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3 Days AgoI'm not sure I'd be happy with that answer if this were my machine. Might imply an underlying issue, like an underrated PSU?9 replies | 394 view(s) -
5 Days AgoI'd be cautious jumping into five axis CAM before having experienced three axis CAM, little bit of running before you can walk type situation....3 replies | 394 view(s)
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5 Days AgoYep. Shielded 4 core CY for each stepper motor with the shield grounded only at the cabinet end, not connected to the motor.12 replies | 656 view(s)
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5 Days AgoThe CY goes between the motor and the driver, carrying the A+ A- B+ B- rather than step and direction. In the electronics cab between the...12 replies | 656 view(s)
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5 Days AgoNo problem - if it helps my four core CY cable (1.5mm2) is about the max you can use with the 2.2kW water cooled spindles before the GX20 plug...12 replies | 656 view(s)
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6 Days AgoI think the advice I found was aim to fill no more than 60% - so I measured the diameter of each cable I intended to run through, and then treated...12 replies | 656 view(s)
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1 Week AgoThat might be why things are sounding loud. Are they lubricated well?108 replies | 23786 view(s)
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1 Week AgoAndyUK replied to a thread BUILD LOG: Multifunction arduino robot - beginer in Other Machines & BuildingYes and No. Most receivers output an analogue signal, I believe it just varies in amplitude between 0V and 5V. That is great for just plugging...23 replies | 1466 view(s)
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1 Week AgoDepends.... You shouldn't need a Parallel Port driver, but you might need a USB Parallel Port driver if that control box just has a USB to...3 replies | 336 view(s)
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1 Week AgoAndyUK replied to a thread BUILD LOG: Multifunction arduino robot - beginer in Other Machines & BuildingDefinitely don't want a continuous servo - the voltage is then in relation to the speed, not the position. The 300 degree option you've posted...23 replies | 1466 view(s)
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1 Week Agoroutercnc shared a fantastic spreadsheet in the following thread; it can calculate the sag of some simple geometries, you might have some fun with...8 replies | 752 view(s)
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2 Weeks AgoContinuing a grand tradition and taking up a mantle... - good on you!5 replies | 662 view(s)
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2 Weeks AgoWelcome Smiffy! Looking forward to your build thread ;) To change your avatar, try "Settings" in the top right hand corner, followed by "Edit...1 replies | 332 view(s)
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2 Weeks AgoAndyUK replied to a thread Looking for feedback on plan for CNC router out of welded steel tubing in Gantry/Router Machines & BuildingHi IGN, My first advice is to ensure you've read the gantry design threads: ...5 replies | 626 view(s)
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2 Weeks AgoForgive me Archie, but can you clarify if recycled plastic is better for the environment in this application than sustainably forested ply?4 replies | 485 view(s)
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2 Weeks AgoAndyUK replied to a thread BUILD LOG: Joe's 1000x600x200 steel and aluminium router started in DIY Router Build LogsRapid progress! No messing around here! You're making me look like a snail though ;) For the epoxy I'm in the same situation re uninsulated...24 replies | 1956 view(s)
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2 Weeks AgoAndyUK replied to a thread DIY Laser levelling using webcam and laser level in Gantry/Router Machines & BuildingAs far as I can see, that's just talking about the issue and other ways to force quit the application. I'd try uninstalling and reinstalling java...140 replies | 20055 view(s)
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2 Weeks AgoAndyUK replied to a thread Replacing a Digiplan SD/3 with something else, help please in Motor Drivers & ControllersLink to SD3 manual for those interested Looks like a fun power setup - haven't seen that before. Does that PSU power anything else? Might be...10 replies | 745 view(s)
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2 Weeks AgoTime for the Sunday night update! Electronics have been relocated to their cabinet - everything in there is wired up and done (... I think...)....87 replies | 27371 view(s)
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2 Weeks AgoAndyUK replied to a thread BUILD LOG: Multifunction arduino robot - beginer in Other Machines & BuildingThat would be at least 270 degrees. It seems most are 90 degree throws, you'll have to specifically look for one with enough range - you probably...23 replies | 1466 view(s)
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2 Weeks AgoAndyUK replied to a thread BUILD LOG: Joe's 1000x600x200 steel and aluminium router started in DIY Router Build LogsRegards item 1: http://www.mycncuk.com/threads/13149-Aluminum-plate-for-gantry-side 3: No but KJN were great.24 replies | 1956 view(s)
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2 Weeks AgoAndyUK replied to a thread BUILD LOG: Multifunction arduino robot - beginer in Other Machines & BuildingThis servo is £3 and 3cm tall. You could place them off-centre and use a gear to have two sharing the same space with one upside down to move the top...23 replies | 1466 view(s)
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2 Weeks AgoGo to this page: https://www.zappautomation.co.uk/ecalculators.html Click on 'Critical Speed Calculator' in blue at the bottom. That...1 replies | 507 view(s)
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2 Weeks AgoAndyUK replied to a thread BUILD LOG: Multifunction arduino robot - beginer in Other Machines & BuildingIs the only reason you want stepper motors to position that head at 4 different places? Because if so it can be done with 360degree servos and a...23 replies | 1466 view(s)
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3 Weeks AgoAndyUK replied to a thread BUILD LOG: Multifunction arduino robot - beginer in Other Machines & Building??? OP has never mentioned anything about needing high levels of accuracy strength or resolution. The requirements he has stated (simply a small...23 replies | 1466 view(s)
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3 Weeks AgoAndyUK replied to a thread BUILD LOG: Multifunction arduino robot - beginer in Other Machines & BuildingMy question is what do you want this robot to be? Something smart that can control itself, with a remote to change it's behavior, or do you want it...23 replies | 1466 view(s)
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3 Weeks AgoAndyUK replied to a thread NEW MEMBER: Devon, UK. Fadal VMC15 10k 4 axis. Faulty VGC. Light work. Stood for 8yr.Sale/Break in New Member IntroductionsHi Nick Welcome to the forum - Sorry to hear you're having health troubles. Your post might be best placed in the for sale forum: ...1 replies | 255 view(s)
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3 Weeks AgoAndyUK replied to a thread NEW MEMBER: Hello everyone, bespoke spectacle maker in London pulling my hair out. in New Member IntroductionsYes, they would need conversion, but there is plenty of information out there. I didn't know if this was in aforementioned forum member's remit,...13 replies | 1624 view(s)
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3 Weeks AgoYep.108 replies | 23786 view(s)
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4 Weeks AgoAndyUK replied to a thread To do or not to do, can it be done? MK4 drill steel. in Gantry/Router Machines & BuildingBefore using This old Tony as a source, watch this. About two minutes 30 in...23 replies | 1884 view(s)
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