Electronics

Computer Card

The computer card is a PCI card (newer machines) or ISA card (older machines) that connects to the mainboard.

Cable

The cable is a SCSI cable, but there are two different types of cables; one older version and one newer version.

Mainboard

The controller mainboard contains the connections for all components on the router.

Motors & Encoders

See the page on servo motor or stepper motor for more information.

Sensors & Switches

This category includes limit switches, spindle operational sensors and the touch probe.

Spindles & Drillbank

This includes drill banks, regular spindles, tool changer spindles, and the rotary knife.