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55 Minutes AgoTrying to get a 5 axis machine running, just realised I can power the DC drives with a DC power source. Need between 90 and 150V and around 12A per...0 replies | 15 view(s)
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1 Hour AgoAts101 replied to a thread So, 2024, what's the controller market like? in Control Hardware & SystemsThis is very useful to know, I am thinking about going down the UC300ETH-5LPT route for a 3 axis. I take it the UCCNC software can facilitate a...4 replies | 280 view(s)
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3 Hours AgoPhil Mayor replied to a thread Testing The VFD, Break Resistor and Wiring to AXBBE in Spindles & Drive MotorsSo after a lot of emails back and forth to the supplier, they finally agreed it was a faulty unit and sent a new VFD out last Thursday, it arrived...31 replies | 33107 view(s)
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15 Hours AgoNice! And welcome to the forum.1 replies | 105 view(s)
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18 Hours AgoI honestly can't remember, as it's a good few years since I looked at it I seem to have a vague recollection that Mach supports it, but that might...4 replies | 280 view(s)
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22 Hours AgoHi all, I started my formal career in CAD/CAM/CNC in 1985. My machining education began when I was eight sweeping chips in my father’s injection...1 replies | 105 view(s)
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1 Day AgoYou will need to be more specific than that if you would like any help ...2 replies | 773 view(s)
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1 Day AgoI bought a mill wired so one VFD could drive two motors with a switch select. By the time it arrived it was pulling the RCD and soon after the mill...4 replies | 217 view(s)
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2 Days AgoMike, Should be all sorted. Let me know if there are problems and I'll resend. Regards.176 replies | 196086 view(s)
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2 Days AgoThanks. Do you know offhand which of the controllers can manage the multi axis tool offsets without needing to regenerate code?4 replies | 280 view(s)
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2 Days AgoMain problem with these is the EMI (electro-magnetic interference) filter on the input of the VFD - assuming that there isn't an actual fault, of...4 replies | 217 view(s)
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2 Days AgoVFDs can trip certain RCDs, but for a typical 2.2kw VFD it isn't likely to be an issue. You could get lost down a rabbit hole of what could happen...4 replies | 217 view(s)
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2 Days AgoNickRaven replied to a thread NEW MEMBER: New member here... Advice on CNC machine... 4-5k? in New Member IntroductionsI am new to this forum and I came across this thread whilst seeing if anyone else had had experiences with the "Itech" routers. I bought one last...5 replies | 2910 view(s)
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2 Days AgoNo problem with mine4 replies | 217 view(s)
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2 Days AgoAnyone know anything about these ? Are they worth the money ?. In this case 5K in pounds ...0 replies | 251 view(s)
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2 Days AgoI still use Emachineshop ( old version). I have yet to find such a simple to use CAD programme (free or for purchase). Just wish the 3D preview would...176 replies | 196086 view(s)
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2 Days AgoFor multi-axis, a key thing to look at is how tool offset compensation is handled. Not all controllers can handle it for 4/5th axis, and rely on it...4 replies | 280 view(s)
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3 Days AgoTnW started a thread 8x4 CNC Router Build - Wood/Steel or Steel Frame and Component Advice in Gantry/Router Machines & BuildingAfternoon! I'm looking to build/rebuild my 8x4 CNC. I currently use one of the SheetCNC routers, it's a 25mm MDF frame which is chain-driven and...0 replies | 236 view(s)
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3 Days AgoAts101 replied to a thread Help diganosing fault with chinese Chinese CNC router in General DiscussionAwesome stuff. I will keep updating the tread. A10 replies | 811 view(s)
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3 Days Agophill05 replied to a thread Help diganosing fault with chinese Chinese CNC router in General DiscussionYes picked up a new card from cnc4you put a copy of mach on and away we went10 replies | 811 view(s)
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3 Days AgoAts101 replied to a thread Help diganosing fault with chinese Chinese CNC router in General DiscussionThanks, Yes I wouldn't be overly surprised if the issues persist after replacing the driver but I am confident it will sort out my problem. If...10 replies | 811 view(s)
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3 Days Agophill05 replied to a thread Help diganosing fault with chinese Chinese CNC router in General DiscussionMuch like your problem we tried changing drivers round but still had the problems, we took out the dsp and replaced the card to try Mach 3 and it...10 replies | 811 view(s)
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3 Days AgoI'm just finishing a retrofit of a Triac. Used Acorn Centroid. Previously I've used SZGH, CS LABS, Pokeys and various hardware on Mach 3 and Mach...4 replies | 280 view(s)
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3 Days AgoAts101 replied to a thread Help diganosing fault with chinese Chinese CNC router in General DiscussionAbout 30 mins ago, turned on the machine, homed all axes and X moved in the positive direction rather than negative. Fault diagnosed as driver and I...10 replies | 811 view(s)
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3 Days AgoHi. Would it be possible for me to gain access to an old copy? Not sure how this works but I see people previous entered an email address. ...176 replies | 196086 view(s)
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3 Days Agophill05 replied to a thread Help diganosing fault with chinese Chinese CNC router in General DiscussionNot had driver problems but quite a few years ago had DSP problems at the time I did away with dsp changed to Mac3 controller never had a problem...10 replies | 811 view(s)
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3 Days Agodudz replied to a thread Supported round rails and C5 ground ballscrew in Rails, Guideways & BearingsSupported round rails. I know they are better, just wasnt sure how much better3 replies | 1729 view(s)
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3 Days Agopippin88 replied to a thread Supported round rails and C5 ground ballscrew in Rails, Guideways & BearingsNo point going with expensive screws and keeping round rails. Profile / square linear bearings are FAR superior to round rails3 replies | 1729 view(s)
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3 Days AgoI am thinking about doing this to my chinese CNC. Where would you place the linear tool holder rack so it does not take up working area space? ...32 replies | 39803 view(s)
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3 Days AgoMuch of the internet seems to indicate that VFDs will cause RCD systems to trip out. In the UK though the whole building tends to be protected with...4 replies | 217 view(s)
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