CNC THC Plasma Cutter – Mach4 settings and THC
If you want to use a CNC plasma cutter with Mach4 and would like to configure it, here is a quick guide on how to setup the THC (torch height controller). Table of Contents ToggleThe THC plasma cutter...
View ArticleCNC Plasma floating head – Z axis
In this blog post we are presenting you the plasma floating head for more precise cutting and how it can benefit your CNC plasma cutter with torch heigh control. Table of Contents ToggleWhat is CNC...
View ArticleWhat is CNC plasma cutting?
Table of Contents ToggleWhat are CNC plasma cutters used for?How does CNC plasma cutter work?Plasma cutting torchGas typesCNC plasma table frame and slats Fume control system Z axis and floating head...
View ArticleCNC wiring – general rules and best practices
Are you having problems with reliability of your machine or are you planning on making a DIY CNC and want to maket the electornics as reliable as possible? Here are some tips for CNC wiring your...
View ArticlePoKeys – augmenting the existing functionality using PoBlocks
This blog post will present an approach to implementing unique problem solutions that surpass the existing PoKeys device functionality. Although, PoKeys devices offer unparalleled configuration...
View ArticleBed of nails PCB testing – automated
We would like to present our technique of testing PCBs for reliability, functionality and to assure that they meet our standards – automated bed of nails PCB testing equipment. What is bed of nails...
View ArticleMotor position control with PoKeys devices – customer project
Do you have a project that demands position control of stepper motor or servo motor? Our easy to use PoKeys devices and PoBlocks programming software enables you to add position control with other...
View ArticlePoKeys57CNCpro4x25 – new CNC controller with drivers
The new PoKeys device is finally released – dedicated CNC controller with integrated stepper motor drivers and easy to use software and plugin. It is is a blend between general purpose PoKeys device,...
View ArticleWhy we use IDC connector for stepper motor connector?
On our PoKeys57CNC USB and ETHERNET motion controller, we use IDC connectors for connection of STEP, DIR and EN signals to the stepper or servo driver. There is a good reason why we decided to use...
View ArticlePlasmaSens torch height contol test
There is very simple way to test your PlasmaSens THC controller with our PoKeys application. Just connect the PlasmaSens to PoKeys57CNC and follow these steps for torch height control test. Connecting...
View ArticleTime delay switch with PoRelay8
We needed to automatically switch on the 5 heaters with time delay between each other. We used PoRelay8 as time delay switch that automatically switched on the heaters one after another. Why do we...
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