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  1. 04-15-2015, 02:25 PM #1
    LeeWay
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    Re: Ordering a Tormach next week, question on PathPilot

    I think the real question is will it be better than Mach 4. Both are relatively new in the controller game. Mach 3 is ancient by comparison.
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  2. 04-15-2015, 02:37 PM #2
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    Re: Ordering a Tormach next week, question on PathPilot

    Yes, Mach4 may be better than LinuxCNC. However, with Mach4 Tormach would still be at the mercy of others for bug fixes and enhancements. If you feel that Mach4 is preferable nothing other than waiting for release prevents you from using it.
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  3. 04-15-2015, 02:40 PM #3
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    Re: Ordering a Tormach next week, question on PathPilot

    I am satisfied with Mach 3 so far, but just adding food for thought. If you are going to have to pay for a controller anyway, it is better to know what is available than not.
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  4. 04-17-2015, 10:28 PM #4
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    Re: Ordering a Tormach next week, question on PathPilot

    and mach4 is going to be a lot more expensive.... Other than development cost modifying linuxcnc - the software is free... You are really only paying for an inexpensive interface card.

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