How to automatically update G54 work offset using Renisahw Probe on Haas VM2
Hi Guys; We are starting to run some production parts using over two dozen Jergens Ball Lock fixture plates. And, while I'm happy with using the X/Y work offsets from the sub plates I would like to use...
View ArticleMits control - G76 cycle - sanity check
Guys, would you look at this code: G76 P000060 Q30 R0 G76 P300 Q100 X0.295 Z-1.13 F0.0625 vs this one: G76 P000060 Q30 R0 G76 X0.295 Z-1.13 P300 Q100 F0.0625 Note the second line and the location of...
View ArticleQuoting for exotic stainless ?
Good day all, been quoting some exotic stainless jobs and cos of the lack of experience in this field I'm a bit worried we are quoting way to low, how would you gauge a quote on some duplex against a...
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Spindle motor fan
Hi to all I have a great big spindle motor fan on my machine that make quite a big noise. Is it really necessary or would I be able to put something smaller and quieter on? Attached Thumbnails Â
View ArticleAmazing what this new cnc machine can do.
Hey guys. I'm just here to do a reverse rant. Lol say good things about our new cnc machine. Dude. This thing can do things I only thought were possible with a y axis. Without a y axis. Ok. Imagine...
View ArticlePhase Converters for CNC Machines
Moving into CNC and wondering about powering a CNC machine with a phase converter? The spindle drive motor needs true 3 phase but the computer and controls are powered from some of the legs connected...
View ArticleHow to achieve best "visual" surface finish on aluminum
I make my own product and some of the parts get anodized (red) and then laser marked. Trying to get the best surface finish on a shell milled surface. On a lathe I'd use diamond tooling or a larger...
View ArticleMachine Accuracy Tests - Standards
Looking for the "general" overview of the following standards. ISO 230-2 JIS 6338 (300mm)
View ArticleCNC Lathe Power Chucks
Hello guys , I'm doing a market research about CNC Lathe Chucks, Could anyone share the experience of Power Chucks using? what's brand? how it's performance? are you satisfied about it? if not , why?...
View ArticleLeaky Deublin coupling long or short time to replace?
As I said in the title the rotating coupling on my Cinci Lancer 2000 ERD started leaking a fair amount 2 parts into a 25 part job. Have a spare but never having replaced this part before I was...
View ArticleWhat is the best spotting drill?Guhring?? Suggestions?
Looking for another option for spotting drills. Currently using a hss Guhring Tin coated 90 degree tools. These have been working great, but Im considering switching over to carbide. Ive used carbide...
View ArticleLagun Prototrak 75 ft from my shop for sale
There is a shop about 75ft from my shop that is selling a lagun prototrak 2 axis it looks like it is in good shape and sounds real good, they say it works fine I have run it back and forth a bit they...
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Reballing some screws and have a question
I can't figure out how to remove the polyethylene seals to get the nut off the screw. Screw threads don't go to the end. I have removed the set screws but can't get the seals to move at all. I don't...
View ArticleHigh cost of insert type parting blades.
Typical example Iscar SGFH 26-2 1/16" thick 1.020" wide and about 4.3" long. Cheapest I could find was $101.70 at Carbide Depot, average price was $120. I usually can look at an item and judge why it...
View ArticleYasnac MX3
Does anyone have an MX3 control with solid tap? Machine make not really an issue. I have a mill that had this option on it but when I had to change the software due to an 820 (bad ROM chip) error and...
View ArticleMill Vise Advise
I tried to post this in the Work Holding section, but the site wouldn't allow me to do so. I would like to buy a mill vise for use on my drill press. Obviously, this is a cheap way to go about it, but...
View ArticleSiemens 5 Axis Kinematic Adjustment
Okay so I have a 5 axis cnc with siemens controller on it. You have adjustments in X/Y center of rotation and then you have kinematic table with vectors. Is anyone here a pro at adjusting this? I'm...
View Articleanilam 3300 program ? #2. ( z axis issues)
My z axis only repeats when I zero out at the top of my piece with endmill. If I touch the top of my piece and z calibrate it will not start where I need it to? So basically I can only use one tool set...
View ArticleCan you run bar loader off of a pair of M codes?
I am in the market for a bar loader for a couple of jobs for the new Okuma L200EM and the my old Hardinge Cobra. Looks like new loader starts in the 15K range plus possibly having to get interface...
View ArticleOT: cnc shop ventilation, HRV, cfm
We touched on the ventilation thing before but I'm wondering for those of you who are running an industrial Heat recovery ventilator unit to get the bad air out, fresh air in and not loose too much...
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