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  1. Thread: Startup Question

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    Startup Question

    I'm new to Sheetcam so I have no idea what all the boxes are I see when I startup Sheetcam. See attached image.

    Can anyone help?

    Tom

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    Speed of 2440 Boss laser

    Does anyone know the max and min speeds of the Boss 2440 laser?
  3. Need a recommendation on a control board for plasma cutter

    I have a DIY plasma cutter and I want to upgrade it's control system.

    Are there any recommendations on what would be the best machine control board. I'll be using Mach 3, a torch height...
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    Best Laser Cutter Engraver to buy

    I am looking for input as to what is the best laser cutter to buy in the $3,000 price range.

    From what I've seen it seems it would be a China machine but any help, info or suggestions would be...
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    Laser not firing with test button

    I have a 100W Redsail Laser and the laser stopped working.

    I have 220V to the laser power supply but the laser does not fire when the test button is pushed. Does the test button need water flowing...
  6. Update to my post of yesterday, Program Wont Load

    I found that if I start Mach3 and DON'T "Ref Home All" the program loads and runs correctly. If I do home all nothing loads and I get the symptoms described in my earlier post.

    Any ideas?

    Tom
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    Program won't load

    Another problem in getting my DIY plasma cutter working.

    I created a simple test program (2 circles) in an evaluation copy of Sheet-cam and when I try to load it in my licensed copy of Mach 3 I...
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    Re: Would Like to switch to RD Works

    Thanks for the response.

    That solution is a lot more involved than I'd hoped and for now it's not a possibility. I guess there is no simple solution so I'll have to live with AutoLaser.
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    Would Like to switch to RD Works

    I have a RedSail X700 that came with AutoLaser software and the machine control software is Laser Engraving Control System-TL-403. I'm not connected directly to the machine so I output a .out file...
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    Power questions for Redsail X700

    I just received my Redsail X700 today and have some questions about input power.

    The machine power data plate is marked 220V 50 Hz 10 A. That's 2200 watts as I see it. The machine came with a 110V...
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    Question About Max Current for 100 watt laser

    I have a laser engraver on order with a 100 Watt RICI tube and would like to know what the optimum operating current would be. I understand that over driving the tine will cause early failure but...
  12. Need help with offsets for PathPilot RapidTurn

    I’m in the process of reading the RapidTurn to cut my first part as outlined in Section 4.1. of the RapidTurn manual. I’ve followed all the instruction regarding touch off of a bank tool holder, the...
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    Spindle rotation of RapidTurn

    I'm in the process of installing a RapidTurn on my 770 and the spindle rotates on the wrong direction.

    The mill spindle operates in the correct direction it's just the RapidTurn spindle that's a...
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    Re: Problem with Quick Change Motor Connection Kit

    Just a quick update.

    Tormach responded yesterday and apologized for the instructions; they are for the 1100. They provided a draft copy of the 770 and it looks like the kit will work with the 770...
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    Re: Problem with Quick Change Motor Connection Kit

    For $11 I'll see what it's like. Although I have no way to determine the electrical characteristics so I'll judge by fit and feel. I have a small metal enclosure that will work so if there's a fire...
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    Re: Problem with Quick Change Motor Connection Kit

    I expect to have to fabricate my own bracket but my reason for letting Tormach know is more to do with the fact that I used to be in the business of writing technical documentation. Hopefully by...
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    Re: Problem with Quick Change Motor Connection Kit

    That's a slick solution. I hadn't considered a switch but I'll see if that might work.

    In my dreams I'm hoping that Tormach will say, "We have the right bracket and we'll send it immediately."...
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    Problem with Quick Change Motor Connection Kit

    I have an issue with the installation of the motor connection kit and have attached a copy of the e-mail I sent to Tormach. I expect to hear from them but this being the weekend that probably won't...
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    Question about 770 with auto oiler

    I recently received my Tormach 770 with an automatic oiler and was wondering if anyone has experience with how long and how frequent to set the oilier timing?

    Any help would be appreciated.

    Tom
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    Need some help with ball screw installation

    I just received a ball screw along with a fixed and free end bearing assembly and would like some help in understanding the assembly process.

    In particular I’d like to know how the 2 spacers are...
  21. Thanks for the replies. The info on linear...

    Thanks for the replies.

    The info on linear force should have been obvious to me but I just missed it. Thanks.

    As for the Timken bearings, they sound like what I need but I couldn't find the...
  22. Need mechanical help with ball screws for DIY CNC

    I’m in the process of designing a small DIY CNC light duty engraver and I need some help with the best method of securing the ball screw shafts. I know there are blocks that can be used at each end...
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    It looks like my problems are resolved but I'll...

    It looks like my problems are resolved but I'll share a few things I learned in case others have similar problems.

    The motor/shaft and associated worm screw can be pivoted away from the spur gear...
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    I thought I’d give an update on my progress in...

    I thought I’d give an update on my progress in resolving this issue.

    I talked to Novakon and they gave me their recommended settings for the A axis and I’ve included them here in case anyone wants...
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    It looks like we’re dealing with two different...

    It looks like we’re dealing with two different devices. I remember reading that the NM-200 had a 6” device while my NM-135 had a 4”. I’ve attached a picture and as you can see, it doesn’t look like...
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    I appreciate the detailed response and I have a...

    I appreciate the detailed response and I have a couple of comments and questions.

    I had the same 5pin / 7pin connector issue and in addition to having to wire in the new connector it was larger...
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    Need info on 4th axis for NM-135

    I'm in the process of installing a 4th axis I recently purchased from Novakon and would like information from anyone who has installed one. In particular, is there anything in the setup process other...
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    The good news is that tightening the balls screws...

    The good news is that tightening the balls screws following Alan's directions got my Y backlash down to 0.0025". That's a whole lot better then it was but what's "good enough"? I can't easily get to...
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    I did Mike's backlash check and found that X =...

    I did Mike's backlash check and found that X = 0.0009" and Y = 0.023". I didn't do the Z but I will later. Both measurements gave pretty consistent results so it looks like I have a big Y axis...
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    Mike, Thanks again. I forgot you mentioned how...

    Mike,

    Thanks again. I forgot you mentioned how to do the backlash measurement and I'll do it first thing tomorrow as well as switch to Sherline.

    This thing has me totally frustrated and if it...
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