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    Problems with setting cnc lathe in Mach3

    Hi out there. I have been facing a few problems trying to sort out the motor tuning within mach3. I am not sure if this is a software or electrical hardware problem. First off there is no wear on...
  2. Re: CL86T Driver Issues - Closed Loop Stepper Driver

    Hi. I am using a CL86T looped stepper driver and motor. I am using a 24vdc for the drivers and a different power supply for the motors. I am getting problems with the motor not always wanting to move...
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    Re: Tormach pcnc 1100 running off spruce software

    Because it breaks, I have just had two hard drives fail. One of which held my copy of solidworks .Have you seen the price they now want for solidworks. Old computers only excess because newer ones...
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    Re: Weight in kg of mill along without stand

    Hi, thanks for reply. Just got an answer from tormach, the mill it’s self is is 490kg. So you are not far wrong. Michael
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    Re: Tormach pcnc 1100 running off spruce software

    Hi, please explain how the Mesa interface works, thanks
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    Re: Tormach pcnc 1100 running off spruce software

    I find the information tormach give on some of their upgrades a bit short in detail. Ok I can buy a card to go in my pc with the pathpilot on a usb stick. But it’s still old technology using a...
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    Weight in kg of mill along without stand

    Hi out there. Can anyone please let me know the weight of the tormach pcnc 1100 without the stand in kg,s please. I have asked tormach two times without an answer. All I am asking for is the weight...
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    Re: Tormach pcnc 1100 mill

    Thanks chaps, looks like I will need to split it, bloody pain but we have small spaces in the uk. I have an engine hoist so can put back on stand. I am not should why I would need to retrain the...
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    Re: Tormach pcnc 1100 running off spruce software

    Thanks chaps. Some debate here which is the best way to go. I have been using solidworks to draw the work, fusion 360 or vcurve pro to provide the gcode and Mach3 to run the machine. I have no idea...
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    Re: Tormach pcnc 1100 running off spruce software

    Hi, yes using Mach3. How will the UC100 connect to the tormach , thanks
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    Tormach pcnc 1100 running off spruce software

    Hi out there. I would like too update my tormach to run from a Lang cable so I can stop worrying about my old pc going wrong and having too find another old pc that uses a printer cable. So is there...
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    Re: Tormach pcnc 1100 mill

    Thanks. Looks like that is what I will need to do. I have a pull all winch that would be able to move it too the rear wall. I was just hoping I would not need to split it. As I am a lazy bones
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    Re: Tormach pcnc 1100 mill

    Thanks for reply, but I am trying to find out if it’s possible to get the complete machine under the low ceiling. That’s why I need to know the minimum height of the machine on its stand.
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    Tormach pcnc 1100 mill

    Hi out there, I am thinking of purchasing a tormach pcnc 1100 mill. And need some information which tormach does not list on their spec sheet. If anyone can please inform me of the following. With...
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    Re: Stepperzoneline closed loop wiring

    Sorted For some reason a wire had come loose from the smooth stepper block.
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    Re: Stepperzoneline closed loop wiring

    Just an update, I got the motor turning, but it only turns on one direction.
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    Re: Stepperzoneline closed loop wiring

    Hi ger21. I am using mach3. I have not touched the settings in the program as it all worked ok before. The only plug in I used is for the smooth stepper. The other two axis work ok, and they are the...
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    Re: Stepperzoneline closed loop wiring

    Hi, ger21, can you please explain a bit more.
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    Re: Stepperzoneline closed loop wiring

    Hi. Today I rechecked the wiring. I have a green led light on when the power is switched on. And the motor locks up. However I have no red light showing and no movement of the motor. I have ordered...
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    Re: Stepperzoneline closed loop wiring

    Hi, thanks for getting back. The motor does lock up when I switch on. The motor controller is stepperzoneline Y series CL57Y. Could it be the micro step pins incorrect. The motor is the NEMA 23 1.8...
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    Stepperzoneline closed loop wiring

    Hi chaps. I am a complete fool when it comes to wiring. I purchased a stepperzoneline closed loop motor and driver. And I can’t get it to work. I have tried contacting the company for help with know...
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    Machine adding steps when milling

    Hi, my cnc router as started to add steps on the z axis when machining. I am cutting aluminium profile at 3mm deep slots. After two passes, the machine as added on 6mm on the z axle. I have checked...
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    Re: Hybrid stepper motor.

    Thanks for the reply’s
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    Hybrid stepper motor.

    Hi, I wonder if anyone out there can help me. I need to swap out the stepper motor on my z axis. It’s a little nema 23. I would like to replace something with a little more torque. Would it be...
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    Re: Replacement stepper motor

    Sorry your point being. I am looking for information on UK retailers, as I like to support small business in my own country.
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    Replacement stepper motor

    Hi chaps. One of my stepper motors died yesterday, so I need a replacement. It’s only got a serial number on it. 85BYGH450A-06, the shelf dia is 14mm. I have tried asking a few retailers in the UK...
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