Forum Bug Forum is blocking me when I use it too fast
When I visit forum I open threads as new tabs in the background (third/middle mouse button, works in most browsers). It saves time as they load in the background on my slow connection, especially when...
View ArticleProblem Simulation Problems in V25 Lathe - Define Machine?
Hi all, Been using the mill simulation with pretty good results. Trying to use it now for lathe, even when I'm quoting. Had not really tried the sim for lathe before now as I just know the programs I...
View ArticleJob Opening Machinist for SRAM (Quarq Powermeters, Spearfish, SD)
If you love cycling or triathlon, this could be a perfect fit for you! SRAM / Quarq is looking for an experienced Machinist. You can see the full job description and online application link here:...
View ArticleMilled hole ended up .005 bigger than the size I programmed on my KMBX-1?
Hi, I am running my KMBX-1 via conversational programming and today I milled a hole that was supposed to end up 1.125" instead it ended up 1.130"! I have tripple checked all my settings and I can't...
View ArticleSelling T1 Control, Spindle Motor, and 380VAC Transformer from EmcoTurn 220P
I am going to be parting out the control, spindle motor, and 380VAC transformer from my Emco 220P. This is essentially the same machine as a 120 / 120P / 220 / 220P / Compact6. I will be listing...
View ArticleNewbie Material removal prior to a wireframe swept tool path
I am new to the 3D tool path under the wire frame tab... I was able to successfully make a tool path using the feature, just a simple 3/8 fillet, but I was wondering what my options are to "rough" the...
View ArticleSolved Making Molds with BobCAD CAM V25 Mill Pro
This video goes over some of the tool paths the V25 Mill Pro offers for machining 3D molds.
View ArticleJohn Keling
has a lot of the diagrams for the Chinese drivers and motors,, he was a big help for me on this Documentations
View ArticleNewbie I consider buying PlasmaCam
Hi, First this forum is aweeeeesome...... it provides me with amazing information. I am considering buy PlasmaCam and i called the company and they told me that the system needs a hypertherm (...
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Fork Strut
These struts support a bikes fork when being transported. Hard to mill the rounded corner on the tube section but got the job done. Aluminium 6061. Ji Attached Images Strut10.jpg‎ (103.0 KB)...
View ArticleProblem Fanuc 10M Spindle Deceleration Rate
Machine in Question: Kiwa Excel Center 1200 Fanuc 10M controller Spindle Servo Unit: A06B-6055-H106 Spindle Motor: A06B-1006-B100 machine is run on a phase converter ratio between spindle motor and...
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Unknown motors specifications
hello everybody, I have 4 motors that I don;t know their exact specifications and would they be useful to be used instead of steppers in my homebuilt cnc machine. my cnc machine is built based on 4...
View ArticleLinear rounded rails material
Hi, Which material is the best for linear rod rails? I know only two: Carbon SteelStainless steel (Chromed?) Thanks!
View ArticleSolidCAM or Edgecam!
Hi! I know there is a lot of these threads here, but i can't seem to find exactly what i'm looking for. I work at a small mechanical manufacturing company, and we are now investing in a CAD/CAM system....
View ArticleWanted to buy small garage mill
Looking for a mill for repair work, light prototyping and perhaps some small steam/Sterling engine(s). I sure like the look of the low-end units from Jet, Grizzly and similar machines. Where the best...
View ArticleNewbie inch to metric Osp700 L
Hello Everyone, i have an Okuma LB10II m lathe but i dont have any manual for this machine i need to change the parameter of meassure programming (inch to metric) but i dont have the parameter list, if...
View ArticleNeed Help! Need help activating parts counter for tool tracking on Mazak...
Hey all, first time posting but have been referring to this site for years. I am having a problem with activating my parts counter to track tooling usage. Here is the situation: We run all of our...
View ArticleNew Machine Build Which Grizzly lathe to get
I am getting a bit tired of my 7x14 mini lathe. I cant thread for crap with it because the thread gears lock up the leadscrew and pops out of gear. Im looking to get a bigger lathe with easier...
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Need help on threading issues' CNC code
Hello This is to explain my other post on the grammar. But to also ask for help on this CNC lathe. Well At first i did try to form proper sentences and paragraphs. But when your pissed off its' easy to...
View ArticleProblem drilling in nesting
Hi everyone lets try this again. My problem occures when i post after nesting my parts. everything looks good after simulation of drilling and profiling.then when i post the g code for profiling is in...
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