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  1. Re: Baldor/ABB ACB530 VFD and Colombo 5hp spindle

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  2. Baldor/ABB ACB530 VFD and Colombo 5hp spindle

    I bought this 10hp baldor vfd on ebay to run a 5hp colombo spindle that I also bought on ebay. I have downloaded the operators manual for the vfd, but Im new to everything cnc and was wondering if...
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    router to spindle upgrade

    Seeking advice on how to go about upgrading from a 3.25hp portercable router to a spindle with a little more power, and hopefully less noise. I am running a year 2001 warthog 4x8 that is being...
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    Dovetail drawers on flat table?

    anyone doing this, if so how?
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    Year 2001 warthog upgrades

    Im looking to upgrade my router motor to a spindle of some sort. I have upgraded this machines electronics from the original AH Ha controller to one built by automation technologies that uses gecko...
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    swapping from PC router motor to spindle?

    Are there any spindles out there with the same diameter body that would be easy to swap without making/buying new mounts?
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    Looking for advice on ball screw nut repair

    I have this machine and the ball screw nuts are showing some wear. I have no idea where or how to get new parts or service the existing ones. Any advice is appreciated
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    Warthog cnc ball screw repair

    I have discovered that my router is loosing steps due to binding in the ball screw on the x and y axis. The machine is a 4x8. Should I clean/ repack them or just buy new drop in units
  9. Thread: Tool sensor

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    Tool sensor

    I’m running uccnc on a 4x8 warthog cnc router, and I need to set up a tool sensor for router bit zero. How do I go about doing this
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    vacuum motor vacuum table. Again

    Looking to build a simple three motor set up, my first time. 4x8 warthog type machine. cut speeds are slow and in multiple passes. any and all info is appreciated. Sources for parts appreciated.If...
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    G201 X Tuning pot.

    trying to dial in my stepper motors on a cnc router. I am using the g201x drives, and I have set the dipswitches for the proper amperages. I notice in the directions that there is a screw for fine...
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    Calibration tips

    Just hoping to get a bump on my previous post. When calibrating (4x8 cnc router) is it best to go in both directions or home then calibrate outward?
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    warthog calibration

    hoping to get a bump from my previous post. I noticed it was moved to this category so Im reposting here. Im having a little trouble dialing in my long (y) axis. Its been brought to my attention that...
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    Re: Calibration tips

    Thanks Craig. I can run the y axis pretty fast(450-500ipm) before the motor stalls. I do notice that there are a couple of sticky spots when im jogging in the long direction, but I didnt think they...
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    Calibration tips

    HI im looking for advice on trouble shooting my y axis calibration. I have a year 2000 4x8 warthog style cnc router with ball screws on all axis. the y axis is belt driven on a center screw. it has a...
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    The Ah-Ha motor controller is set at 1600 steps...

    The Ah-Ha motor controller is set at 1600 steps per rev, or eighths. So what is the case? How do I determine my base settings. I can switch the motor controller to quarter, half and full steps as...
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    axis settings/tuning cnc router

    I have 200 step per unit motors.

    drivers are set to 1600 steps per revolution

    Ball Screws are as follows:

    Z axis 5mm lead x 15mm diameter (direct drive)

    X axis 6mm lead x 19mm diameter...
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    I’ve actually gone with uccnc, but that breakout...

    I’ve actually gone with uccnc, but that breakout board was already on the machine. I am now able to jog my x and y axis after figuring out some basic motor settings, but when I go to jog the z axis...
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    Mach 3 breakout board

    My router came with this breakout board. Not quite seen in the photo, it has its own power supply attached to terminals to the right of the USB port. My question is, do I still need to connect the...
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    So can the uc400 replace the breakout board?...

    So can the uc400 replace the breakout board? Seems like a lot of hopping to make it to the ah ha motor control box. Also. I’m not against replacing the Ah Ha box if there’s a reasonably priced option...
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    So can the uc400 replace the breakout board?...

    So can the uc400 replace the breakout board? Seems like a lot of hopping to make it to the ah ha motor control box. Also. I’m not against replacing the Ah Ha box if there’s a reasonably priced option...
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    switching from mach 3 interface

    I recently purchased this machine, which originally had an AH HA controller, then was upgraded with a Mach 3 breakout board. When I purchased the machine it had no PC, so Im kinda starting from...
  23. Thread: Mach 3 set up

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    Thank you! I will work on setting that up this...

    Thank you! I will work on setting that up this weekend
  24. Thread: Mach 3 set up

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    Mach 3 set up

    I posted a week or so ago about a used router that I bought that was missing its pc and software. im totally new to cnc. I have a new pc and am beginning the process of setting up mach 3. Because its...
  25. Thread: New to CNC

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    Re: New to CNC

    I would like to think that everything would be programmed per job, or at least per section of job. Ie box parts, drawer parts, doors ect... would I be doing myself a disservice buying cut2d as...
  26. Thread: New to CNC

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    Re: New to CNC

    I should also mention that I want to add a z zero sensor and some sort of pendant with E Stop...
  27. Thread: New to CNC

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    Re: New to CNC

    Thanks for the input! I think for now I will stick with Mach 3 just to see if it will mate a little easier, and to see if the ah ha controller and motors even work. I have been considering v-carve...
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    New to CNC

    HI I just bought a new "to me" cnc machine and need all the good advice I can get. I have attached pics. It has an ah ha controller with a mach 3 breakout board but no pc or software. my intent is to...
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    Re: Pro 48x96 for cabinet parts?

    We are a custom shop that in comparison to many are pretty low volume. I probably spend 7 days a month cutting parts on the saw. that being said I have personally been making cabinets for about 18...
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    Re: Pro 48x96 for cabinet parts?

    I know Im getting way ahead of myself but has anyone attached a secondary air drill to the Z axis on their machine
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