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A list of machine specifique, OME or retrofit cnc controllers
https://www.cnccookbook.com/10-features-pros-hobby-cnc-controllers-dont/
Hobbyist
For a super basic cnc router, plotter etc
Market : Simple OEM 2d machines, cnc newbee RetroFits, non profitable cnc router or laser engraver.
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Grbl on an Arduino or an Esp32 with a more or less custom pcb
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Marlin 3d printer firmware with a ramps sheild or a custom pcb
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SmoothieWare with a SmoothieBoard
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TinyG
[30;300€] Bottle neck: Not so good GUI, limited velocity especially in curvy model, not really designed with EMI in mind, only a software control panel, lack of a proper tool and work offsets table...
Semi-Professional
For a good cnc router, cnc mill or cnc lathe with some advanced features and customizations.
Market : Hobbyist custom machines, hobbyist or entry level professional RetroFits. Sometimes OEM for cheap machines.
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Tormach specific PathPilot
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LinuxCnc
Professional (industrial)
For maximum performance, realiability, customization and support.
Market : Professional machines, high end RetroFits and OEM.
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Fanuc Legacy and iHMI controllers, servos, drivers...
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Siemens Sinumerik controllers, servos, drivers, vfd...
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HEIDENHAIN controller (mostly used by Kern)
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Okuma specific OSP control
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Haas specific Next Generation Control
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DMG Mori specific Celios
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Datron specific NextGen control
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Makino specific control
Some more here https://www.directindustry.com/industrial-manufacturer/cnc-controller-68363.html
Adantages: PLC according to IEC 61131-3 for application-specific extensions