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Patrick,

Sent you an email last nigth. Did you receive it.
I received your PM.

Mark

Deane,

Sorry, can't look at ebay thru my current internet access.

Check the speed you are running the X & Y axis motors. If different than the z axis. Change it to the same as the z axis and...

Deane,

Could you describe the entire machine.

What brand machine did you start with.

What brand and models of motors/drives/break out boards.

Computer make & model.

Sneaky,

Congrats on getting a machine. Definately run it manually until you
get the parts for cnc. I made the mistake of taking my mill apart
before and wish I had it to use manually.

Mark

Andy,

Would you PM me your email address.

I scanned the paperwork over the weekend. PM me your
email address so I can send the information.

Wiring diagrams look much better than when I...

Andy,

I can scan the informationI do have for you.
Can't get to the scanner until next week.

Mark

Just contact me when your ready.
I'll PM my contact details.

Mark

Sneaky,

The group didn't take off. A few of us meet at random times.

I'm usually around most weekends if you want to meet.

On the x3 -vs- RF mill. I have an rf style w/ R8 spindle.
Have a...

My machine is in good condition for its age. Almost 30 years old, but it was a local training school machine. Guess it has less than a couple hundred hours use in its life. Have to deal with some dry...

uli12us

Thanks for responding. Would it be possible to get a copy of your manual. Have a german speaking/reading friend to help. Mostly interested in wiring diagrams and the pictures in the...

Graemeian,

Did you find a manual for this machine.

i just got one from the earliy eighties.

Mark

Ken,

what area of electronics do you need help understanding.

probably to late but we have a monthly home machinist group
get meeting tomorrow in the northern suburbs.

send me a PM if you...

Michael,

Can't give specific advice on that VFD, had trouble trying to download the manual.

Mach3 can control a vfd. I'm converting a lathe right now. I am using a break out board (BOB) from...

Jasminder,

Like the turret, have to live with a quick change tool post for a while.

Rapids are 50ipm and good surface finish. Looking into upgrading to nema 34 steppers and direct drive for...

Chich,

Thanks. Going to cnc my zay45 next, but prefer a small vmc. I see from the other thread you have a femco durga 25e. I just missed out on one from Brizzy from the floods.

Planning a...

Wanted a share my lathe conversion.

Running ballscrews, steppers, gecko 251 drives and Mach3.

Mostly cutting steel.

Next additions is adding threading, coolant and full enclosure.

Any...

Wanted a share my lathe conversion.

Running ballscrews, steppers, gecko 251 drives and Mach3.

Mostly cutting steel.

Next additions is adding threading, coolant and full enclosure.

Any...

The WA Home Workshop
Machinist

Saturday the 6th of March 2011 at 1500hrs it is intended to have a meeting with the view to establish a group of like minded enthusiasts at;

194 Gildercliffe...

Andre,

Thanks for the response.

Will email you direct to order.

Mark.

How long is it taking for Dolphin UK to respond to email inquiries.

Sent an email last Friday inquiring on the cost for hobby lathe module.

Just finishing up converting a Hare & Forbes AL-320G...

Hi Marty,

No body turned up last month. But if you want to go
this sunday the 21st. I'll turn up. Just let me know.

Mark.

Meeting this month. Sunday the 17th.
Hope to see you at the meeting.

Mark.

The Group meets on the third Sunday each month (this month Sunday 15th NOVEMBER, 2009) - at:

McDonalds McCafe
Corner Canning Highway and Berwick Street
Victoria Park
Western Australia

at...

Kbgo,

Between 3-8 turn up each month. Everyone is welcome.

Is the Reprap machine the one discussed on cad_cam_edm_dro yahoo group a while ago?

Let me know what questions you have on the cnc...

The Group meets on the third Sunday each month (this month Sunday 21st JUNE, 2009) - at:

McDonalds McCafe
Corner Canning Highway and Berwick Street
Victoria Park
Western Australia

at about...

Doug,

I plan to cnc the 320g. Have the lathe and ballscrews. Still to buy motors.
Haven't had time due to work as well. Looks to slow down a bit next week.
Look to be building some interesting...

The Group meets on the third Sunday each month (this month Sunday 19th APRIL, 2009) - at:

McDonalds McCafe
Corner Canning Highway and Berwick Street
Victoria Park
Western Australia

at about...

Doug,

Email sent.

Mark

Doug,

Sorry for the confusion. We meet the 3rd Sunday of the month. Ocassionally have the meetings at a members house.

Where are you located, I'm north of the river. If your near by I'm...

Jag2x,

Serveral people in Perth doing cnc. We get together once a month, This Sunday is the next meeting. Hope to see you there.

Mark

McDonalds Cafe Bar
Corner Berwick Street & Canning...