I am trying to pocket a 1.25" deep pocket in a piece of 2" bar stock 6061 T1 aluminium. I am using a 2 flute carbide end mill that is .5" in diameter with 1.35" of stickout in a ER collet. My cam...
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I am trying to pocket a 1.25" deep pocket in a piece of 2" bar stock 6061 T1 aluminium. I am using a 2 flute carbide end mill that is .5" in diameter with 1.35" of stickout in a ER collet. My cam...
Anyone got a NPT threading cycle for 1/8-27 NPT for Tormach?
Been through several attempts using various Sprutcam 8 hole pocketing operations and no luck thus far.
Kevin
Saw the lathe this week. Generally speaking they are getting real close. Some testing go on right now. Some small details to finish. Plus things like manuals, support materials, etc have to be...
Anyone using multi profile thread mills for tapered threads?
I have the following thread mill
http://www.lakeshorecarbide.com/18-27carbidethreadmillnptf.aspx
My plan is to spot the hole then...
Does anyone have a good reference for speeds and feeds for drills in milling machine?
I am also assuming plunge rate is the same as feed rate correct?
Kevin
Any suggestion on ramp setting? Cut2D allows me to set a length of the ramp or plunge. Right now I have it set to .125".
I am actually in the Dallas area. Worth the trip to check out the Tormach mills.
That is and LED light mounted around the spindle. I purchased it from Tormach. It's good for adding some additional light. For the 32 bucks it was worth it. Probably would work on most mills or...
I finally got everything together and successfully planed my material. A little video for the machine geeks.
http://youtu.be/DA2FaOFZUr4
Leo,
Stop by Z-Bot in Austin and see Bob and the gang.m they are a Tormach dealer and were a great help for me. They are the OEM manufacturer of the tool changer.
Kevin
I am in the process of surfacing an aluminum sheet. I am using the Tormach face mill that has the four inserts for aluminum. I started by using one of the wizards in Mach3. It's working but took a...
Thanks for the response guys. The Asburn coolant should be good with regular water.
Ashburn Apex 7000
Should I used distilled water with my coolant? Will cost more but thought it would help cut down on corrosion.
Kevin
Glad it all worked out. I should be taking delivery of my 1100 today so I'll be posting pics/video later this weekend.
Kevin
Is there a way that I can specify that my stock material is in hex shape. Cut3D is wanting to machine the entire hex shape of my part based on square stock existing.
I wanted to see what is the suggested protocol for preparing drawings for threading.
Do I draw a circle and create hole in part though or to blind dimension using minor dimension?
Some CAD...
I know where one is for sale. Send me Private message and I can share details.
Kevin
What is everyone using for CAD? I bought 2dCut with my 1100 for CAM. Should meet my needs and be a reduced learning curve than Sprutcam.
I will be mainly working with aluminum, drilling and...
Thanks for the note Blake. I actually ordered a Tormach 1100 yesterday.
Working on getting power and space in the shop. Should be delivered next week.
I may hit you up later in the lessons...
Hello guys. Thanks for all the feedback. I had the opportunity to visit a Z-Bot (Tormach Dealer) in Austin yesterday. I have placed my order for an 1100. So I am off to clear a space in my...
Will mostly be finishing work. The bulk removal will be mainly to square up stick or bore larger holes.
I can see lots if tapping, finishing and smaller countours for trim pieces etc.
Other...
Ok guys its the tired question of 770 versus an 1100.
For my needs I will be making mostly automotive parts out if 6061. From time to time I will need to cut stainless. Most of these parts will...
This is great feedback. As much as I would enjoy doing the conversion I can see it taking some time. The goal is to build parts and some side revenue to offset cost of mill.
I may need to post...
I have been digging through the forum as a new member for the last few weeks. I am in the process of buying a mill for CNC on aluminum 6061 and stainless every once in a while. More than likely 95%...
One of the reasons I am considering the G0704 is that there is so much information on the forum as well as other places on the internet. My intention is to convert to CNC. I will probably go with...
Neil,
Thanks for tye reply. I was beginning to think I ran everyone off. :) I am leaning toward the 463 model. I will have to check out the variations on the other distributors to see if there...
Hello everyone. I am new to the forum and I have spend the last several days digging through build threads. I am wanting to purchase a mill and I have been researching the following:
G0704,...