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    Re: Precision Matthews PM-940M (and it begins)

    amazing.

    I didn't get from the pictures whether you used the standard nut holder for the Y axis or made a custom one. Did you drill new holes to attach it?

    For the X axis it looks like you...
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    Re: Precision Matthews PM-940M (and it begins)

    Holy cow..I’m not planning to use a power drawbar, but I already felt the top of the column might be uneven as well. And it’s not even detachable so if that’s the case we’re gonna have to go with a...
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    Re: Precision Matthews PM-940M (and it begins)

    Very nice!

    I'm going down a similar route. I'm ordering screws and supports from BST as well. The main differences between your setup and mine are that I'll use steppers, won't overdrive the Y...
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    Re: Precision Matthews PM-940M (and it begins)

    I was thinking of going with a double nut 2505 for the Z and single nut 2505 for X and Y. But after reading you I'm considering a 3205 for the Z as well.
    Where are you buying your screws from?
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    Re: Precision Matthews PM-940M (and it begins)

    LOL true!! Some of the ways on my machine leave a lot to be desired, and they've met the grinder too..


    nice job with the oil groves!
    What's your plan with regards to the Z axis bearings? Are...
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    Re: Looking to pull the CNC conversion trigger

    amazing job!
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    Re: Precision Matthews PM-940M (and it begins)

    Amazing job with the base! Are you gonna stand on the base as well while operating the machine?

    I received my PM940 a couple days ago too..guess they come from the same batch.
    Mine has a couple...
  8. Re: My DIY power drawbar for the PM940 CNC VS No air needed

    Nice stuff! Will consider doing something similar!
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