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  1. mikek10

    Motoman NX100 serial communication protocol

    I have quite a lot of experience using the Motocom32.dll files. This is for the XRC controller however, and may or may not relate to the NX100. Assuming it does you would need to purchase the motocom32 package from motoman which includes a security dongle to avoid non-licensed use.
  2. mikek10

    Leading edge

    Leading edge means the timer starts when the signal is low then becomes high. Trailing edge means the timer starts when the signal is high then goes low
  3. mikek10

    Time study software

    Out of interest what kind of machines? The company I work for invented all electric bending machines in order to reduce setup time compared with hudraulic machines
  4. mikek10

    XP 32 bit on AMD Turion 64x2 - Mouse coursor freezes intermittently

    Try re-installing drivers for mouse? Possibly re-installation of windows in the extreme. @IRStuff, I don't get why you reply to every post in the general computing forums with "post at tek-tips" a) why not give folk here the chance to reply first b) if this forum is not meant for such questions...
  5. mikek10

    programing a timer

    What PLC? Are you sure the instance you are using is in the same units?
  6. mikek10

    I need Toyota CAD Data - Any suggestions?

    I agree with last poster. You are simply not going to get drawings and must reverse engineer
  7. mikek10

    how many circles can be contained within a rectangle

    Take a look at http://books.google.co.uk/books?id=qLekBAZUJloC&pg=PA184&lpg=PA184&dq=regulations+cables+conduit+iee+size&source=web&ots=nK74fvg7QV&sig=o-SPMYXVW4iABSHkcBWVIiuCsgc&hl=en
  8. mikek10

    comms check

    You can get USB to serial converters (232/422/485) from easysync, they usually deliver next day. Programing-wise they are just like a standard comm port
  9. mikek10

    Computer hibernation with hardware connected

    With robust drivers / software it *shouldn't* matter. However best is remain plugged in until power back up.
  10. mikek10

    Upgrading an existing servo system

    Lots of people can do what you need, my curreny fave is baldor. Ask for stuart calvert
  11. mikek10

    For next loop on Compactlogix

    I totally disagree with the last poster, using the same code makes perfect sense in many applications. However I agree with marshg 100%, and would like to add that you should learn ladder logic - it is incredibly simple
  12. mikek10

    home plc

    S7-200 is more than capable for any "home" application IMHO. What advanced features do you think the OP requires that justifies spending extra cash? Also s7-200 is a damn site better than any modicon (again my personal opinion), some people love Modicon, I just don't see why.
  13. mikek10

    Multiplex Comm1 in PC

    I would tell your customer that they need to upgrade the PC as part of the package. This will also give them a fall back position - should anything go wrong with the upgrade the existing system is unchanged. It will also make your life easier as much of the work can be done at base rather than...
  14. mikek10

    What did we use before encoders?

    You mean potentiometer?
  15. mikek10

    home plc

    Here is a Logo http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/SIEMENS-LOGO-PLC-WITH-EXPANSION-MODULE-MORE-I-O_W0QQitemZ290222359398QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item290222359398 and S7 200 http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/SIEMENS-S7-200-SIMATIC-PLC-CPU-222_W0QQitemZ290222358028QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item290222358028
  16. mikek10

    home plc

    I would look for siemens s7 200 series or possibly even logo depending on your experience and number of IO. Both have all the features you need as standard. Logo you can even enter simple programs through onboard keypad, very different to a standard PLC but for occasional users can be ideal.
  17. mikek10

    raed from serial port

    You would need the information on the communucation protocol from the manufacturers. RS232 is the wiring but doesn't define the actual message structure.
  18. mikek10

    source for small belts and pulleys

    I would try posting in a different board that is more relevant. Maybe "Transmission, Driveline, Hybrid Drive engineering"?
  19. mikek10

    Contact Switches to trigger text output, need help

    Just have a loop monitoring the switch and sending the message when relevant
  20. mikek10

    Supplying current to locked DC motor

    Or to solve the original problem anti-vibration mounts or a cam / toggle mechanism to give mechanical advantage?

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