I've been using the microLynx 4 from Intelligent Motion Systems (http://www.imshome.com/lynx_family.html). They have serial protocol and an internal language. You can either write code internal to the device and use digital lines from a LabVIEW DAQ Device to toggle and subsequently run predefined routines or use the direct serial communications to run your routine. The cost isn't too bad for the device with all the features/flexibility you get out of the box.
-----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of George Gatling (Contractor) Sent: Tuesday, May 18, 2004 2:42 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Intelligent Stepper Drives I am building some linear stages to be controlled by labview... the application is fairly distributed, so PCI cards and drives are not so convenient. I am looking for a 1 or 2 axis stepper drive with integrated controller and RS232 or ethernet communication. The motors are fairly small (3 amps currently). The market seems saturated with stuff for the hobbiest, but I am looking for something a little more industrial and use out of the box. Anyone know of products like this? George Gatling Applied Technology Division, SFA Inc. Space Physics Simulation Chamber US Naval Research Laboratory 202-404-5405 (phone) 202-767-3553 (fax) If trees could scream, would we be so cavalier about cutting them down? We might, if they screamed all the time, for no good reason. --Jack Handy =========================================================== The information in this email is confidential, and is intended solely for the addressee(s). Access to this email by anyone else is unauthorized and therefore prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient you are notified that disclosing, copying, distributing or taking any action in reliance on the contents of this information is strictly prohibited and may be unlawful. ===========================================================
