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    My new 3D touch probe - Cheap and very good

    Hi,
    I have recently bought a 3D probe. Originally, I planned to make one, but due to lack of time I decided not to. I realized that regardless how I do it, my own won't be better than any one I can...
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    Benchtop 5" bandsaw from Warco

    I've been on the lookout for a metal bandsaw but until now they have all been a bit big.

    Then this appeared on the Warco website . . . Happy Christmas everyone !


    https://youtu.be/6cpysLs1VcY
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    Covid-19 and Zapp Automation are still open

    With all that is going on at the moment and the effect it is having on everyone's lives, i would just like to point out that i will still be working and able to dispatch orders. there may be delays,...
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    Auto-Squaring with LinuxCNC v 2.8

    Is it 'auto-squaring', 'auto-racking' or 'auto-un-racking'? Anyway the 'master' version 2.8 of LinuxCNC has a lot of differences under the bonnet compared to the current stable 2.7. The reason I...
  5. Re: What is the maximum tolerance for a DIY Machine ?!

    There are exactly zero limits.
    Dan Gilabert made a 1 micron lathe.

    My lathe has 1 micron mechanical resolution and positioning ability.
    It is not natively accurate to 1 micron, but I can move by...
  6. Another quick CNC Project - Pick/Plectrum Holder

    Hi all,

    Here's another video of a quick CNC project to tidy up my picks/plectrums:


    https://youtu.be/XCQNWWw8KcA
  7. custom Turbo Dust Shoe for your spindle and hose size combo

    Hi folks,

    I have a new 3d printer so instead of being only a toy, let me sell you something here :joker:


    In short after about 10 prototypes and extensive testing i am happy with a model of a...
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    Re: Opinions on this router design

    Ok well I hardly anything wrong here just a few pointers gained from building the design you've copied.

    First keep the gantry sides don't get rid of them as you want them to lock and locate the...
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    Re: Opinions on this router design

    Hi Nathan,

    Good start in many areas:

    Ballscrew choice - good
    base 50x50x3 - OK for wood, possibly go a bit bigger
    20mm ecocast plate - good
    gantry 90x45 'L' - fine for wood and occasional...
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