Is there anyone who is an expert in making...
Is there anyone who is an expert in making molds from irregular shapes in Solidworks 2011??? I'm trying to make a Mold for a Solidworks part that is for molten metal casting, but i'm having trouble...
View ArticleChoice-Draw bar or 4th axis and options
Greetings all, I am brand new to CNC milling. Decided on the PCNC770 for its size and power requirements. At the "getting quotes" phase from Tormach before purchase. My initial budget is 16k. I picked...
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109JB's G0704 conversion (pics now, plans soon)
Well, I finally sold my round column Harbor Freight mill (link) last week so it is finally time to get my G0704 up and running on CNC. I had measured, designed and made all of the parts for the G0704...
View ArticleMach3 DXF import Option
Hi, i am using mach3 3.043.066 demo version just for getting knowledge in the software. i am not able to get the option "import dxf" i want to know that whether demo version will have the dxf importing...
View Articlez profiling..surfaces...anyone got a clue
I've been trying to wrap my brain around this. I mean seriously, I've used many different programs, Surfcam, Mastercam, TurboCad, SolidWorks. And I've never seen a program with such lack of information...
View ArticleNew melbourne cnc build
Evening Ladies and gentlemen. My Father and I have both taken the next week off to put this project together, have a look at it here. JT engineering projects There should be updates almost every day...
View ArticleBuild Thread Steel 1.2m*1m Router build
Evening Ladies and gentlemen. My Father and I have both taken the next week off to put this project together, have a look at it here. JT engineering projects There should be updates almost every day...
View Articlecircle interpolation
i run hurco vmx 30 vertical mills and when i interpolate a circle say 1.5 inches in diameter the machine will egg shape the hole about .0015 to .003 and is not consistent. i was wondering if the haas...
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LB15 wont boot up need help
I'm hoping some one can help me, I have an LB15 lathe with OSP5000, it last ran fine 6 months ago. Due to being stored out side under tarps, there has been some moisture about. Anyway when I tried to...
View Articlechinese cnc router
i have problem with Chinese CNC router, i installed nc studio 5.4.53, the card accept the software as driver so i thought it'll work fine, yes when i turn on the power the cnc work it self even the...
View ArticleInterested in laser cutting
Greetings, I'm interested in laser cutting and my web searching skills have let me down on finding a good "how to get started guide". I'm looking to work with wood, maybe 2-3mm in thickness to make 3d...
View ArticleAnnouncing Makers Tool Works: Home of the MendelMax
Quote: Originally Posted by maxbots Over the last month, our team has worked around the clock, through illness and poor weather, to get a new company established and find a small but dedicated team of...
View ArticleMy Build Diary for My Direct To Garment Machine using Servo Motor and Ball Screw
I thought I will post my build diary here in other CNC related hobby you can see my full build diary at [DIY DTG] Epson Pro 3800 - T-Shirt Forums or Through my youtube channel at...
View ArticleLaser tube types.
Hi guys, I have tried to find answers by using google but it does not seem to work. Can anybody explain the difference in laser tubes apart from whether they are metal or glass. I am looking for a...
View ArticleI need help with a FastCam issue please
Hello gentlemans, im currently using fastcam to cut some 6mm mild steel sheets with a plasma cutter. The plates have lots (328) 20mm holes on them. I drew the whole layout in Autocad, then save the...
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Need Help! 4 Axis - Opposite sides machining
Hi Guys, (Firstly apologies if this is the wrong Forum to be posting to, I couldn't locate a more appropriate one) Well I am lost on this one! I have set up a 4 sided project (which I have done in the...
View ArticleSolved MANIPULATED & SUCKERED INTO BOBCAD !!! PART 2: CONCLUSION.
Well today I spoke with Sean Owens and he issued my son an RMA#. I am thankful for that....I must and will say tho that now that you know I am not a 'fictitious character' as one of your Bobcad...
View Articlebest way to hold down thin stock on cnc mill
I am wondering what is the best way to hold down thin stock like .125 or so on a mill. I have a 14 by 7.5 window and with big clamps I can bring that unfortunately down to 11.5 by 7 very easily and I...
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Tree 325 Retrofit - More questions
Hi! I've spent the last few weeks doing some of the wiring for my Tree 325 retrofit. I've attached a photo of the enclosure I built, as well as the user interface panel, and the electrical system...
View ArticleWater chiller Cw3000 & CW5000 Manual and wiring diagram
https://www.dropbox.com/s/m4fw2tbsw0...00120510.pdf?m https://www.dropbox.com/s/3o62jwd72e...11.09.09.pdf?m --------------------- G.Weike Laser li@wklaser.com MSN: wklasercut@live.cn skype:...
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