On Sun, 2007-10-14 at 12:50 -0600, Sebastian Kuzminsky wrote: > Kirk Wallace <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Apparently, Pluto is not available anymore. Are there any alternatives? > > Are there firmware files available that would allow me to make my own? > > The Pluto-P will apparently be available in December: > > <http://www.knjn.com/ShopBoards_Parallel.html> > > > The interfaces supported by EMC are listed here: > > <http://wiki.linuxcnc.org/cgi-bin/emcinfo.pl?EMC2_Supported_Hardware> > > > Looks like Pico Systems are the only parallel-port based alternative.
I have a Pico PWM controller on my lathe. I have looked closely at the 5i20 for my mill. But, I like the balance of features and cost on the Pluto for something I can keep in the lab for experimenting. > Then there are some PCI-based options, the MesaNet 5i20 comes highly > recommended but it's quite a bit more expensive at $200. > > > Am I the only one who wishes for a Pluto-P with screw-terminals on the > board instead of a ribbon-cable header? I am with you on this one. I much prefer screw terminals. -- Kirk Wallace (California, USA http://www.wallacecompany.com/machine_shop/ Hardinge HNC lathe Bridgeport mill conversion pending Zubal lathe conversion pending) ------------------------------------------------------------------------- This SF.net email is sponsored by: Splunk Inc. Still grepping through log files to find problems? Stop. Now Search log events and configuration files using AJAX and a browser. Download your FREE copy of Splunk now >> http://get.splunk.com/ _______________________________________________ Emc-users mailing list Emc-users@lists.sourceforge.net https://lists.sourceforge.net/lists/listinfo/emc-users
