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    Mach3 Documented Bug List

    It is commonly stated that Mach4 was created because Mach3 has architectural limitations that cannot be overcome with patches.
    I have searched here and in Google for a list of documented Mach3 bugs...
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    Re: used cad / cam software

    Have you looked into AutoDesk Fusion360? It's free for hobbyists and does complete CAD/CAM.
    Just a suggestion.
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    Re: Common problem with Gecko drives

    Perhaps some contact cleaner would be a good idea.
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    Re: Any pics of cnc control cabinets?

    Well, it's been a while, but here is my new control box that I've been working on for a couple of months. It's a 16x20x10 Hoffman box I scored on Craigslist for $50

    120V Power comes in the left...
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    Re: Anyone use Centroid control on a VMC?

    If you go here
    https://centroidcncforum.com/viewforum.php?f=60&sid=21e183d5edd835ed08670e3ee4b6112a
    to centroid's website and search on "vmc" you will find several instances of people converting...
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    Re: Another power supply size question

    I have these same motors and drivers and am working on an upgrade from my current open-loop steppers. I have been reading and debating the same question: 36V or 48V? So this thread is very timely...
  7. Re: Upgrading from Steppers to Hybrid Steppers (servos) questions

    Those are NEMA 17 motors.
    FYI
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    Re: Any pics of cnc control cabinets?

    Ralph,
    Wow, your post is full of information and obviously took you a long time to write.
    Thanks very much!
    Gary
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    Re: Any pics of cnc control cabinets?

    Roger,
    Thank you!
    Gary
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    Re: Any pics of cnc control cabinets?

    Jim,
    Thanks for the quick reply.
    Your advice helps me make a better start.
    Gary
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    Re: Any pics of cnc control cabinets?

    Hey Guys,
    I realize this thread has been on vacation for a month, but I have a couple of related questions.
    I've been running desktop CNC's for 5 years or so and have always tried to keep my wiring...
  12. Re: Which motion control / software for a combo machine?

    PinkPanda,
    I think you are getting good advice here, but I'd like to make a couple of observations:
    Centroid makes more controllers than just the Acorn. They have been in the professional CNC...
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    Re: Acorn and Rays feedback

    RLWoodie,
    I attended Cronulla High School on the south end of Sydney from 1967 through 1970, so old farts can learn this stuff too.
    Others, it is often left out of the conversation that the Acorn...
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    Re: $200 Spindle Motor?

    I am looking to replace the router on my 2-axis CNC (fixed Z) with a spindle for noise and runout issues. It will be used to cut hardwood, not any metal. I can find this combination of 400W...
  15. Re: Controller + breakout board for Mach4? Ethernet Smoothstepper?

    If you should decide to go with the UCCNC and a UC300ETH-UB1 I have a brand new one I can't use with UCCNC license.
  16. Re: UC300ETH-UB1 / Gecko G540 / UCCNC Ports and Pins?

    Gerry,
    Thanks for the quick reply. I've attached a picture of my UB-1. Are you saying that the port marked LPT4 maps to Port2 and LPT5 maps to Port3?
    If so, where is that documented so I can read...
  17. UC300ETH-UB1 / Gecko G540 / UCCNC Ports and Pins?

    After the recent problems with Mach3 and Windows updates, I am moving away from Mach3.
    One of my new machines will be a Gecko G540 / UC300ETH-UB1 / UCCNC setup.
    After some initial problems getting...
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    Sticky: Re: Mach3 Windows 10 64bit 1803 Provisional Patch

    Gerry,
    Yeah, I tried rolling back to a couple of different dates and neither would boot up correctly after that.
    Oh well, I DO appreciate your input.
    Gary
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    Sticky: Re: Mach3 Windows 10 64bit 1803 Provisional Patch

    I realize this thread is about the Windows 10 patch and I've applied that to one of my machines running Windows 10 and it worked (thanks to CNCRouterParts and Artisoft)
    However, I also have a...
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    Re: Huanyang Chinese VFD settings and manual here!

    MacTec54
    PERFECT!!! My spindle now runs as expected - turning the speed control knob clockwise all the way gives me 24,000 rpm and a minumum of 7,200 rpm.
    You have been very helpful not only to...
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    Re: Huanyang Chinese VFD settings and manual here!

    MacTec54,
    Thanks for responding.
    Jumper J1 is set correctly on the rightmost 2 pins.
    Yes, this is a 110V spindle - I bought the spindle then started reading this forum - sort of got things...
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    Re: Huanyang Chinese VFD settings and manual here!

    I have a slightly different problem that I have not seen addressed in this thread.
    I have the 110V/2.2KW Huanyang VFD and a 110V 24000 rpm spindle.
    I have set all the parameters to MacTec54's...
  23. Re: gecko g540 nema 23 425oz 2.8 amp need resistor

    I'm sorry that nobody ever answered your question.
    Yes you need a resistor or you can burn up your motor(s).
    The resistor goes across pins 1 & 5 - those are the 2 on the ends of the long side of a...
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    Re: Electronic home switches made easy!

    crob09
    If by "look" you mean visually look, the pictures show everything I can see. The sensor is built into the table and I'm leery of pulling up on the sensors themselves for fear of impeding the...
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    Re: Electronic home switches made easy!

    Al,
    The wires are black, light blue, dark blue, and red as you can see in the pictures.
    There seems to be a sensor at each end of the slide.
    I did search the website of the manufacturer, but...
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    Re: Electronic home switches made easy!

    Hey Guys,
    Now I'll admit that I haven't read all 36 pages of this thread, so if my question has come up before, please excuse my laziness and point me to the appropriate post.
    I bought a linear...
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    Mariss, Thanks for the update. I, at least,...

    Mariss,

    Thanks for the update.

    I, at least, will be anxiously awaiting the new models.

    Thanks!!

    Gary
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    I just wanted to get back and give an update on...

    I just wanted to get back and give an update on my problem. I finally got back to the optical home switch this past weekend. I followed Al's instructions - desoldered the 220ohm and replaced it...
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    I've got plenty of 12V DC sources - I'm only...

    I've got plenty of 12V DC sources - I'm only running 1 hard drive in my controller PC, so all those spare HD connectors carry 12V and 5V.

    Thanks for the input all!

    Gary
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    Thank you Sir!!! Gary

    Thank you Sir!!!

    Gary
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