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    Re: Lathe - Quadature configuration and setup

    The True RPM is now reading correctly. In tracing the encoder inputs by unplugging the PoKeys and the C78 boards from the motherboard and reinserting them the displays are now functioning properly. I...
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    Lathe - Quadature configuration and setup

    Having problems in configurating Pokeys57e and Mach4 lathe encoder. I'm using a CNC4PC M16D board and I need to know the proper pokeys input pins for the A, B and Index. I'm getting a very clean...
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    Re: UCCNC lathe controller

    Thanks everyone for your replays, I think that I am now pointed in the right direction and I have added my name to lathe update list on the UCCNC forum.
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    UCCNC lathe controller

    What is the better board, for a lathe, using UCCNC software a UC300ETH or the UC400ETH and why?
  5. Thread: 1.2020

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    Re: 1.2020

    Hi Jim, I just selected the plugin, configured and enabled it and it worked.
    Bob
  6. Thread: Screen editor

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    Re: Screen editor

    CT63, nice screen, that's basically what I want to do by getting rid of unwanted features.
  7. Thread: Screen editor

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    Re: Screen editor

    Thanks guys, I'll give it a try. Bob
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    Screen editor

    I trying to edit the RUN screen to remove the A, B and C axis label background, I can select and delete the HOME and ZERO buttons and the DRO display 00000 but I can't seem to be able to select the...
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    Re: UC400ETH network setup

    OlfCNC thanks, it's OK now after I followed the directions properly by setting the IP to the correct device. Bob
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    Re: UC400ETH network setup

    Gerry, thanks, this time I changed the LAN ip to 10.10.10.10. with the correct subnet mask, and now it's working as designed and it accepted my License.
    My problem was that I kept looking for a new...
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    Re: UC400ETH network setup

    Gerry, I found that part of the Manual a little confusing. Are they referring to the LAN card or the UC400ETH ip address of 10.10.10.10?
    Any case, the UC400ETH does not appear on either the router...
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    UC400ETH network setup

    I just received the UC400ETH controller and I am unable to set it up on the network. I powering it up with 12V 2 amp PS and connecting it to the router or directly to the LAN card it is not seen as a...
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    Re: 1.2020

    Just uploaded the new version and I was pleased to find the new plugin for the wireless XHC-HB04 pendant. Works great without any problems.
    Now I'm waiting for the lathe version and the SAE/Metric...
  14. Re: UCCNC setting up metric/inch and Diameter/radius

    Thanks ger21, that's good to know. Bob
  15. UCCNC setting up metric/inch and Diameter/radius

    While waiting for the UC400ETH board and the UCCNC software key I have been trying to get myself familiar with the DEMO version.
    I can't seem to find the a way to switch between metric and inch or...
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    Re: UCCNC lathe using quadrature indexing

    Thanks. You guys convinced me that quadrature indexing, with UCCNC, is the way to go for precise threading. I my case, it's better for me to fabricate a another multi slot index wheel for A & B...
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    Re: UCCNC lathe using quadrature indexing

    Sam, thanks, I have used Linuxcnc a few years back but I thought that it required A, B & Indexes, I will give that a try again.
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    Re: UCCNC lathe using quadrature indexing

    olfCNC, thanks, I see the pinouts now after downloading and installing UCCNC and checking out the configuration files. I guess I will have to fabricate a 100 slot encoder wheel to add two more...
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    UCCNC lathe using quadrature indexing

    My lathe is presently set up on Mach3 turn, XP, LPT ports and single index pulse and I would like to try UCCNC software because I am not satisfied with the threading features of Mach3. Should I add a...
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    Re: Power Supply NEG returns questions

    The reason for the rewiring was to replace all the input and output wiring to the drivers, limit and home switches with shielded cables and ground the shield to a central point.
    The suspected noise,...
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    Power Supply NEG returns questions

    I'm in the process of rewiring my Mach3 Lathe controller due to noise problems and I have a few questions:
    1. Should I connect the 5 Volt and the 48 Volt negative returns together or leave the...
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    Re: Daul MPG's setup/install

    Hi Jan,
    unfortunately I had to put the dual MPG project on the back burner and have not done much since my last postings.
    I am using an old XP desktop with a two parallel ports and have not...
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    Re: Daul MPG's setup/install

    Is this something that you purchased or fabricated yourself? I was looking for a commercial unit or directions on making and wiring it up by myself, but so far no luck.
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    Daul MPG's setup/install

    I would like to setup and install a dual MPG control panel for running the Z and the X axis on my CNC lathe running Mach3. Is this possible with Mach3 or is LinuxCnc a better choice? The ideal setup...
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    G0602 ballscrew/ballnut assembly

    I have a extra unused (1605) 16 mm, 5 mm pitch, 812 mm (32") long ballscrew assembly with ballnut, both ends machined & ready for bearings with one end threaded.
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    Re: Ball Screw backlash

    My ball screw is supported at both ends by 201 FF (12 x 32 x 10 mm) bearings of which one end has an adjustable bearing plate that takes up all the endplay. This way I can get away with $5.00 eBay...
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    Re: Arduino Sherline Rotary Table controller

    I downloaded 1.6.5 and the sketch compiled ok with no errors. Bob
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    Re: Arduino Sherline Rotary Table controller

    Tonight I will download 1.6.5 version, run the sketch and report back. Bob
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    Re: Arduino Sherline Rotary Table controller

    It was written in version 1.6.3
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    Re: Arduino Sherline Rotary Table controller

    If you can't find the correct libraries, PM me your email and I will forward them to you. Bob
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