Hi All
I have just converted my Tom Senior miller to CNC and I am now looking into finishing the machine refurbishment. I have a couple of questions

1, The TS miller uses threaded cutters, and I have a missing holder for one size. This in mind, I think I will purchase a complete tool holding system, as threaded cutters do not seem to be as available (listed in adds) as other forms of cutter. Any recommendations as to the right concept to go for ? The TS miller has a 2MT drawn tool holder.

2, I am missing the fan shaped travelling cover which prevents swarf getting into the ball screws. Is there a supplier for these ? or do you buy the material and make one?

3, Need a cad package with output capability to G code, or a second package to convert the cad output. Again any recommendations ?

4, Has anyone complied a “jargon buster” for us newbie’s J

Cheers all

Joe