Thanks Bill, I have tried making a spade bit but never managed to get the geometry right. That is probably due to lack of a jig. I have been playing around with a simplified design, based on jigs I...
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Thanks Bill, I have tried making a spade bit but never managed to get the geometry right. That is probably due to lack of a jig. I have been playing around with a simplified design, based on jigs I...
Hello Everyone,
I am considering converting this lathe to CNC. Confession: I am totally over my head and am going to lean heavily on your generosity, expertise and experience! My CNC experience is...
Thanks Bill and Neil, what do you think about a 60 deg angle, as is used for plastic/plexiglass drills? Yes, brad point would be great but the smallest I can seem to find them is 2mm. Pecking has...
Great, glad to hear that. Look forward to seeing more videos soon!
Hi all, Have not posted much since 2009 and not sure if this is the best place for this question but: Considering making a sharpening jig but first, can anyone recommend an ideal geometry for .7mm...
There seems to be an odd lack of info about this machine. Has anyone seen a review or anything?
Hello to all,
Heinz, thanks again for your video, it convinced me to get the lathe, which i am now trying to get running. I have managed to do some simple moves, and am happy with the way it is...
Heinz,
That was very kind of you, thanks for taking the time to do that. I happen to be traveling at the moment and for some reason can't access you tube so have not yet seen the video, but the...
Heinz,
Thanks a lot for your reply, that is encouraging news. I will post a sketch of the part. Is it realistic to think i could do the sharp details with a tool on a rear tool post that would...
Hello everyone, i am new here and seeking some advice about cnc wood turning for small parts.
I am considering the Sherline CNC lathe for making beads from exotic hardwoods. I currently use a...