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CNC Mechanical Tester Tutorial
This tutorial will guide you and give you the tools necessary to interface your own load with any CNC Machine, so that your CNC machine may function as a mechanical tester. If you are in possession of a Roland MDX-540 Milling Machine, you will be at an advantage since our team has already augmented the Roland MDX-540 Milling Machine to function as a mechanical tester. If, however, you are in possession of another type of CNC machine, do not fear, for we broaden our explanation to account for all CNC machines.
Before you begin this tutorial, please make sure that you meet the proper ***Requirements*** needed for this project:
This tutorial will specifically focus on the two main steps required to convert your load cell and CNC machine into a mechanical testing unit. These steps are:
1. Establishing a Physical Connection
2. Using Our software