Z axis design for PLASMA (Torch Height Control) THC control with Masso, does one actually work.
- Thread starter lilow
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Hi Lilow
Looking at the website and manual for this THC it appears to be incompatible with Massos built in THC feature. This unit outputs step and direction to drive a stepper motor directly to control Z axis height instead of up and down signals like the Proma.
This doesn't mean you can't use it. You can use it to control the Z axis directly by removing the Z axis from Masso. Masso then takes care of the X & Y as well as turning on and off the arc. You will not be able to use Masso to raise and lower the Z axis or use the touch off function using this setup.
Alternatively you might be able to create a 2nd Z axis to attach to the current Z axis under control of Masso for general raising, lowering and touch off. The 2nd under the control of your THC for use while cutting. I admit to being no expert on Plasma and THC's but this is my take on it based on what i have read.
Hope this helps.
Cheers
Peter
Looking at the website and manual for this THC it appears to be incompatible with Massos built in THC feature. This unit outputs step and direction to drive a stepper motor directly to control Z axis height instead of up and down signals like the Proma.
This doesn't mean you can't use it. You can use it to control the Z axis directly by removing the Z axis from Masso. Masso then takes care of the X & Y as well as turning on and off the arc. You will not be able to use Masso to raise and lower the Z axis or use the touch off function using this setup.
Alternatively you might be able to create a 2nd Z axis to attach to the current Z axis under control of Masso for general raising, lowering and touch off. The 2nd under the control of your THC for use while cutting. I admit to being no expert on Plasma and THC's but this is my take on it based on what i have read.
Hope this helps.
Cheers
Peter