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  1. I used a dial indicator to set my column 90...

    I used a dial indicator to set my column 90 degrees to my table. I checked this by jogging the z axis up and down and reading the dial indicator for any variance. It can take some time to get it...
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    Interesting stuff here. I have only limited...

    Interesting stuff here. I have only limited experience with peltiers, but I am wondering if the vibrations caused by the light machining might cause stress to the TEC components over time?

    You...
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    Looking for scrap and rems is the way to go IMO....

    Looking for scrap and rems is the way to go IMO. I have a small benchtop machine so I can't really use the bigger stuff anyway.

    The machine shops is thinking along the right lines, but you might...
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    Mass finishing and deburring strategies

    Hi,

    I have been making small aluminum parts on my Taig benchtop CNC mini mill. I am looking into home/hobby/benchtop (small single phase 120v size) mass finishing solutions(machine and...
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    That is a nice setup. I'm sitting here trying to...

    That is a nice setup. I'm sitting here trying to wrap my brain around the counter weights and the pulleys on the X-Y. The Z axis makes sense to me. It will take me some time to figure out that X-Y...
  6. Thank you Dave, The Deskcnc should be 'easy'...

    Thank you Dave, The Deskcnc should be 'easy' enough to write a nice post processor for because it (Deskcnc) uses a nice collection of the G and M codes that are so common right?

    It's always nice...
  7. Deskcnc users, what CAM software are you using with this controller?

    I am trying to decide what CAD/CAM package to use with my Deskcnc controller.

    I am trying to decide between the Rhino CAD/CAM or the Onecnc XR express package. Both seem nice for the price...
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    Need help with simple .DXF file

    I have been trying to cut this part/parts using the contour function in Deskcnc. I have had trouble with setting the boundaries,island on this part.

    I used select/explode/join to take care of...
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    Thanks again, I guess I better start from square...

    Thanks again, I guess I better start from square 1 and find out what CAM options will work with my Deskcnc controller before even attempting to demo any software..Eh, hope this goes well,...
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    Thanks for the update Dan. I think I'm done...

    Thanks for the update Dan. I think I'm done drooling over the OneCNCXR for now. Time to go DL the Rhino/CAM Demo. Hopefully they (Rhino and Rhinocam) are available to demo together.


    This from...
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    OneCNC looks nice, maybe I could get the express...

    OneCNC looks nice, maybe I could get the express version to start and add functionality as I can afford it.

    Do you know what a typical upgrade path would cost with Onecnc?

    From what I see...
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    CAD CAM Demo strategy questions?

    Hi,
    I have a Taig mill with the Deskcnc/Imservice 3 axis system. I have run some of the demo files and am ready to begin drawing my parts.

    I have not tried any CAD/CAM software other than the...
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    Assuming there is no slippage, what stepping do...

    Assuming there is no slippage, what stepping do you have? "Drivers are available in full-half step or micro-stepping versions"? What is the lead on your screws VS the max RPM of your output shaft?...
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    The Taig mill http://www.taigtools.com/cmill.html...

    The Taig mill http://www.taigtools.com/cmill.html is also popular in that size. I just set my Taig up this last week. This is really a well built machine. It's not as big as some of the other...
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    Ball screws for Taig mills. Anyone?

    I purchased a Taig cnc ready mill (2019CR) and the 3-axis servo system from IMService.

    I have been learning,tweaking and tuning on this setup for almost a week now. I have made a few cuts in...
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    Thanks guys. I will call the site today and...

    Thanks guys. I will call the site today and possibly Alibre themselves to make sure I'm clear on the deal.

    I orderd the IMService 3 axis system so I will be using Deskcnc with this (alibre) on...
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    Alibre questions

    If I purchase this software do I need to pay ever again to retain full functionality?

    From Alibre-

    "When your license key is close to expiring, this message will be displayed. If you are a...
  18. I have found the answers to the controller board...

    I have found the answers to the controller board questions I had. Right in front of me, again. I see the newer controller board is the smaller, more efficient board with probably more functionality,...
  19. Thanks Dave,I will use the linear power...

    Thanks Dave,I will use the linear power supply.Probably a dumb question to begin with. I keep reading more and more reasons why not to use the switching power supplies. I have not read the reason you...
  20. Taig 2019CR + IMService Kit 404025 + Power supply?

    Hello CNC zone people,

    I want to use the Taig 2019(CNC ready) mill.http://www.taigtools.com/mmill.html

    I want to use the 3-axis servo kit from IMService....
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