The CNC Detroit Tools division is dead- they came up against Tormach who are extremely knowledgeable in that field, and simply could not compete by slapping their name on some Chinese clones. They...
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The CNC Detroit Tools division is dead- they came up against Tormach who are extremely knowledgeable in that field, and simply could not compete by slapping their name on some Chinese clones. They...
The lathe software is setup for running a front toolpost, so you may need to make some adjustments for a rear post-
Go to the config file and look in turn options- there you can set your parameters...
Do you have the fully licensed version of Mach 3? Those machines were supplied with the freeware version, so the lathe wizards do not work. Mach 3 is a good program, and the full license is not...
I am not a frequent visitor, but I did notice that they now require a verification and cookies agreement when I log in. The verification form includes name, address, e-mail and phone #, so clearly...
I see hardly any activity here or on other companies lately. There used to be dozens of posts daily, and now the last one here before today was 2 weeks ago. Is the forum dead or is there just no...
Glad to hear- we found that the Gecko drives are sensitive to loose connections, so be sure all your stepper cables are secured with the screws.
Be sure the charge pump switch is in the OFF position.
Take a look here- we have done knives, and other things with success. Great if you are a home shop low volume or custom maker- not for high production....
Here is a clip on how the Chicago lathe does their PDB. Scroll down a way.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/721856988768042/?ref=share
Just a note for those who are not familiar with the machines. These are the descendants of the Shoptask and Shopmaster machines- same company, just different name. The latest version has a BT 30...
That's an issue with all the 3 in 1 machines because of the width of the milling table. I think the next generation Eldorado after yours had the longer tailstock travel. I have a vague memory of...
Belts usually have their size marked on the outer- non wearing side. If it is a V belt and broken, just stretch it out and measure the length- that will be your size. IE if it is 35 inches long...
I looked at their CNC line a few times and it appeared to be a "shotgun" approach to the market. They were essentially some off the shelf Chinese machines with the Smithy name slapped on. Reviews...
Well, you found out that criticising Tormach here will be sort of like standing up and yelling FRAUD at a Scientology meeting. The original founder of Tormach had a vision for a reasonably priced...
From your description, I would first looked for warped gibs- that will make adjustment impossible- they will either be too loose and allow the table to move around, or so tight it can't move at all-...
Reading the list that was posted, it shows both manual and CNC machines, so importing a manual one and converting it does not avoid the machine tariff.
Another poster on the other thread said he had gotten a notice from Tormach about the price increase, but he did not say how much.
On another thread I asked about Tormach's price increases due to the new tariffs, but it turned into a political debate. I'm just interested to know how much Tormach is planning on raising prices....
It's definitely a bargaining chip used by Trump to get Chinese tariffs reduced on US made goods- hard to say if a compromise will be reached quickly. All in all the USA is in the strongest position,...
OK- I'll call you Dr. Jekyll- watch now as Mr. Hyde shows up.
OOPS- in your haste to respond you forgot to log in under your other alias.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HYwfTcddBRA
Yes, and a 20% increase in landed cost does not mean only a 20% increase in retail- the business will factor in its profit margins etc. and probably raise prices by 25%. This is where flexibility...
Tariffs on CNC tools will be 25%, up from 4.7% currently, so that will have a significant impact on all the suppliers on this forum. Ironically it will help HAAS machine tools whose owner Gene Haas...
Great story-
Hope this doesn't start a big argument, but under the current administration, I think we are going to see a lot more stories like this in all sorts of industries.
OUCH- the thought of a "bowel" on a lathe sends shivers down my spine.
For a 5K budget go for the Turnado
For a 15K budget go for the Laguna- a no compromise full blown CNC wood lathe.
Chips- anyone who has ever worked in wood will tell you that they cannot be...
I would look at the Gecko 540 drive, a vfd with 3 phase motor, a magnetic or optical lathe sensor and mach 3 software. The entire package could be sourced for around 5-600.00. That is what we use...
I just saw this new video on the Youtube channel showing the toolpost in action.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ktmKVPY2K00
Great- looking forward to some video of the CNC turret in action- we had been thinking of adding one to one of our units.