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    Re: Leveling, squaring, tramming help

    I'd level reasonably well and do a quick check for twist but only adjust base feet to correct some. Then give it time settle into it's new home and run it for a couple weeks or longer before...
  2. Re: 1100 mill (Changing the arrow keys to move the table?)

    Maybe try a hardware programmable keyboard where eprom in keyboard is reprogrammed and runs independent of computer operating system. Vortex keyboard for example.
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    Re: Buying my first CNC (1100M vs 770MX)

    In addition to all the good advice above, consider reviewing the titans of cnc building block course. I'm currently doing it (free) and it's helping my transition from 3d printer to cnc. Each...
  4. Thread: Jog dial stand

    by samstu
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    Re: Jog dial stand

    Nice design. Mine lives on right side, behind mouse cuz it seems I'm always switching between jog and mouse. Especially when zeroing with Haimer. I will give your design a shot, since it does seem...
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    Re: Sick of Tormach's poor customer service

    Centroid uses a forum very successfully to support their products. I'm betting that Tormach has answered some of the same questions hundreds if not thousands of times. Prusa 3d also has a similar...
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    Alibre Workshop anyone?

    Any users or opinions? I didn't see this on Alibre website previously, so maybe a new offering or new marketing push? (CAD/CAM for $400) If this has been discussed, please point me in right...
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    Re: New Fusion 360 limitations

    Autodesk had a similar problem with REVIT this summer for similar issues resulting in an uproar in the architecture community. So this is their current strategy. Free samples, Build a market,...
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    Re: New Fusion 360 limitations

    In another forum, an astute member pointed out that solidworks student premium is available for free to members of the EAA (experimental aircraft association) which cost 40 a year or less to join. ...
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    Re: New Fusion 360 limitations

    At least there aren't ads in display window or video ads before exporting finished product..... Want to draw a circle, just watch this advertisement for a new truck....

    I can't say I really blame...
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    Re: Shuttle Jog Step button cover

    Tigster / GoN

    Thingiverse had a crash a while back.

    Hope you enjoy and find useful.
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    Re: Shuttle Jog Step button cover

    Hi Pops, I too read that post and others about disabling step button in software and it's a great option. I didn't want to disable mine, as I do use it from time to time.

    I also didn't know if...
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    Shuttle Jog Step button cover

    Pretty self-explanatory. Cover that "step" key with a 3d printed cover. See https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4584044 for free download. No PathPilot script editing, etc.

    Files include 3...
  13. Thread: New R8 Collet

    by samstu
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    Re: New R8 Collet

    I just got in one of those Lyndex R8 collets in the last month as a backup on a recently purchased well-used 1100 s3. So I had to check this out after reading the above posts. Sure nuff, my old...
  14. Re: N00b seeks fantasy solution to power a cheap 220VAC 1.5KW spindle from 120VAC out

    First question: is this 220 v single or 3 phase. if 3 phase, you need vfd

    if single phase: you can use a transformer but limited to 10 amps.

    Look up "quick 220 systems" website. $215. ...
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    Surface Plate and strap clamp warnings.

    Hi. I'm new to forum and recently purchased a used Tormach 1100 series 3 with a fixture plate installed. As part of my cleanup, I pulled fixture plate and found at least 20 round gouges in the bed...
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