Need Help! Tool Changer TC1-G problems
I have tool changer that is acting strange. I'm getting an intermittent arm out alarm. It looks like the Omron relay on the PCB is going bad. The 24 volts light for that relay is lighting up, so I know...
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New Machine Build ZipIt! Custom table top CNC Mill Project.
Hey everyone! I am in the thick of building and shipping out the fruits of my last CNC project, the JogIt! CNC pendant. (If you want to see more about that project you can check out the Kickstarter...
View ArticleNeed Help! Signal Tower with G540
I have Taig mill with a G540. I recently aquired a 12v Patlite (LE-W) with red and green LED lights. Since my controller box will be in a shelf under my mill, I will not be able to see the power/ fault...
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Homemade 5 axis cnc
I,m building a 5 axis cnc in my office and I thaught I would share some pictures of my progress What do you guys think? Thanks Tom Attachment 173948 Attachment 173949 Attachment 173950 Attachment...
View ArticleTemperature and CNC routers.
I'm getting ready to start building a 4x8" router with aluminum extrusions. It's going to be in what is basically an insulated shed with a small heater only while in use. Should I worry about...
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Sale list. AB Power Supply, laser sensors, stepping motor drives, and much more!
Hello, My name is Jesse and I have a bunch of items that I've bought at auction and would like to sell. Many of these items are still in the box and have never been used. All items listed are roughly...
View ArticleFirst taste of UG
I was shown a demo of UG at work last night. It is awesome! I really would like to start learning it. Is there a student version of this program? Thanks! FMJ
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Probing cam lobe for orientation
Got a job I'm starting soon and I want to probe an offset lobe to set my A axis orientation and was wondering if anyone here has done this? I have done this several time to set my A with flats using...
View ArticleNeed Help! CNCRP kit Z-Axis massive position loss
Hello everyone, This problem really has me really confused. I'm currently cutting a part on my CNC router parts 24x48 kit. I've run a few operations where it seems like nothing is wrong, but in the...
View ArticleDouble y holders
Hey guys I operate an LB 3000 EX MYW machine. In my never ending search for versatility I run into a small problem, I know nothing about capto! Lol My concern isn't with the capto design but my need...
View ArticleToolholder Interchangability
Hi Folks Does anybody know if SK/DV-shank tooling (DIN 69871) can be used in a CV (CAT) ATC machine? Regards Rob
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Attaching T-Slot To Linear Bearing
Hey guys, Looking to build a CNC Hot Wire cutter. I want to use T Slot extrusion. One question I have is I want to attach my upright T Slot extrusion directly to the linear bearing. Do you drill a hole...
View ArticleNeed Help! Providing coolant/air to the tool
Doing some machining tonight I am realizing the importance of clearing chips away especially when doing deeper cuts through aluminum. I ended up scrapping several parts before making a good one. I...
View ArticleDIY ball nut reloading help
Hey all; I got some ball screws and nuts from a surplus place for a song. One of the ball screw / nuts is in great shape (nut was still on the screw); the other was missing most of the balls as the nut...
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Fault/Reset circuit for G320X drives
With my recent lathe CNC conversion, I used G320X drives and wanted to be able to use the fault output. The advantage of the fault output is that the system can be programed to shut down other axis...
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Precision Plasma Patriot 4x8 CNC plasma table
I purchased a Patriot 4x8 CNC plasma table from Ron at Precision Plasma. I upgraded to the HD rail to support a router. I got the router bracket and machine torch mount. I also added the pneumatic...
View ArticleMatt's Momus Build ver 1.xx
Greeting everyone, While I been working on my Momus machine for quite awile, it been quite slow at it. :) But I'm getting close to the end now and working on the Z axis carrage. I am using the new...
View ArticleNeed Help! Programing mistake. ??
I have a some parts I am trying mill. I set Z to surface and on the first move the bit does not raise up off the surface, After it makes the first move it will raise off surface for all the rest of the...
View ArticleNeed a few Beta Testers for MP-03 updated plugin...
I would like a beta tester or two, for the latest update to the MP-03 Pendant kit plugin. Added "Auto Ranging" for both switch 1 and 2, to auto set the step values, min and max for the 12 position...
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