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update - I still use the machine occasionally (trying to build a new house right now) and the noise coming form the top end got louder. Also, I had to back my speed off or the top gearbox cover...

Here's where I got mine...

http://www.machsupport.com/forum/index.php/topic,5004.0.html

I will have to try it and see how it works.

I just purchased a copy of Alibre Design, so I think I should be able to open the point cloud file up in there to work with it. Then to a CAM program...

I also purchased a probe from a guy that was making them for a decent price. I understand how to use it for finding edges, hole centers, etc.

What programs are needed in order to probe an...

Geof,

Sorry if this is a noob question, but when designing a fixture like that to hold multiple round parts. What size ID of hole in the fixture did you machine, knowing that it will clamp down...

Did you ever get a copy of any documentation for the machine itself (not the controls)? I'm looking for some info on my machine YCM-40 (maintenance procedures, drawings, etc). Thanks

Thanks for the advice, I appreciate it. So much to learn. I'm still working on a flood coolant system and using air now to clear the chips.

OK, so I'll admit I purchased a cheap china made drill chuck. Most everything else I've bought for this hobby has been high quality as it always works out to be cheaper in the long run. However,...

A couple of questions regarding drilling holes...

I'm using HSS drills on my machine (4000 max rpm) and according to the machinist handbook I can run full rpm (4000) for sizes up to 7/16. I think...

This is probably a very stupid question but I'll ask it anyways. I'm used to drawing up an actual part in Autocad and then exporting to a CAM program. I've done some cutting with code made from...

I worked thru almost half of the tutorials for the Alibre Design tonight, it's a very cool program...

Not sure how much functionality goes away after the 30 days is up though...

I have the demo version downloaded (dolphin), however the only thing holding me back currently is that my home PC is vista and it won't load on it. The garage PC (for the mill) has XP, so I will...

First off, I'm a newbie to CNC. Just got my 3 axis milling machine running on Mach3. I've used autocad before but I'm no pro.

Currently I'm using an old version of AutoCAD to draw up my parts...

Yes, the Mach 3 Reset button was flashing. I'm thinking the machine couldn't keep up with the Mach3 signals. I hope to do some more tonight. If I get the camera charged up I'll take some more pics...

Interesting idea to get it open, sounds like it should work if done correctly. Just be sure to put something in the code or arrangement (limit switch possibly?) such that if it does open it, it...

Over the past week or so I've tried a few of the CAM programs (the free versions) to try and find one I liked. So far I've settled on CamBam Plus. Did some drawings in AutoCad, converted to .dxf,...

Here's one option... (my build thread)

http://www.cnczone.com/forums/showthread.php?t=73820

I purchased my machine with Anilam Crusader series M on it and changed it all out to Mach 3, Gecko...

Do you have any pics of this setup? Thanks

What did you end up doing to solve this? I've got the same sort of noise coming from my Supermax mill. Thanks

Do you have any pics from when it was apart?

What's the advantage to 3 flute over 2 flute?

Lots of valuable info guys, I appreciate all of it. I ordered a bunch of new tooling (Fullerton TiAlN coated carbide 2 flute and 4 flute) that hopefully will be here by this weekend so I can try...

Even though the old system worked, it was old and probably would be prone to having obsolete equipment fail due to age. Besides, the new technology stuff is just fun to work with :D

I was...

Sorry, I don't follow you on the 1" * 2" = 2" = Stupid comment? Was this refering to the depth of cut of 1.5 to 2.0 times the diameter size of the endmill?

I do understand that it will take some...

Mainly 6061 aluminum. I purchased a Kurt D688 vise, so clamping the parts shouldn't be an issue...

Wow, 1.5 to 2 x the diameter! That sounds like a ton of material removal with each pass...

I have the original manuals for my SuperMax-40 w/ Anilam Crusader M controls, probably not the same? I don't know...

If you want factory manuals you can call YCI (the importer for Supermax)....

Hey everyone,

Brand new to milling, it's always looked interesting, but never done it myself (until this past weekend). So I bought a milling machine, converted it to use Mach 3, and now I have a...

If my servo's turn the wrong way, I know I can do as the Gecko manual says and swap the encoder A & B leads and the motor + and - leads but couldn't I also just make a change in Mach3 for the...

Last night I got the servo's working. I forgot about enabling the charge pump from Mach 3 to the boards and both boards were expecting a signal. I have movement now in X, Y, & Z, however I need to...

Well, everything is connected up and powered. The DRO's that work off the glass slides work great. Will come in handy for those times when machining manually.

I am still having trouble with my...