Thread: G-Code Sender
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24-07-2017 #1
Guys
I have just purchased a CNC XPRO CONTROLLER V3. I'm looking for a G-Code sender for this controller. Mach3 is not compatible. I prefer something for nothing (don't we all) but would pay for the right bit of kit.
All suggestions will be welcome.
Mac or PC
Thanks
Tony
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24-07-2017 #2
I see on their website they use CamBam, well have a look at this plugin for it; http://www.cambam.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=6482.0
Then download a trial version here; http://www.cambam.info/downloads/
get this version; 0.9.8.P Released 22 Sep 2015 build 0.9.5729.19316 Rev P
It's not free but you will struggle to find anything cheaper that is anywhere near as good, it's the only CAM software I use.Last edited by EddyCurrent; 24-07-2017 at 06:43 PM.
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24-07-2017 #3
Thank-you!
Is that a G-Code sender?
Sorry don't have any idea, I think I have the process but not sure what software does what at the moment.
I'm planning to use Inkscape to create the svg file and Makercam to create the G-code do I then use CamBam to send the G-code to the controller?
Tony
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24-07-2017 #4
You need to use Universal G-Code Sender or GRBL Controller 3.
https://github.com/winder/Universal-G-Code-Sender
http://zapmaker.org/projects/grbl-controller-3-0/Gerry
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24-07-2017 #5
CamBam does CAD and g-code, you shouldn't need any other software, you should take some time to read the CamBam thread I linked to.
Last edited by EddyCurrent; 24-07-2017 at 10:48 PM.
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24-07-2017 #6
Eddy, you should take the time to see what he has, and how it works.
He needs something to send the g-code to his GRBL controller.Last edited by Ger21; 24-07-2017 at 10:56 PM.
Gerry
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25-07-2017 #7
Gerry,
Maybe you could do the same, the plugin I linked to is called "GRBL v1.1 Machine Control and GCODE sender Plugin"
The Plugin installs a 3rd tab in CamBam's tabpanel. Inside the tab you'll find a couple of expanders:
Display --> Shows an LCD display with the most important, realtime, data directly from the machine
Production --> This will be the actual GCODE sender. It's filename is integrated with CamBam's generated CGCODE file
Jogging --> Lets you run around the machine, set it's working origin etc.
Console --> Shows a commandline, from which you can enter and send GCODE directly to the machine and a log window for the commununication between the Plugin and the machine.
Connection --> Lets you select a comport and connect really to the machine. It has an auto USB recognition feature
About --> Some words about the Plugin WinkSpelling mistakes are not intentional, I only seem to see them some time after I've posted
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