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    Very nice clean setup I like the looks of it a...

    Very nice clean setup I like the looks of it a lot.
  2. I thought it was cool I am so excited to start...

    I thought it was cool I am so excited to start building a machine for a friend of mine. I work at an encoder company so I should be able to get parts. I just am new to all of this.
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    What type of computer are you running? Power...

    What type of computer are you running? Power speed? Also what software and controllers do you guys recommend.

    Where can a person download some cad files for wood trim ideas and hardware and...
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    I figured it out, now that I know what the...

    I figured it out, now that I know what the machine needs I wrote my own post. Thanks Rekd
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    Thanks guys. Yes I thought being software...

    Thanks guys. Yes I thought being software specific would limit my answers to much. The software I am using is EdgeCam though.
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    Kitamura - Yasnac-i80M post

    Could some show me the first lines and last lines of their NC code so I can build it into my post. I am new to the control and having a hard time figuring it out. I need to see what G code callouts...
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    It is a Kitamura Mycenter 1Xi it is very precise...

    It is a Kitamura Mycenter 1Xi it is very precise but was used for production of aluminum parts. It is just more cost effecient as a whole for the company to try and use it for mold making. That way...
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    BT30 taper spindle to cut tool steel?

    I need to know peoples feedback for how well a BT30 taper spindle would work for mold making and cutting tool steels. Has anyone had success with this?

    Thanks
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    BT30 taper spindle for mold making

    I need to know peoples feedback for how well a BT30 taper spindle would work for mold making and cutting tool steels. Has anyone had success with this?

    Thanks
  10. Thread: Hsm Machines

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    I have no experience with those we currently have...

    I have no experience with those we currently have a Shizouka SV-4024 with HPCC ethernet and a hard drive. It is 12,000rpm with max rapid of 1500ipm and we love it. Has lots of options including thru...
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    SolidWorks kicks butt I love it.

    SolidWorks kicks butt I love it.
  12. Thread: Hsm Machines

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    If you are having problems with remachining I...

    If you are having problems with remachining I would say it might be your tool height setting. I know that our reneshaw tool setter was off and we recalibrated it to 0.0001 accuracy in diameter and...
  13. Thread: Runout

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    Ok than I guess I am just a geek or sumthin, lol....

    Ok than I guess I am just a geek or sumthin, lol. Maybe I should relax (takes deep breath). Hmm I feel better, ok I am ready for more jokes. Hey wait I noticed you have motorcycle on your avatar,...
  14. Thread: Runout

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    You are being serious, I understand literally...

    You are being serious, I understand literally that this is true but for what accuracy are you talking, that is what is funny. I love it man like how anal can we be. I am too don't get me wrong but...
  15. Thread: Runout

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    Lol thanks

    Lol thanks
  16. Thread: Runout

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    Runout

    How do you change runnout. In a collet or solid holder? Is this done by balancing?
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    Cool thought so, welcome if your new if not uh ,...

    Cool thought so, welcome if your new if not uh , HI. Ive been really happy with the software but I am definately craving some more high speed features.
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    You post in Teksoft forums too right?

    You post in Teksoft forums too right?
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    I know their is CAM systems that do but I do not...

    I know their is CAM systems that do but I do not remember which.
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    It asks for password. Nevermind I found one...

    It asks for password. Nevermind I found one without password.
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    Trochodal cutting?

    Not sure if I spelled it correctly but what high speed functions does One CNC have? :D
  22. Thread: Cutter Depth

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    This is a lens type cavity, would it still be the...

    This is a lens type cavity, would it still be the same type of cutter. Picture the face of a large spa light for hot tubs or even a pool light.
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    I took a Velocitytool (velocitytool.com) TA2...

    I took a Velocitytool (velocitytool.com) TA2 series cutter a .250" 4 flute carbide cutter at .032 depth of cut and 3500rpm with 40% stepover at 40ipm and the damn cutter started glowing. It was...
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    I don't get it so I got some feeds and speeds...

    I don't get it so I got some feeds and speeds from a cutter comapny and it reads like this.

    0.250 ball endmill 4 flute
    .300" total depth of pocket
    3.5" diameter of pocket
    3000 rpm
    .006"...
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    Ej, or Jorge? Thanks hope you had a good...

    Ej, or Jorge?

    Thanks hope you had a good holiday too
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    Oh and I would consider MasterCam again after...

    Oh and I would consider MasterCam again after they go to a windows interface. I will be open to looking at all CNC programs again at some point. I dont believe in staying with a program just because....
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    Thanks and if you look at CamWorks home page they...

    Thanks and if you look at CamWorks home page they are adding more, I am so excited. Oh and remember open mind open mind.Teksoft
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    It is CNC software that is integrated into...

    It is CNC software that is integrated into SolidWorks. They are a SolidWorks gold partner meaning there software can operate inside of SolidWorks not just attached. I have been very happy with the...
  29. Thread: Cutter Depth

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    I appreciate that info, I am going to run tests...

    I appreciate that info, I am going to run tests over the weekend or on a friday, since we work 4 1o hour days and are closed on fridays. I will use you as a reference.

    Sorry about the short phone...
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    Thank you for your input, I called Waukesha and...

    Thank you for your input, I called Waukesha and they gave me 1850rpm and 7ipm at .250" of cut.
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