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  1. Re: 1996 TC22 with dx32 controller C-axis problem

    Not that I have an answer for you but what controller is on that machine?
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    Re: bridgeport vmc800/22 BMDC not runnig

    I don't know if you ever got this figured out but I had the same issue. In quite a few different threads, machinetek suggests removing the BMDC board and cleaning all of the contacts with a pencil...
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    Re: RETROFIT BRIDGEPORT VMC 1000/22

    I might be interested in buying some parts from you. What Drives do you have?
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    VMC 1000 Spindle Error

    My VMC 1000/22 with DX-32 controller is having an issue. Any time the spindle stops I get an alarm "SPINDLE NOT UP TO SPEED IN TIME". It doesn't matter why it stops, whether it be manually, for a...
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    Re: VMC 1000 PHASE CONVERTER

    got myself a 30hp converter and it is working top notch.
  6. Thread: DX-32 Problem

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    Re: DX-32 Problem

    Did you ever figure this problem out? My machine is doing the exact same thing.
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    VMC 1000 PHASE CONVERTER

    I just picked up a 98 VMC1000/22 with a DX-32 controller. I have been looking at phase converters trying to decide what size I might need. I have a friend with a similar machine running only a 15hp...
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    PM-30 Build Suggestions

    I am weighting my options on upgrading my CNC from a converted Harbor Freight Mini Mill to a PM-30. I like that you can squeeze extra y travel out of the 30 and that it has a decent sized belt driven...
  9. Peter, what size machine are you planning on...

    Peter, what size machine are you planning on building? I'm shooting for 23" x 17" x/y and a z axis 20-23".
  10. Epoxy granite milling machine and Polish engineering.

    Much to my girlfriend's dismay I have been laying awake at night scheming up a new machine to increase the chooch factor of my garage. Something sturdy in the stance and spinny bits. I am tired of...
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    Sooooo I got these lil fellers today..

    Sooooo I got these lil fellers today..
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    Not a bad idea. I am planning to upgrade my...

    Not a bad idea. I am planning to upgrade my steppers on the router first. The start to miss steps over 150 IPM anyway. I was thinking about buying a set of steppers for the mill build then upgrading...
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    I'm attracted to these screws because the...

    I'm attracted to these screws because the machines they come out of fall into the range of travel I would like to accomplish. Maybe I could get away with 750-1000w servos? The vf2 has a 30 hp...
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    Does this machine have long travels? I considered...

    Does this machine have long travels? I considered doing something similar on my router to get higher travel speeds while keeping my screw rpm's low to help combat screw whip and keep stepper rpm's in...
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    The ballscrews were replaced for preventive...

    The ballscrews were replaced for preventive maintenance. They appear to be in good condition based on the pictures I have. I am going to meet up and take a peak at them tomorrow night. He acquired...
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    Re: HGR linear rails for DIY mini VMC

    A guy in my area is selling some Haas vf2 ballscrews for a really fair price. Maybe I'll check those out this weekend.
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    Re: HGR linear rails for DIY mini VMC

    I think you guys are right about two important aspects here.

    1) Steel is springy stuff and transfers a vibrations as good as it does any other energy.

    2) build volume: go big, or go home.

    To...
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    I agree! Fortunately I spent nearly ten years as...

    I agree! Fortunately I spent nearly ten years as a fabricator in a shop that rebuilt locomotive engines. The vast majority of my responsibilities included repairing major structural damage in engine...
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    I just 3d printed them instead of buying some. It...

    I just 3d printed them instead of buying some. It was fun ????
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    HGR linear rails for DIY mini VMC

    Good evening all!
    I am planning out my next project and have decided I am building the rat rod of vertical machining centered.
    First I was considering buying an X2 style mini mill. I then spotted...
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    I have messed around with V6 in the past and...

    I have messed around with V6 in the past and prefer it myself. I will try adjusting the tolerance when I get home tonight and see if that helps I'll let you know and thank you for the advice.
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    absurdly long toolpaths..

    I can only get a decent toolpath out of the parallel finish function. If I try to use the parallel roughing operation I get anywhere from a 2500-10,000 minute long toolpath. It takes an hour to...
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    Re: No stepper movement.

    apparently the drivers have and LED optical trigger. The resistors leading to those were burned up. Must have been a power surge of some sort... not sure how, but all of them at once is a pretty...
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    Re: No stepper movement.

    I have a buddy who is just shy of brilliant who has given me some insight on the inner-workings of these drivers. He also offered me some advice on how to test their various circuits and components....
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    Re: No stepper movement.

    Ill see if i can just set up an arduino nano to move the stepper with smaller 3d printer drivers or get a nema 17 i have lying around to move with okne of the dq542ma's. I had to of fried mu drivers...
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    Re: No stepper movement.

    I tried wiring step/dir terminals both positive and negative. The crazy thing is I had it wired + step/dir to arduino and ran a jumper from -step to -dir and left -enable unhooked with 5v to +enable...
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    No stepper movement.

    About a year ago I built a router table. I used extruded aluminum for the frame, an ebay stepper kit from Wantia, a watercooled 2200kw spindle, and an arduino uno knock off running GRBL and Universal...
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    I need cable chains.

    https://www.cnczone.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=395272&stc=1https://www.cnczone.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=395272&stc=1Have a look for yourself.
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    Ok sorry I know that all sounds obvious but it's...

    Ok sorry I know that all sounds obvious but it's good to check did you make sure the VFD is properly set? I had to check out some settings on mine. They were correct but the instructions were pretty...
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    Re: Chinese spindle and VFD

    https://youtu.be/P7x9lODPWMA
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