Can I get edit privileges for old posts ?
The reason being is that I am organising a CNC BBQ and I would like to alter the first post of the BBQ thread as details change, for instance sponsor lists and door prizes, also what is happening on...
View Articleplasma tube coping machine
Hello! After building a laser engraver I'm thinking about a simple plasma tube notcher. The idea is to cut notches, specific holes and shapes out of stainless round tube. But I've got a few questions....
View ArticleGot it all put together....IronCAD...where is my license number?
All together, software loaded....IronCAD is asking for a license number. I have looked through everything...I cannot find the number. I stuck in the USB doodad for the STRUTCam, still asks for a...
View ArticleNeed Help! CMOS Battery failure, Tree/ZPS VMC 760
Hi All, Would love for someone that's been down this road to lend a hand in directing me to the location of the "CMOS battery" in my 1997 vintage Tree/ZPS 760 mill. I've had it for about 3 years, and...
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Problem Import dxf file to Haas ST20
I am trying to import a dxf file to the st20, This is new to me. I am using UG NX7.5 as cad design software. Sometimes I get a error at the haas controller saying have a value in y? Well this is a 2d...
View ArticleAspire camp 2013
we have 15 seats left,, there are 95 registered plus vectric and other presenters, there will be some signage, cabinetry and topo software presentations on Thursday. here is James Booths Agenda for the...
View ArticleJust In CNC Computer Cart Project Preview
Check out the video. I will be making this next week in my shop. Thought some of you may like it. Swing by my website at www.21stcenturywoodworking.com for free downloads of the project files to make...
View ArticleUsing a vise properly
Hi, I'm fairly new to machining and have a general question about the proper use of vises. My general question is this: If I'm using a vise to grip some work in a CNC milling machine, how do I figure...
View ArticleFenner Power Link Plus Belt Louder Than OEM?
All, I installed the Fenner "Power Link Plus" 3/8" spindle drive belt last night and ran some back to back tests which I recorded on video. The purpose was to measure vibration, but I decided to video...
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Problem with replying to a PM
High Paul, I don't mind the new site, just need to get used to it. I can post OK but this morning I have been trying to reply to a PM and when I hit submit it takes me to the page in the screen cap...
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Build Thread Decorative Wood Carving using BobArt
I made some videos that go through the process of designing and executing a fairly simple carved element. I went slowly, and tried to cover things in a lot of detail, so the videos are fairly long....
View ArticleNeed Help! Breakout Board!!!???
I'm relatively new to the forum and CNC in general. That being said, I am 3 semesters in to a CNC degree at my local comm. college. Im learning how to program on the Haas machines at school and they...
View ArticlePropane cutting question
Hi, Ive just started cutting some 30mm steel plate with propane lately with reasonable results but i want to try to improve, im using haris nozzles, the vvc high speed type. For the correct sized...
View ArticleProblem Ikegai Spindle Problem
Hi everyone. I have an 80's Ikegai Lathe with a Mitsubishi spindle drive and motor -DC. The spindle has no torque - and I mean NO torque. You can stop it with your hand. I have had a couple guys out to...
View ArticleHOME LOCATION ...Help Again Please
im guessing ive overlooked some simple setting in lasercad or the DSP or both.. but i seem to have a problem with setting a PERMANENT HOME POSITION for both axis... if i turn off the laser and manually...
View ArticleQuestion: help with direction - manual and cnc lathe
I currently have a micromark 7x14 mini lathe that is manual. I am considering purchasing another lathe in the 9 or 10 swing range. I would like to cnc one of them. Now the question, if you were to cnc...
View ArticleNeed Help! Taper on CNC Lathe
I've had a takisawa TS-15 for about a month now. I've been getting new tools and running some test parts. I've got an actual part from a friend of mine right now that has pretty tight tolerances (like...
View ArticleDrills walking in deep holes
I've got an 8mm diameter hole that is 2.5 inches deep to drill / bore on my lathe. Right now I have been running an 8mm drill with a pecking cycle. The peck retracts all the way to allow coolant to...
View Article"Arm Must Be Left" Error
Well, after finally getting the machine set back up after clearing all the memory (by accident, thought I was clearing the tool and fixture offsets - but that's a whole other story). Now I'm getting an...
View ArticleLooking into a new plasma cutter
Hello All, I think I might be in the market for a new plasma cutter for my CNC table. The one that I've been using is old, small, and it has a hand torch on it. Its a hassle constantly taking it off of...
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