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3 Weeks AgoHey Folks, I'd like to rip out the interior of a boat and refit it utilising the CNC for all the woodwork. Ideally I'd like to CAD it out...2 replies | 2041 view(s)
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1 Week Agopaul4523 started a thread Wiring plan for upgrading my chinese cnc electrics enclosure, have I missed anything? in Gantry/Router Machines & BuildingUpgrading my OMIO X4 machine to an AXBB-E controller and new enclosure. I'm a novice and have tried to learn as much as possible in order to take on...5 replies | 1407 view(s)
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2 Weeks AgoI just bought and it's really good 300 on Amazon if you apply the voucher Printing now at 600mm/s with no issues, super nice quality A...0 replies | 1937 view(s)
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3 Days AgoDear all, I am new to this forum and looking for some advice about a current issue with my 8x4 CNC router. The machine is branded under the...10 replies | 511 view(s)
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1 Week AgoHello It has been a couple of years since I built my lathe and mill, and have picked up another lathe recently to convert. A lot seems to have...2 replies | 1297 view(s)
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1 Week AgoI have 25mm supported round rails on all 3 axis of my CNC router (for aluminium) . At the moment I have 16mm C7 Chinese ballscrews. If I were to...3 replies | 1120 view(s)
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1 Day 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...3 replies | 52 view(s)
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4 Days AgoThere are no lights on illuminated the left hand side. Although the open button is not lit it does still open the door. I suspected it might be a...1 replies | 419 view(s)
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5 Days AgoI Have an Isel 4433 with a few issues.1 replies | 319 view(s)
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1 Day 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...2 replies | 99 view(s)
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19 Hours 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 | 98 view(s)
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7 Hours AgoAnyone know anything about these ? Are they worth the money ?. In this case 5K in pounds ...0 replies | 78 view(s)
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40 Minutes AgoMike, Should be all sorted. Let me know if there are problems and I'll resend. Regards.176 replies | 194683 view(s)
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2 Hours AgoThanks. Do you know offhand which of the controllers can manage the multi axis tool offsets without needing to regenerate code?2 replies | 99 view(s)
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4 Hours 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...3 replies | 52 view(s)
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4 Hours 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...3 replies | 52 view(s)
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5 Hours AgoNo problem with mine3 replies | 52 view(s)
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11 Hours 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 | 194683 view(s)
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14 Hours 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...2 replies | 99 view(s)
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23 Hours 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 | 511 view(s)
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1 Day 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 | 511 view(s)
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1 Day 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 | 511 view(s)
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1 Day 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 | 511 view(s)
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1 Day 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 | 511 view(s)
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1 Day 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 | 194683 view(s)
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1 Day 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 | 511 view(s)
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1 Day 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 | 1120 view(s)
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1 Day 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 | 1120 view(s)
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1 Day 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 | 39454 view(s)
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