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Hi,
I was going to convert my 1340 Lathe to a two axis cnc.
This will be my first cnc conversion and will use Mach 3.
Question #1:
I was going to install servos and was going to direct drive the...

Hi, where can I get the plans? I would like to check it out and maybe build one myself.
Thanks!

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MarcL,

Sorry I was not able to reply right away - because of work travel.
I live in PA and I know there are a few centroid dealers in this state. I was thinking of buying an upgrade kit and do...

Sorry guys. I don't mean to hijack the thread from robhrzic. I am on the same situation with him regarding vfd's but I am lost and not sure which one to buy. (there is constant, variable,...

MarcL, are you a Centroid dealer? If not, do you know a dealer that offers this kind of option to upgrade an old centroid for around the price you mentioned?
I also have a 1997 M60 centroid and...

I have a 1997 3 axis cnc knee mill with a 1997 M60 centroid old DOS based control. The machine runs ok but I would like to Upgrade the control with newer linux based centroid control. Not an expert...

Just wondering if you guys can help me. I am not in business and machining is a hobby for me and maybe a part time business someday. I have a manual lathe and a bridgport mill and just bought a 3...

You guys are right! The Bridgeport BOSS like D.D. said is a heavier machine and it is designed for CNC and it also has a great Z Axis drive.
I guess I have to find one on eBay. You know how that...

My mill is not a Boss and does not have a ball screws. It is a series one 2 HP variable speed with a VFD.

Hi, I am a hobby machinist and have a Bridgeport Series I milling machine. I was thinking of retrofitting my machine with an Ajax but their kits looks like are only for Bridgeport Boss. FlashCut and...