Ruida and Trocen Performance wise and options

LightBurn Hardware Compatibility Ruida controllers
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Hey guys, I’m working on a upgrade for my k40 laser; I will be building a DIY laser but I’m doubting a bit on what to pick for the controller.

At first I wanted to go GRBL LPC but it seems that there are downsides; especially for fast engraving with high details (correct me If I’m wrong).

I’m searching for a reasonable priced workhorse.

The Trocen is a 32-bit DSP but I cannot find much info about the Ruida; do you know what processor it is using?

Considering I’m playing a bit around; I would love to have a laser that’s blazing fast while possible to engrave without error with at least 500 dpi; graying(controller side) for let’s say > 600mm/s (might not be possible for my laser but would love the possibility. )

I heard Trocen accepts two motors for ‘Y’ but is that also the case for Ruida?

Ruida seems pretty fast PWM frequentie (example: 2k to 50k); or so I think; I cannot find a Trocen equal; any info about that?

I would love to have options for upgrades; like two Y, rotating; auto Z etc. or even two X.

Any advice what to take? I’m looking at the moment at RDC6445 and AWC7813

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You can run dual motors on any axis, but you risk adding errors if they are not physically linked. Most of the time you just put a bigger stepper in.

Ruida will do pretty much what you want, I have the 6445G on my 80W and have no problems. If you haven’t seen them, check out Russ’ videos before you start building.

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Thanks; he does have a lot of interesting video’s. Dual shaft might be easier considering the movement is always the same. Will also look into that.

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Doesn’t have to be dual shaft motors. Mine has a shaft tying the two side together, and one end is driven via gear reduction belt drive on one end.

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Alrighty; thanks will think about how I’m going to build it. In the meantime ordered a Ruida 6445G =)

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Check Matt’s videos for the basic settings, he did a TW to Ruida swap and posted the video, you can just pause at the screen shots. I also have a back up of my Vendor Settings at the top of my Google Mod Page. It’s for a 500x700 bed, but it’s a place to start.

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Either Trocen or Ruida will be more than adequate. Thet both have Ethernet, which is a lot better than USB.

The level of detail on Ruida controllers is immense - their website is a good source for info.

If you’d searched for ‘Ruida wiki’ on google, you would have found this right at the top: Ruida - EduTech Wiki - I find google very useful.

Fast @500dpi is possible with both controllers, assuming you have suitable CNC parts. With a K40 donor - not a chance.

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Thanks! always nice to have more places to feed my info needs; thanks, once I’m doubting I will be sure to check it (will look through the video’s also for pre-needed stuff)

That is a good one; I was wondering why it only accepted a ‘usb 2’, ethernet It will be :smiley:

Yes, I might have some trouble there; I was pretty much looking into using less parts. At this points what might be used from the k40 is the mirrors & head, laser tube and power supply; and that’s it.

I was thinking about getting another tube; but they are pretty much all the same for the 100 dollar price point; I guess. As far I can see all psu activated < 1 ms.

It will be using rails; so at least that is a positive based on speed and belts (6mm at this point; once the general system works I will try to modify it to 9mm).

It’s a 600x400 bed; so not too big also as far I’m concerned.

I want to use another mirror set; but well that will require some edits; I guess I could not do too many thing at once. It’s fun ~

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