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  1. Re: Mazak QT8N with T plus control- Power Help (please)

    QF12 breaker still pops

    Light on power supply has a red led lit up for AC fail... from what I have read, it can be caused by a few things. Low/High AC voltage....It reads 107 which is within...
  2. Re: Mazak QT8N with T plus control- Power Help (please)

    Small update. We were told is was running on 220volts. Pulled the cover off to verify lugs on transformer and I am not really sure what it was set on, but it was not 220v....We have action now. On to...
  3. Mazak QT8N with T plus control- Power Help (please)

    Helping someone get a 1994 Mazak up and going again. It was supposedly running a few weeks ago, but you know how that goes. 3 phase power into the machine is good. Green start LED on front of control...
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    Re: ARE SMITHY MACHINES USED / REBUILT?

    You will not find any company buying used/rebuilt 3 n1 machines.
    China doesn't make anything like these for their domestic market, all 3 n 1 machines are for export only, i.e. Europe, or Americas....
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    Re: ARE SMITHY MACHINES USED / REBUILT?

    Hello,

    We DO NOT import used machines, I am not sure where this information is coming from, but it simply isn't true. We do sell "used machines" from time to time, but they generally are something...
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    Probe/ Tool Height Setter

    We have been getting a lot of questions about tool height setters recently. YES, they are available. Control can be interfaced with any number of probes from home made micro switch style, to...
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    AutoMate CNC

    Lots of new content showing up on YouTube in the next few weeks. Please check back often!

    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6gIOpDr2-BxaTsB9ZUzQUw

    Thanks,
    800-476-4849
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    Re: Smithy MX 200 or Tormach 1100

    Not at this current time. Thanks
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    Re: Smithy MX 200 or Tormach 1100

    Lot of good input on the forum tmarks.

    Novakon's torus pro is the same machine as our old 1240 cnc mill(same factory). Not a bad machine, but not as nice as the MX200.

    I have 1 of these...
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    Re: Proof that the VMC425 exists!

    Hello Tom,

    To the highest point of the machine measures right at 82 inches. That highest point is the Z axis motor. This can be removed by loosening 4 socket head cap screws. With the motor...
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    Re: Proof that the VMC425 exists!

    Hello Eltejano tom o

    Larger machines are available now, but more or less built to order. The machines highlighted on the website are the ones we keep in stock.

    The 425 comes standard with a 10...
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    Re: Smithy Automate lathe review and pics

    Thank you for the kind words tmark11.

    Yes, manuals are being updated as we type. Thanks
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    Re: lathe to mill lever

    Give us a call 800-476-4849, ask for Dave.

    Thanks,
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    Re: Smithy Automate lathe review and pics

    Tmarks,

    You make very valid points. Most of these issues will be resolved with the new website. It is getting close to going live. Product lineup, technical documents (manuals), videos, etc......
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    Re: Smithy Automate lathe review and pics

    Wow, reading back through these posts is a bit painful. Most of us take great pride in taking care of our customers, and go above and beyond on most occasions. We have a lot of people making a...
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    Re: Smithy Automate lathe review and pics

    Devin's machine is NOT a Zmat machine. The VFD that was sent out was hooked up and ran on a machine before leaving the building. This machine has intermittent issues, and it is difficult to diagnose....
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    Call me at 800 4764849 generally any issues...

    Call me at 800 4764849 generally any issues filters back to me, but I haven't heard anything from tech support staff.

    The turret on the 1417 lathe is NOT the Pragati turret and is not built to the...
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    Re: Smithy Automate lathe review and pics

    Hello bigngreen, please feel free to give us a call, we can send you a simulator of the control. It's about as easy as they come. Thanks 800-476-4849
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    Re: 1032VMC power requirements

    BlackIce,

    We thought about having them installed, or installing them here, but our customers needs very so much. So far the majority of our customers are business with 3 phase power and do not...
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    Re: 1032VMC power requirements

    Hello Black Ice,

    Price ranges from 19,000-25k ballpark depending on options. Most of our customers order the machine with the 12 tool ATC, and Advanced control which brings the price to the 25k...
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    Re: 1032VMC power requirements

    BlackIce,

    SinArms is correct. We have 10hp rotary phase converters available that our designed and balanced for CNC equipment.

    You provide a 30 Amp 220 circuit, and the rotary phase converter...
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    Re: Smithy AutoMate

    Yes you can add live tooling. Live tooling options include not just the live tooling spindle/motor, but a spindle brake/caliper setup that locks spindle for milling/drilling etc...

    Yes we have all...
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    Re: Smithy AutoMate

    Good question Tmarks11,

    Siemens literature can be a bit confusing for a user friendly control. There are a few differences in the 808D basic and Advanced.

    The 808D advanced control has the...
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    Re: Smithy AutoMate

    Tmarks11,

    Sorry for the late response.

    Your assumption is correct. Smithy and AutoMate will be under the Detroit Machine Tool bubble. Smithy is synonymous with the 3 in 1 machines, and it...
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    Re: Smithy AutoMate

    Tmarks, and all,

    We would love to have you come out, or send me a message and I will give you a call.

    I will be the first to admit, that website is lacking. We are building a brand new site...
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