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47 Minutes AgoJAZZCNC replied to a thread BUILD LOG: 8x4 router build. Steel base & Aluminium gantry gantry in DIY Router Build LogsDerek (D-man) gave up with the build in the end I think and bought a chinese machine, well actually think was from radecal but they are just Chinese...56 replies | 34576 view(s) -
1 Hour AgoJAZZCNC replied to a thread Proximity switches or limit switches in Gantry/Router Machines & BuildingNo that would be Active Low. Because the type is N/C Mach sees the signal all the time(High) and when signal disappears (low) the pin goes active....14 replies | 475 view(s)
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3 Hours AgoPointless because your motors cannot resolve that low and it just stresses the pulse engine, Also if I'm reading correctly and you are using an...108 replies | 23485 view(s)
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4 Hours AgoJAZZCNC replied to a thread Proximity switches or limit switches in Gantry/Router Machines & BuildingIf your taking this route using separate mechanical Limits to homes then Go with NC for the Limits and wire in series using just 1 input like as been...14 replies | 475 view(s)
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21 Hours AgoThe folks at Pantograph are the most helpful company I've ever had the pleasure to deal with, I would speak to them about this. I was there a few...25 replies | 17682 view(s)
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21 Hours AgoThe first thing I would do is go speak to the CNC department and guys running the machines to ask how they program parts. You might find they have...5 replies | 352 view(s)
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23 Hours AgoJAZZCNC replied to a thread Proximity switches or limit switches in Gantry/Router Machines & BuildingYou can use the same approach with simple mechanical switches but they tend to slide over a ramped trigger plate to prevent damage to switch. Or you...14 replies | 475 view(s)
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3 Days AgoJAZZCNC replied to a thread Proximity switches or limit switches in Gantry/Router Machines & BuildingThe main advantage of using separate Limit switches is that you are protected while Homing. When the switches are shared for both Homing and limits...14 replies | 475 view(s)
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3 Days AgoJAZZCNC replied to a thread BUILD LOG: Joe's 1000x600x200 steel and aluminium router started in DIY Router Build LogsYes probably seen gantry I've shown built from plate and few others used it or adapted to there machines. It makes for a very stiff gantry, ...24 replies | 1884 view(s)
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4 Days AgoJAZZCNC replied to a thread BUILD LOG: Joe's 1000x600x200 steel and aluminium router started in DIY Router Build LogsCheaper yes but it's not better unless it's prepped correctly and even then it's much more resonant. The profile is generally much flatter than box...24 replies | 1884 view(s)
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6 Days AgoThis vibration could be causing resonance which will affect the performance. However, at 5Mtr/min your close to reaching the limit and other...108 replies | 23485 view(s)
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1 Week AgoWhy would you assume such a thing.? . . . .Knowing these things I'd think would be much more chance that it uses Mach3.? So the question should be...3 replies | 316 view(s)
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1 Week Agoaccess/interference and balance/inertia mostly, it's no big deal and depends on the design to some degree but shorter is better in my experience. ...188 replies | 184884 view(s)
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1 Week AgoYes, no problem. I use 2 different types equivalent to ITEM and Bosch Rexroth profiles depending on machine size. On the smaller machines,(up to...8 replies | 736 view(s)
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1 Week AgoCertainly worth a read but what helps with rotating nut is to get shortest length Nut possible. It's also critical that the Shaft as a Flange which...188 replies | 184884 view(s)
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1 Week AgoI've built in excess of 30 machines ranging from 2 x 2 to 10 x 5 using L shape gantry system and I can tell you 100% confidence that 2 x 120 x 60...8 replies | 736 view(s)
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1 Week AgoCan do either but using a larger motor usually doesn't cost less because requires larger drive and often more volts so larger PSU. However, on long...188 replies | 184884 view(s)
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1 Week AgoDon't need end bearings because not spinning the screw. The ends need to be either externally threaded or internally-threaded so you can tension the...188 replies | 184884 view(s)
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1 Week AgoJAZZCNC replied to a thread The 2.2Kw Chinese Spindles - Info, Setup and Advice + More in Generic Chinese SpindlesIf going to that trouble I'd be more inclined to fit the temp sensor on the spindle than worry about water flow. Or have both work together.180 replies | 237841 view(s)
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1 Week AgoJAZZCNC replied to a thread The 2.2Kw Chinese Spindles - Info, Setup and Advice + More in Generic Chinese SpindlesYep, that would work and there are various ways it can be done, to be honest. The controller or Bob your using will also play some part in which...180 replies | 237841 view(s)
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1 Week AgoJAZZCNC replied to a thread The 2.2Kw Chinese Spindles - Info, Setup and Advice + More in Generic Chinese SpindlesNo need to do either of those as it's very easy to let the VFD operate it. There is relay built into the VFD which can be set up to turn on/off...180 replies | 237841 view(s)
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1 Week AgoDo they know you are rotating the nut and tensioning the screw.? Makes big difference. This is the first 10x5 machine using rotating ball-nut I've...188 replies | 184884 view(s)
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1 Week AgoKind of yes but no, or should say maybe your misunderstanding what's being said or maybe I'm not putting it over clear enough.. Yes, 32mm pitch...188 replies | 184884 view(s)
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1 Week AgoHi, I'm just finishing a 10x5 machine with rotating ball nut so it's good timing to ask this question. The first thing to mention is how much...188 replies | 184884 view(s)
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1 Week AgoYou're welcome as is anyone else if they bring Hobnobs. Will Pm you details5 replies | 651 view(s)
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1 Week AgoI was trained by the best so it's only fair I pay my dues... anyway the Old bastard. would haunt me if I didn't.:excitement:5 replies | 651 view(s)
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2 Weeks AgoHi Graham, When your ready then get in touch and if ever fancy a ride up M62 to Goole to see a machine being built and whats involved come call in at...5 replies | 651 view(s)
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2 Weeks AgoThere's more to using sub 1mm cutters than just spindle speed.? While the speed n feed calculators spit out Rpm n feeds suggestions they don't and...5 replies | 729 view(s)
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2 Weeks AgoHi Bob, Chances are that Mach is set to "Ignore tool change" like as been mentioned. Change it to "Stop Spindle wait for cycle start" not to "Auto...4 replies | 561 view(s)
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2 Weeks AgoJAZZCNC replied to a thread Another VFD question. Is it worth buying a higher capacity unit? in General DiscussionProvided the VFD isn't outputting power and the motor is stopped then it's not a problem to switch between motors. I've done this with HY VFD...10 replies | 670 view(s)
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8x4 router build. Steel base &...