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20 Hours AgoMike, Should be all sorted. Let me know if there are problems and I'll resend. Regards.176 replies | 195291 view(s)
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22 Hours AgoThanks. Do you know offhand which of the controllers can manage the multi axis tool offsets without needing to regenerate code?2 replies | 154 view(s)
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23 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 | 128 view(s)
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23 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 | 128 view(s)
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1 Day 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 | 2770 view(s)
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1 Day AgoNo problem with mine3 replies | 128 view(s)
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1 Day AgoAnyone know anything about these ? Are they worth the money ?. In this case 5K in pounds ...0 replies | 162 view(s)
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1 Day 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 | 195291 view(s)
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1 Day 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 | 154 view(s)
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1 Day 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 | 151 view(s)
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1 Day 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 | 619 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 | 619 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 | 619 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 | 619 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 | 154 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 | 619 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 | 195291 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 | 619 view(s)
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2 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 | 1291 view(s)
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2 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 | 1291 view(s)
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2 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 | 39592 view(s)
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2 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...3 replies | 128 view(s)
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2 Days AgoAts101 replied to a thread Help diganosing fault with chinese Chinese CNC router in General DiscussionUPDATE: I swapped X motor driver with the Z motor driver. I have not yet been able to reproduce the homing the wrong way issue BUT I repeated...10 replies | 619 view(s)
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3 Days AgoAts101 replied to a thread Help diganosing fault with chinese Chinese CNC router in General DiscussionPlease see photos for driver, control board and stepper set up. I'm hoping the photos will prompt some more thoughts into the matter. Many thanks.10 replies | 619 view(s)
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3 Days AgoAts101 replied to a thread Help diganosing fault with chinese Chinese CNC router in General DiscussionHi John, Thank you for the reply - I have a copy of the A11 manual and have been through this multiple times. I will triple check the...10 replies | 619 view(s)
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3 Days AgoJohnHaine replied to a thread Help diganosing fault with chinese Chinese CNC router in General DiscussionTwo possible causes occur to me. One is that there is an intermittent connection in the z direction wire, but you seem to have ruled that out. The...10 replies | 619 view(s)
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4 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 | 619 view(s)
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4 Days AgoHI Nicola. Welcome to the forum. You will need to provide more information. Pictures of the machine and control box might help. Also please...1 replies | 556 view(s)
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4 Days AgoWelcome.1 replies | 445 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 | 556 view(s)
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