Newbie tool size concept- tool path generated vs gcode
please explain to me why the tool size is defined in the tool path software which determines the actual path, but later in mach3 it asks about the tool size. is it possible to use a different sized...
View ArticleBTR Solutions for Fanuc 6MB-II or other drip feed devices.
Last year I debated which route to take memory or BTR, and I bought the aftermarket 512k ram board which has worked flawlessly since I installed it. However being at memory max on the control, I am...
View ArticleMyford MG12 HP Manual
Hello, i have bought a Hydraulic cylindrical Grinder, MG12 HP, and i`m searching for a manual to maintenance, i will rebuild this nice machine for my Hobby... can anybody help? Best regards, Thomas
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Just In cylinder cnc router with two spindles MT-C1212R
The MORN cylinder cnc router machine MT-C1212R with two spindles and two rotray clampls equipment cylinder cnc router From Morn suppliers
View ArticleLooking for a machine
Hello, I am French and I am looking for a laser machine can engrave and cut. Metallic materials and non-metallic to cut the stainless steel 2mm thick steel and 2 or 3 mm thick. With good capacity at...
View ArticleNeed Help! Wiring up a controller box... fusing, etc.
Fusing the mains power is pretty simple... I have a 15A fuse built in to the power connector. What other fusing do I need? I have a 42V/10A supply and will be running (3) motors from (3) independant...
View ArticleThread Mill Female 1 1/2 NPT
Anyone have any tips on how to thread mill a female 1 1/2 NPT on gibbscam?
View ArticleBuild Thread Not as bad as rap
I have been beyond busy for ever. Somehow, if provoked enough, I can find time to post a negative comment. Seldom do I seem to find enough time to post positive comments. Due to how I came to use...
View ArticleProblem Wanting to increase speed and accuracy
Hello, I have managed to build a cnc router table. It is controlled by three stepper motors, and s mach 3 controller. The issues I would like to work on are speed and accuracy. Currently the machine...
View Articlewhat cnc software works with uln2003 driver board straight from parallel port
what cnc software works with uln2003 driver boards straight from parallel port without any other driver boards I do have a arduino that I could use but grbl is out of the question I got the 28byj-48...
View ArticleIs this VFD any good for my CNC conversion?
1 5KW 2HP VFD AC Variable Frequency Speed Drive | eBay Planning on using it with these motors: MTR-1P5-3BD36 | 1.5 hp AC Induction Motor: rolled steel, 56C, 3600 RPM I compared it to the VFD's sold by...
View ArticleNeed Help! I need help to wire and run my power supply,drives, motors and BOB...
Hello guys, I have these parts: - Wholesale Product Snapshot Product name is High Quality CNC 3 Axis Wantai Stepper motor driver 80VDC/7.8A , 256micsteps,stepping motor dc motor DQ860MA (DQ860MA...
View Article3TC Parameters ????
Howdy! A couple years ago this lathe stopped working properly. When you run a program it would stop at an M8. I found that if I switched the coolant on then back to auto it would function normally. If...
View ArticlePlease help!!! with pneumatic solenoid
I have a CM101 breakout board and I need to know how to wire a 24V pneumatic solenoid to it. How to connect a 24V pneumatic solenoid to CNC breakout board.
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New Machine Build Rotating ball nut
Hi everyone, I'm building an 8' x 4' router table, here is what I have so far: Router Table Gantry.jpgRouter Gantry Front.jpg I'm using 2 x 2510 ballscrews under the cutting table for the x axis and...
View ArticleSolved How to change your BobCAD Screen Layout
This video show you how to make changes to your BobCAD screen layout.
View ArticleST-20 bad chatter during live tooling.
Just wondering if anybody else has noticed an unusual amount of chatter during live tooling operations with the new ST-20 lathes. I can use the exact same program, setup, tooling, live tooling head,...
View Article8800 DSP error in axiz Z
Have got this alarm on our Deckel Maho maching centre.(8800 DSP error in axiz Z) It is a DMU 60TN and it has a Heidenhain TNS 530 control Have not come across this one before any advise would be...
View ArticleHF/CM 8X12 Speed Control Conversion
I have a Harbor Freight made by Central Machinery 8X12 Metal Lathe. Currently it has the stock push button on/off switch and the forward/reverse switch. I would like to convert or add a eletronic speed...
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