Problem Engraving not working
I tried to use the engraving feature today in V25, didn't work. One thing I don't understand is why is there a roughing tool when engraving? When I tried to run the simulator I got a message stating no...
View ArticleNeed Help! Running out of END MILLs...
This pic has two diferent files. One ramped and moved in the Z as it should and the other didn't move in Z untill the rams were done.??? I cant see the diference???? Attached Thumbnails Â
View ArticleProblem X-Axis stalling...
So I got my DIY MDF machine put together about a year ago and I've been cutting with it for a while now. I've done a few projects, but I have this issue with the x-axis "stalling" from time to time. I...
View ArticleTB6560 Driver Chips
Does anyone know where in New Zealand I can source the TB6560 Driver Chips from? I've got a job on and have blown one. Imagineering.
View ArticleScribe Setup How to
Ok guys I finally got time to finish the scribe on the plasma table and get it working perfectly. The plasma table to took a backseat for a few months after I was laid off May 30 from my engineering...
View ArticleNewbie Ref all home, autozero and reset
Hello, I'm a newbie, using the demo version R3.043.066 I'm wiring a CNC machine limit switches. The machine is three-axis. The X axis with one motor The Y axis with two motors (A slave) The Z axis with...
View ArticleMachining case hardend steel bar
Hello all, I'm looking for some input on trying to machine a 60Rc case harden shaft 1055 material 7/8 dia. My thought was to use a 1/2" carbide endmill and spiral mill the 9/16" hole and face the flats...
View ArticleProblem X3 Faceplate Removal
Hey All, Tonight I ran into some problems and tried to remove the faceplate on my X3. I was able to get the faceplate loose, but never to come off. Now, when I put the four screws back in the...
View ArticleProblem X3 Chuck holder wont go into the spindle.
Hey All, I have been switching between my collet holder and my chuck holder on the X3 for years now. Today when I went to put in my chuck holder, it wouldn't go in. I filed the top a touch to make sure...
View ArticleRecommendations for Chinese Router Purchase
Hello I am looking to buy a CNC Router to bring my business operations in house after 2 years of outsourcing. Til now I have only focused on finding an older US/European/Japanese machine. I have had...
View ArticleNeed Help! suggest me a RC car. . . . .
hey everyone. i need help. i am going to buy a rc bil. which one will be best for me. electric or nitro. . .. . ...
View ArticleNeed Help! convayor
Hi, Can anyone help me, I'm running a Hurco BMC30 and I'm trying to turn of the convayor while the mill is running cause im losing all my coolent into the swarf bin, I cant find the function on the...
View ArticleNeed Help! Projects Machining 1/4" Aluminum Plate
Hello All, What machine tool(s) would better suit manufacturing of projects like the example attached below? Would a xyz CNC table with a Bosch Colt router handle it or would I need a table-top...
View ArticleTwo tool holders for lathe
Hi all! Can someone explain how to configure in Machine ID(??) two tool holders for lathe ? I mean one tool in +X direction, another on apposite side of spindle on same saddle in -X direction ?...
View ArticleHelp required for grade engrave (greyscaling)
Hi folks, Im stuck, Have emailed the supplier of my machine and so forth and am having no luck I have a simple 40w co2 laser cutter / engraver, have owned it for about 2 years now, I use lasercut 5.0...
View ArticleNeed Help! Spc Alarm 319 Fanuc (Yang Vmc)(X axis communication)
I Have a Yang Vmc(1998 Yang EAGLE SMV 1000 )with a Fanuc O-MD control.Two days back i received a alarm named SPC Alram 319 on the x axis communication.I tried cleaning up the connectors and checking...
View Articleour 4 axis cnc router, what do you think about it?
Hiiiiiiiiiiiiiii, friends. Greetings here from China. I am Cherry. (*^__^*) The attachment is our 4 axis cnc router. It can be used for cylinder engraving, such as staircase making. What do you think...
View Article4th axis with longworth chuck?
Has anyone tried using a Longworth chuck on a 4th axis? Would they hold reliably? Cheers!
View ArticleNeed Help! sales rep/applications engineer
Ive been wanting to move into this line of work Can anyone share any info or advice experience s on the subject I think I would love it because the thought of going to different shops see what they do...
View ArticleFull cut optimization
Hello, Is there anything in mach3 where I can have my full cut feeds be slow but all partial cuts be faster ~3x faster? My current job is taking way too long and needing too much babysitting, is there...
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