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    Re: External Reset Button

    Paul,

    I am not expecting any issues with PP, and my hand hand held console is using the same communication protocol as the Operators Console that Tormach offers. I am looking at taking the...
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    Re: Tormach Slant Pro CNC Lathe - Raleigh NC

    Interested PM Sent.
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    Re: For sale some tormach bits and pieces.

    I would be interested in the tail stock and live center set.
  4. Re: PathPilot compatible touchscreen (Same model as Tormach touch screen) for $149.99

    None, the controls on the monitors are not very intuitive. They default to the AV cables, and hitting the input select button, and stopping when you get to VGA or HDMI does not actually change the...
  5. Re: PathPilot compatible touchscreen (Same model as Tormach touch screen) for $149.99

    You can pick up the Monoprice monitors from Amazon.

    https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01DWQMVUU/

    Tormach sells the 17 I believe, but the 21 works just fine.
  6. Re: Not sure what's causing machine to not advance beyond a line of code

    What post processor are you using?
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    Re: Saturn 2 - 4x4

    Finally got around to mounting the base board, I ordered a sheet of 5ft wide MDF from a local plywood supplier, only cost me $42.

    I laid out the grid pattern with a chalk line and drilled them...
  8. Re: Specs for the locations of the EStop Mounting

    Are you the Phil Johnson of the X-Carve fame?
  9. Re: Specs for the locations of the EStop Mounting

    I had to flip the orientation of the x-axis mounting tab, when I mounted it in the original orientation the z-axis sensor would hit the back of the cable.

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    Re: Saturn 2 - 4x4

    I used it last weekend to do a little test cut. It worked great, my only thought was that the 4 inch hose going directly to my dust collector had so much suction it was pulling the 3 inch long...
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    Re: Saturn 2 - 4x4

    David, the original dust show design is from CNC Router Parts: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1363341

    I modified it to take slightly larger magnets: 3/8"x1/4" N52 Disc Magnet | CMS Magnetics
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    Re: Saturn 2 - 4x4

    I picked it up from here: Mini Pro Tram System 11-000 - Edge Technology

    I had originally bought it for my x-carve, so I have the mini tram guage which has a .25" shaft.
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    Re: Saturn 2 - 4x4

    Did the left right tramming, I think it came out about as good as I will ever get it

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    I 3d printed a dust shoe as well
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  14. Re: Specs for the locations of the EStop Mounting

    What specifically are you looking to have answered? I just ran mine on the Saturn 2 the other night, I might be able to answer your question.
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    Re: Saturn 2 - 4x4

    Thanks, David!

    The tubing I am using is 3/8 ID, 1/2 OD vinly tubing from home depot, fits the bolts perfectly.

    I am not sure about the electronics. I have been pondering putting a door or...
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    Re: Saturn 2 - 4x4

    Found the absolute best use of my floor jack yet, I assure you the board is way more level than my camera is.. lol

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    Connected up all of the cables, and first power on with the panel...
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    Re: Saturn 2 - 4x4

    Running the wires for the motors, each motor has a 4 wire power lead, and a 6 wire encoder lead. I bought a 500ft roll of 18/4 shielded wire, pulled and soldered all custom wires.

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    Re: Saturn 2 - 4x4

    Installed larger cable chains, wrapped the bolts in scrap tube to keep them from rubbing my cables

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    Re: Saturn 2 - 4x4

    For now, I am going to use the Raspberry Pi 3, with a CNC Hat to send step and direction pulses to the motor controllers. The motors I am using are closed loop nema 23 with digital controllers from...
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    Re: Saturn 2 - 4x4

    Then getting the machine home, and on the table, I borrowed my neighbor's engine hoist to get it off of the pallet and onto the table.

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    Saturn 2 - 4x4

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    Saturn 2 4x4 Machine
    Lichuan Closed Loop NEMA 23 motors and controllers
    1.5kw Spindle and VFD
    Raspberry PI + CNC Hat, running cncjs
    12inch Windows 10 tablet for remote access...
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    Re: Is FLA still in business?

    They absolutely are, I just received a new Saturn 2 last week. I get the impression that with the launch of the Saturn 2 Nate is a little overwhelmed trying to keep up with the response.
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