Components for DIY Mach4 Laser...
View ArticleCNC plasma cutter setup – introduction
This is general introduction to plasma cutter setup and equipment with explanation of most commonly used nomenclature in that field. We will present the electronics that we offer for THC – torch...
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