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    Re: BLDC controller troubleshooting

    I did. No help.

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    BLDC controller troubleshooting

    Hello,
    I purchased the 1100W BLDC from Automtion Technology a couple years ago and it has been working well until the other night. It still powers on but will not drive the motor. One of the...
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    Re: Replacing GO704 table. Will it work?

    That is a good idea actually. Seems that the table is sacrificial in my shop anyway. :mad:

    Is it even possible to fix this? Brazing, welding?
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    Replacing GO704 table. Will it work?

    Hello all, I had an end mill pull out and of course, it was on a cut where I left the area. I cut the side of the center slot 1/8 deep for ~10". The T nut still holds some but I'm sure it's weakened...
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    Re: VFD setup. Will I kill it?

    Thank you Al. I don't have a 25amp circuit available just std. 120v household (15a?). Seems like I better get a 1.5hp motor to be on the safe side. I was hoping it would run safely but just be...
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    Re: VFD setup. Will I kill it?

    Unfortunately, I'm not sure what RPM I need most of my reading says faster is better but I'm not sure. MY main concern is if I can run this 2HP 3PH motor using that VFD on 120V input and not harm...
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    Re: VFD setup. Will I kill it?

    I can go 240 in the shop but I would like to use this grinder in the basement shop which is difficult to get 240v. You say "low rpm", will it run as is since the VFD outputs 240v? I guess what I'm...
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    VFD setup. Will I kill it?

    Hi all, I was hoping someone with 3PH motor and VFD experience could advise me on a situation I've gotten myself into. I'm building a 7x72 belt grinder from plans purchased at
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    Motor I...
  9. Re: ALIBRE / GEOMAGIC What are your thoughts about Support and Maintenance

    I paid for the sw and support is so bad I dumped it. No point in learning a sw package that will be gone soon. No way they survive with their attitudes.
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    Re: 4th Axis for G0704

    I have the full sherline cnc rotary table setup if you want to take a gander at it. Tailstock, chucks, angle plate (fixed and adjustable). Also have the standalone controller I used before I got...
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    Re: CNC Project !! AMA25LV (G0704) Mill !!!!!!!

    Now I'm curious. Isn't the table supposed to move opposite the keys when jogging? I've been thinking of cutter to move all this time. Hit the up button the table moves tword you but the cutter is...
  12. Thread: Hoss's G0704

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    Re: Hoss's G0704

    Potatohead, I just discovered were almost neighbors and both working on a G0704 conversion we should chat. I have my X2 Hoss converted that I'm using for the G0704. It'll cut the oil grooves...
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    Re: Good trip to the metal recyclers

    I go to the one on emerald once a month or so. Since they are not open weekend I have to go at lunch. I've had some good scores but Nothing like what you hit.
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    Re: X2 motor controller failure

    Thanks for the offer. I plan on upgrading the motor and using the KBMM-125 so I don't think I'll try and replace this one. I would like to fix it to use for other applications plus it would be a...
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    Re: X2 motor controller failure

    No I haven't touched the spindle at all. Still turns as free as ever.
    Still looking for a full schematic of this controller then maybe have a shot at fixing.
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    Colchester Bantam Lathe

    Anyone have comments on the 6x20 Colchester Bantam Lathe? I'm considering one. It looks like a solid machine but I've never heard of it. Nice size for my hobby room. I'd be replacing my Jet...
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    X2 motor controller failure

    Well I guess my luck runs out. I have been running my X2 for a couple years with the stock controller, motor and belt drive conversion. I'm working on converting a G0704 using HOSS plans so I'm...
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    Re: Mach 3 pendant options?

    All this talk of pendants got me. I order a P2-S from VistaCNC, it's great and took all of 5 minutes to get it running. I didn't know what I as missing I love this thing! I have had a touchscreen...
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    Looking at all the accessories that is a steal. ...

    Looking at all the accessories that is a steal. You're going to be busy.

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    Also, the sherline website has a good writeup on...

    Also, the sherline website has a good writeup on what to look for when buying used machines. It covers upgrades over the years and compatibility with newer versions etc. Well worth a look in my...
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    I guess I should at least attempt to answer your...

    I guess I should at least attempt to answer your question instead of just trying to sell mine. 1200 seems reasonable specially for both a mill and lathe. You should go to sherline website to...
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    I really like the sherline stuff. Great for...

    I really like the sherline stuff. Great for learning and small stuff. I have a model 2000 for sale that I upgraded with AtoZ larger X-Y. It's all CNC. If you don't buy the one your looking at,...
  23. Thread: Hoss's G0704

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    I think it's very cool Hoss. But at the same...

    I think it's very cool Hoss. But at the same time not even remotely surprising. The amount of information and general cool stuff in your threads is a hobby in itself trying to stay current.
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    You must be joking! Sherline has so many goodies...

    You must be joking! Sherline has so many goodies for their HOBBY mills and lathes they are likely responsible for draining many, many bank accounts (like mine). I think their business model speaks...
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    I didn't pay the extra 100 for maintenance but I...

    I didn't pay the extra 100 for maintenance but I probably will just so I can get updates. The sales guy stopped responding after I got a little crabby when he told me they didn't have a 2013 user...
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    Those videos by Tom Meeks are very helpful,...

    Those videos by Tom Meeks are very helpful, really helped me get going. Alibre should hire him to create training videos for them. Thanks for the help guys.
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    I called the sales number on their website. It...

    I called the sales number on their website. It was $ 210 with tax. Only concern is the training is limited and I found out today they don't have a user guide for the new version yet. Ill likely...
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    Training and maintenance

    Hi all, I'm excited I finally got PE 2013 and am going through through the tutorials which are helpful but I'm concerned they are limited. Any good free sources for learning or should I just save...
  29. Thread: DeskCNC

    by moto52000
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    If there is any way you can swap that DeskCNC...

    If there is any way you can swap that DeskCNC package for the Mach3 I would do it even at added cost. Mach3 and CamBam and you'll be happy. Deskcnc, you can make it work but it will be mostly on...
  30. Thread: PE Edition

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    Re: PE Edition

    I found out it was not 64 bit when I was about a week into my 30 day trial I noticed I was running PRO. I contacted Alibre and asked to eval PE since that was what I wanted to purchase. They changed...
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