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Re: Unified tool head grip - 13 years ago
MarcusWolschon Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > So you suggest to include some wires that can > carry a larger current then a DIN9 (serial port) > connector can handle. Yes. Melting plastic for extruding is most likely a few Amps. The Molex connector found on a computer PSU handles 15A at 5V easily. Power at a higher voltage is even better. There should bby Wed - RepLab Working Group
Re: Unified tool head grip - 13 years ago
For what it's worth. The subject I started was addressing the grip for the tool head. My goal was to plant the seed for an open standard. A grip that many manufacturers, commercial or otherwise could implement for use interchangeably. I think the definition of the signals are to be defined a little further ahead. But at least, a few bidirectional signals, some sensing signals and power is neededby Wed - RepLab Working Group
Re: Unified tool head grip - 13 years ago
If the source is closed, it is of course, of no use to an open community. Repraps seem to be a budding industry in itself. No harm in looking at established solutions for inspiration. But is it "cost efficient" (cheap enough), to adopt their solutions as is? If so, which one? I can't think every manufacturer has agreed on a common standard ...by Wed - RepLab Working Group
Unified tool head grip - 13 years ago
I propose a grip for tool heads that make interchanging easy. I realize that it is difficult to foresee the needs of the masses, as modifications are ongoing. I also want to avoid boxing in or excluding those with wild ideas. But it seem a bit messy just to upgrade the extruder, or change to a laser, inkjet, mill or drill setup. The grip could incorporate connectors for electrical power and datby Wed - RepLab Working Group