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Here is my opinion about the Skyfire machines.
I bought a SVM1 some time ago.
Don't expect a fancy video but the description covers all the issues.
https://youtu.be/oekwq0wepa4

Both VFD's are exactly the same. They are 3P. Only difference is 2kw :)
Thanks for the help

I need to replace my 5.5KW VFD for a different unit.
I'm offered a 7.5KW VFD for the same price as the 5.5KW VFD.
The motor is 5.5KW. Can the 7.5KW VFD be used with my 5.5KW motor? Or is it better...

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Thanks, I need a 5xD to get the required length for the hole

Hello
I need to make some parts on my lathe.
The external turning is no problem. But the inner hole with a flat surface is.
The inner diameter is 0.55"
Length of the hole is 2.75"
Small hole...

https://forums.autodesk.com/t5/hsm-post-processor-forum/emco-maier-vmc-100-postprocessor-including-initial-try-with/td-p/6084365?nobounce

It's for a VMC-100 but some people got it working? It's...

I already own a mill with 'modern' controls. I use Fusion360 to generate my gcode.
But I have no experience with older machines like the Emco 240. I don't know how good it works without a retrofit...

Hi
I'm thinking about buying a Emco turn 240 lathe (Emcotronic T1 control) for Aluminium work.
I don't want to retrofit the machine. I just want to start working.
But I have no experience with the...

thanks for the information

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I need some advice about a servo for my lathe spindle

I own a small lathe that I'm converting to CNC.
Because the lack of space behind the machine I can't change the 0.8kw motor to a 1.5kw...

Anyone got a way how to get Pathpilot for a non Tormach user? Or is it really not possible anymore?

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I've a question about how to work with a toolsetter probe.

I configured a toolsetter probe for my mill and it's working fine. But I'm not sure if I'm doing it the right way.

This is what...

Hi all

I own a small lathe that I'm currently converting to CNC.
It's one of those small lathes (Grizzly also has them), they are sold around the world with different brands and colors. But are...

I ordered a SVM1 and always get replies to mails (and I had allot of questions haha)
Defeng answered all my questions. Sometimes it can take 2/3 days but he is very busy I think.
Machine is...

Complete new pneumatic cylinder

Bought it to build my own Tormach Power Draw Bar (it's the same cylinder they use).
A guy at youtube made a DIY Power Draw Bar for his Tormach and uploaded all the...

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I shall quickly explain what I want to do. I need a milling machine to produce Aluminium parts (no steel). I have two possible candidates. But I'm in doubt which spindle is the best for me....

Hi

Does anyone have experience with the chinese BT30 ATC spindles?
There is almost nothing to find.
How is accurate are they?
...

What's on my list so far

- granite surface plate with the hole for tormach tts
- 1 2 3 block set
- parallel set
- 2 x TTS conversion kit (the rings)
- 2 x 12mm set screw holder tts
- 3 x 10mm...

Thanks for the replies

Already have a good vice
And ordered a Haimer 3d taster (not from tormach though)

Found some automatic tool height setters (similiar to the tormach ones).
Don't know...

Hi
I'm going to order a PCNC770.
What are must have tools?
I already have the TTS holders (er32,20,16), set screw holders in different sizes on my list.
What about the Shearhog? It looks like a...

Thanks for the reply
I indeed found the topic for the wireless pendant. Shouldn't be a problem. I hope it works almost the same for the wired pendant.

Hi,

Anyone knows if the XHC wired pendant works on PathPilot?
I'm going to buy a Tormach. But I don't think I like the control wheel they offer for PathPilot.

Yey! Sold my machine
After lots of trouble with the machine when it arrived. And 0 help from Omio (Lance)
I decided to fix things myself. But it was still far from perfect.
Some weeks ago I had...

Still don't know what to buy

I'm in doubt between a PCNC770 from Tormach or a Skyfire VMS-1S CNC

Skyfire machine got way better specs, lineaire rails, closed loop stepperdrivers.
But there is...

I will send them an email for some more information
I prefer to buy a machine in Europe.
Had very bad experiences with suppliers in China.

No reviews/experiences/videos available from the thojomech (except from their own youtube channel)

Thanks for the links
I also come across skyfire.
Looks like decent machines (linear bearings etc)
http://www.skyfirecnc.com/picshow.asp?id=35
Any experience with those?

Hi all,

I currently own a OmiaCNC 800L cnc mill.
Had lots of trouble with the machine and their lack of costumer service.
I use it to machine aluminium parts. Works fine...but not perfect. I...

What feedrates and spindle RPM are you guys using for Aluminium??
800L with 800W spindle

I use 10.000RPM with a 6mm 2 flute at around 550 / 650mm feedrate.
But I think it's far from optimal.