An update. I got the Spindle up and running, it's AWESOME, quiet, powerful, smooth, I should have done this years ago.
A Big Thank You to Mactec54 and joeavaerage, couldn't have done it without...
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An update. I got the Spindle up and running, it's AWESOME, quiet, powerful, smooth, I should have done this years ago.
A Big Thank You to Mactec54 and joeavaerage, couldn't have done it without...
Thanks again, parts ordered.
Thank you for your patience Craig. I found the relay to order. When I look for Diodes I get a huge range of specs, and the salesman just asks me what diode I want.. Any suggestions what I should...
Thank you, I was reading the spec sheet, and it said not for continuous on? I don't know what time duration they consider continuous. I asked the seller here in Canada and he recommended this one, ...
My BOB outputs 12 volts.
I wasn't using the ssr to turn the vfd on/off, I tried to use it to short the pair of control contacts to turn the spindle on/off.
I'm not familiar with signal relays, when I searched all I came up...
I want to get this running and I installed a POT to control speed, it's working and I can live with manual speed adjustment for now.
The problem I have now ( and this will show my electronic...
I have the vfd programed and was using the ssr to "short" the 2 contacts. Are you saying I should use the ssr to energize an electromagnetic contactor and use that to short the 2 contacts on the vfd?
Craig, Thank you for the info. I can solder, but my understanding of electronics is no where near yours, I would have to study your drawing and learn, lots!
I want to get this running and I...
Craig, If it's easy for you I would like to see the circuit diagram.
I hear you, but this machine has been bullet proof and runs regularly, for over 16 years. I just don't want to spend the time to redo it all, and maybe screw it up. I can turn the spindle on/off with...
If wires are correct, and it runs backwards, can I swap 2 wires like V&W to get it to run right direction?
Thanks, now I understand how to trigger a relay to connect FWD + DCM to turn on.
Yes I would like speed control.
I got it spinning, but it runs backwards. I can reprogram the VFD to allow reverse...
Sorry for all the questions, I just don't want to blow up this new spindle.
I got it spinning, but it runs backwards. I can reprogram the VFD to allow reverse and when I press REV, it runs forward....
Wow, no response. I have run the same BOB for years, no problems, but now I want to do the same thing, control a VFD & spindle. From pics I found online, a plug goes on the "6 pins" and connects to...
Can the shield clamp at the spindle end be clamped to the body of the spindle?
I think I found the answer here.
https://www.cnczone.com/forums/spindles-vfd/434145-cnc.html
I finally got the cable from IGUS, they don't move fast.
What is the best way to deal with the shield on the cable?
Just end it not connected, connect to ground wire, connect one end only or both...
Thank You Thank You!
I am at the wiring stage, but I can get it programed and ready, it won't take long to install the cable to the spindle when it gets here, hopefully tomorrow.
I owe you big...
"I have all the Parameters that you will need to set."
ok, so can you list them for me?
I have read that these come from the factory with the input set at 50Hz and I should change it to 60Hz before operating the spindle.
pd003 Main Frequency is set at 400, pd004 Base Frequency is set...
I just got a G-Penny BST 3.2C-100-24K, 220V, 3.2kw, 15A, 400 Hz, 24000 rpm water cooled spindle and a
HY04D023B Input 220V 50/60Hz, Output 3Ph, 0-220ac, 4.0Kw, 18A, .5-400Hz VFD
Lots of...
I ordered the spindle kit...
Thank you very much, and yes I have 40 amps available to the machine.
Mactec54, sorry to keep bugging you , but you seem to know a lot about these, and I don't. You said
"Be careful with the VFD Drive selection all are not created equal, so some of the package VFD...
Thanks Mactec54, and Joeavaerage, one last (maybe) question.
You had said some inverters in the package kits are not best, is the one in this package ok? Or should I order a different inverter...
mactec54, I was hoping you would respond, I have a few questions for you if you don't mind.
copied from previous post so you don't have to go find it,
I'm finally back and ready to buy a...
12,000 sounds slow, I normally cut aluminum at 20,000 RPM, 100 imp, .063" thick, 6061T6.
I'm finally back and ready to buy a spindle. I am looking at a G-Penny 3.2kw spindle & inverter kit....
Mactec54, Thanks for your advice and time! I will narrow the search next week and if you don't mind, get your opinion on the drive I select.