State of the Group

* Final paper word document is on my dropbox. If you're not a member of the shared folder, email me (Jordan). * We got the $2000 macro code for free! Hooray!

Current Method

* Extract the 5 “Additional Axis” from the 2nd serial port as 4800 baud data streams with an Arduino. * Arduino generates PWM signal for laser power supply based on data read from the CNC. * Hook up digital switches and analog sensors to Arduino input pins. (Eg, temp sensors, door switches)

Bill Of Materials

Part Name Price URL Remarks
Amphenol MS3106F20-29P $24.75 product page Needed only for testing. Not for final bill.
Amphenol MS3106F20-29S $31.16 product page Needed only for testing. Not for final bill.
Arduino Main Board $30.00 adafruit Lima had one of these in his office.
Can style power connector $3.00 adafruit I'm sure we have one
Molex extension cable $3.99 product page We already have one.
Microswitches ~$3 per switch I'm sure we have tons in the J-Lab
Our Final Cost Everyone Else (est)
$55.91 $50

Resources

From Operator's Manual

Plans for next meeting