G-Code Senders

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Revision as of 15:20, 27 June 2018 by NitramLegov (talk | contribs) (First Pro and cons for LaserWeb)

Temporary notice

This page right now serves as a documentation point for making our CNC Router controllable via the network.

Once we tried different pieces of software and decided for one, this page will serve as a documentation point for how to use this software.

The Installation scripts are hosted on GitHub

Software options

GRBLWeb

GRBLWeb in principle works. However, moving the Router manually (when trying to find the zero-location) is not very user-friendly. In addition, it is missing proper buttons for homing and for unlocking the tool ($H and $X) The other toolf seem to be more feature rich.

LaserWeb

Pro

  • Nice UI
  • Camera Support (to be tried though)
  • Tool path preview
  • Gamepad Support ( :-D )
  • Move the router using the numpad (when finding a zero location)
  • Continues the job when running into a non-supported command

Con

  • Continues the job when running into a non-supported command

CNCJS

Pro

  • Support for continuing the job after a non-supported command (can be activated in settings)
  • Camera support (to try)

Con