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    Thanks for the long awaited reply. I still have...

    Thanks for the long awaited reply. I still have the vises. Do you have to buy the shorter covers or just remove the long ones to clamp smaller pieces?

    Thanks,

    scott
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    I have a guy that can repair the drive, but he...

    I have a guy that can repair the drive, but he would like for me to do some troubleshooting while the drive is in the machine. At the other shop I was not getting the LDU overload and the...
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    The alarm message is: Alarm-A #113 LDU...

    The alarm message is:

    Alarm-A #113 LDU overload 1

    When I first started-up the machine the X-axis motor was making some noise for about 15 sec. then the alarm came on. Now when I turn the...
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    LNC 8 servo and LDU alarms

    I bought an LNC8 lathe that had a servo drive issue. Was getting X-axis alarms when at the other shop. After moving it into my shop I am getting a LDU overload alarm #113. Are these alarms related...
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    In talking with Lightening Cool, they want $3900...

    In talking with Lightening Cool, they want $3900 for the kit that fits on the spindle. That does not include the pump, plumbing, or wiring. Is it that good or that complicated? They want a service...
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    Adding through spindle coolant to FADAL

    I would like to add through spindle coolant to my Fadal's. As I am a one man shop I do not want to shell out 5-7K for a factory upgrade. It looks like you can add a rotary union to the top of the...
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    I still have the 1218 and would like to sell it...

    I still have the 1218 and would like to sell it for $5000. I have gotten it running and have not used it for any jobs as I use my Fanuc controlled machine and need the room. E-mail me if anyone is...
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    E-mail sent Thanks, scott

    E-mail sent

    Thanks,

    scott
  9. Thread: -5 Card Upgrade

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    -5 Card Upgrade

    I have a Fadal with -2a card and -4 card. What is the advantage of upgrading to the -5 card. The machine with the -4 has "Draw" on it and the -2a card machine does not. Does this come with an...
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    Harrison VS450 CNC flat bed lathe

    I am in the market for a flat bed CNC lathe and have found a Harrison VS450. It has a Fanuc OT control which is the same as my other 2 CNC lathes, but how about the iron? What do others that have...
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    Thanks for all of the info. One of my machines...

    Thanks for all of the info. One of my machines has a -2a and the other has a -4 card. What is the advantage to going to the -5 cards? What is the approx. cost to do the upgrade. The -2a machine...
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    Bridgeport CNC lathes

    I am in the market for a flat bed CNC lathe. Does anyone have experence with the Bridgeport versions? What other brands should I look at? I would like one with a 15-20" swing.

    Thanks,

    Scott
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    Al, It is an AC motor. Thanks, Scott

    Al,
    It is an AC motor.

    Thanks,

    Scott
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    Running a Fanuc spindle motor

    I have a Fanuc Spindle Motor that I would like to put on a machine that I am retrofitting. Does anyone know where to find a drive to power the motor? I also have some Fanuc red cap servo motors. ...
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    Where to find card/software version

    Where do you find the card/software version number ( -4, -5 ) on a Fadal 4020 and a VMC 40? What does it cost to upgarde to the newest -5 version?

    Thanks,

    Scott
  16. Yes, you are correct. It had been a long day...

    Yes, you are correct. It had been a long day with alot of geometric calculations by hand to get placement of some 45 degree holes on an altered print. Sorry for a brain dead post.

    Thanks,
    ...
  17. Changing tool height ofsets and re-runing program

    I was running a program and after it finished I wanted to go another .020" deeper. I went to the tool offset menu and changed the height offset of the tool by .020" (from -11.560 to -11.540) and...
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    Solgood, What drill are you using? I have...

    Solgood,
    What drill are you using? I have a Sandvik corodrill 880 in .937" That I am planning on using to plunge 1st then interpolate to get to 1.001". By the way I am using a 1990 Fadal...
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    The bottom does not have to be perfectly flat. ...

    The bottom does not have to be perfectly flat. Most of the 2 insert drills that I have seen will product flat enough bottom. What drills would you recommend?

    Thanks,

    Scott
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    Indexable drill for 1.00" diameter holes

    I have a job for some 1.00" +.003 -.000 holes 2.635" deep in Mild steel. The holes need to have a close to flat bottom. Have you guys used any indexable drills that will hold this tolerance? I...
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    Fadal keyboard and downloading programs

    Yesterday I had a few problems running my 1990 4020. When I powered it up I was haveing problems with the keys on the keyboard not printing on the monitor. I could hit them several times and they...
  22. How do you tell if the orientation bridge is...

    How do you tell if the orientation bridge is ready for the conversion?
    Also, what kind and make of pump are you using?

    Thanks,

    Scott
  23. Going back to the coolant through the spindle. I...

    Going back to the coolant through the spindle. I would very much like to go this route, but talking to Fadal today the kit costs $5200 and if you wan the new improved upgrade it is $2100 more. This...
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    The guys at Kmac helped me trouble shoot my Amp...

    The guys at Kmac helped me trouble shoot my Amp card to determine it was bad. They are great. They did not have any cards though, but still helped me. I had to get mine from Fadalcnc.com. They...
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    Took the brushes out and everything look great. ...

    Took the brushes out and everything look great. Call KMAC and talked to Keith. He had me unhook the brown and white wires on the board that go to the motor and check resistance. No resistance, so...
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    Z axis Amplifier Fault on Fadal 4020

    While machining a part today the machine, Fadal 4020 1990 vintage, e-stopped with a Z axis amplifier fault. Several attemps were made to reset with no go. There is a fuse on the Amp card which was...
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    I replaced the computer with an old 286 that I...

    I replaced the computer with an old 286 that I had and the machine runs. I have two other CNC lathes and have not put the time into learning the South Bends Ultrapath. I did hear of writting...
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    Yes, I do still have the lathe. Thanks, ...

    Yes, I do still have the lathe.

    Thanks,

    Scott
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    WTB 12" Super Spacer

    Anyone got a 12" super spacer that can be mounted vertically that they want to sell?

    Thanks,

    Scott Hamilton
    [email protected]
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    I had thought about using something like a Gecko...

    I had thought about using something like a Gecko for step and direction, and something to control the gecko. What do you guys think? What would I need to build a small stand-alone unit, hopefully...
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