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    What is the best THC system

    I'm going to build a new plasma machine and the torch height controller is very important.
    I'm reading all kinds of things. What I want is a controller that has anti dive capabilities that can see...
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    THC 301 D and Mach 3 software.

    I have a thc 301d torch height controller set up and it works. the problem I am running into is the thc feed rate. It is set to 5% and will not allow me to set it any lower. the height controller...
  3. Thread: Ohmic sensor

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    Ohmic sensor

    Is there anyone that has set up and using an ohmic sensor with plasma cutting? I have one I purchased from a guy in Turkey and I don't know enough about the wiring on the breakout board to get it to...
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    I have v22training CD,s if you want to purchase

    I have v22training CD,s if you want to purchase
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    THC300 not working using Mach3

    I have been searching for the answer to a few questions about getting the thc to work properly on my plasma table
    I am using sheet cam to generate code.
    THC appears to function but the only thing...
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    height controller

    this looks like the solution we have been waiting for and is very affordable.
    See his link http://www.agelkom.com.tr/index.htm
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    Good Luck on your endeavor. CNC as a Hobby and...

    Good Luck on your endeavor. CNC as a Hobby and small business is quite a challenge and very rewarding. I have successfully converted one table top machine Also for sale here on CNC zone. it was a...
  8. My thoughts are to upgrade to a better mill. I...

    My thoughts are to upgrade to a better mill. I started out learning on an x3 from syil and found out fast, it was just too small to do most of the work I wanted to do. I retrofitted a round column...
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    I will leave them just like they are, and use...

    I will leave them just like they are, and use them. It can't hurt. Thanks,
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    Yes that is exactly what I am refering to ( I see...

    Yes that is exactly what I am refering to ( I see the pic on 17 now)
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    I am assuming you are refering to the armature...

    I am assuming you are refering to the armature chokes in the post.
    What exactly does a choke do for a servo motor? reduce current? Reduce voltage? What are the benifits?
    Will I need this on the...
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    Fenner Drive out put to motor

    Have a question about some older DC servo drives.
    I am retrofitting a Lagun that had an Anilam crusader controler on it with baldor dc servos. I have salvaged the motors and power supply and...
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    linear scale wiring diagrams

    I have an old anilam linear scale and would like to be able to use it with the cnc brain. does anyone know what type of voltage it takes? and do they work with it?
    Also would like to use a sony dro...
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    round stuff

    one of the things I did to my mill to make the z axis work was to fab an imput right into the hand/miro adjustment hole in the front of the head. only issue is lots of back lash. for some reason it...
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    Draw backs to round column

    I have a round column mill and I like the little critter for what it is.
    It is tougher than the x3 because it is larger (I used to own one). And that means you can do larger work take heavier cuts...
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    There are many things to consider, starting with...

    There are many things to consider, starting with what processes you need to accomplish. what grade of material? How Ridged is your machine? Most of the cutting work all depends on how much material...
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    odds are great that smoke happens when you random...

    odds are great that smoke happens when you random select connections.
    What exactly is the problem? the motor has six wires? the motors should have come with instructions stating which colors mean...
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    Lathe Retrofit to CNC

    My question is what is the best/cost effective solution for controling lathe spindle for threading and constant surface speed cutting?
    What type of controler would I need? what is the best feed...
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    Try, Apex auctions, Ebay, google machinery...

    Try, Apex auctions, Ebay, google machinery resellers. Apex has some very lucritive deals but a lot of there stuff is in UK so voltage requirements are always a consideration and shipping gets pricey.
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    I purchased an X3 last year from Syil america and...

    I purchased an X3 last year from Syil america and every thing I needed was taken care of. We always want imediate response to everything. I do a lot of purchasing for a large business. I forget about...
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    To answer the question about motor sizing I...

    To answer the question about motor sizing I believe the 5/8" shaft and 3-1/2" spacing is a nema 42 anybody else have motor specs to confirm?
  22. new question

    Ok I am about as dumb as it gets, well not all the time but some times I think I am having a geritol moment way too often. First question is. How do I post messages or questions on this site?
    I...
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    to study the cd's you don't need bobcad installed...

    to study the cd's you don't need bobcad installed on your computer but it is advisable to have a demo version set up so you can practice the steps. have you down loaded the trial version yet?
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    I have some Email me at [email protected] and I...

    I have some Email me at [email protected] and I will see what I can come up with
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    The cnc for pc breakout board works well for me,...

    The cnc for pc breakout board works well for me, I too don't have xylotex drives but that wont matter. the board is exaclty what you need and is op ioslated. They have a few different boards, I used...
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    Thaank you so much for the information, I was...

    Thaank you so much for the information, I was hoping someone could explain it that easy, I appreciate you time and effort. Will keep in touch and see what unfolds as the project progresses. I would...
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    I like it, I had considered a belt assembly using...

    I like it, I had considered a belt assembly using just a tight tough belt stretched from end to end but most of the belting I looked at didn't like being bent backwards. Being I am not an engineer by...
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    I'm hunting for it as I type this,

    I'm hunting for it as I type this,
  29. If global warming gets any worse in the pacific...

    If global warming gets any worse in the pacific northwest I am going to freeze to death!
    I think mother nature is taking over and adjusting her winds and creating a lot of cooler air. ocean currents...
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    You have my attention!

    You have my attention!
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