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Just wanted to send a shout out and say thank you! I'm using your model for my second design and a machine I'm building for my father-in-law! Thanks again!

Ok, no worries, thanks for the info though. I've also been thinking of going with the everlast. Just going to have to save a little more. Thanks!

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Hey rod, just came across your post and I was curious if you were able to make this work? I currently have a Lotos LTP6000 and was considering disabling the high frequency start and switching the...

Beautiful work!

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Just wanted to say you do some amazing work! It is inspiring and I can't stop admiring the pieces or your machine. Thank you for taking the time to share!

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From what I've read around here, bigger is always better with the round rails. I was under the assumption that I wouldn't be able to do aluminum without larger rails. Now that my machine is complete,...

I used sbr12 on my machine, on all axis, I have had no real issues yet other than the adjustment set screws on the bearing blocks vibrating loose, then the blocks lose their rigidity, but I think...

Found this, ENGINEERING.com | Beam Deflection Calculators probably for mild steel so you could estimate from there. A solid shaft 1.25" dia, 36" long with 100 lb load deflects nearly half an inch. I...

You could always file down a flat spot at your hole location, then drill a pilot and work your way up to your desired size.

I also came across their website, and curious if anyone has purchased their plans. Did you end up going that route, or are you still looking? I want to build a plasma table and I've been doing some...

Thanks papp, I'll try and get a video up soon, maybe write some code to make it travel around randomly at high speed!

Just a quick update, I added some 1/4" inserts, 4" on centers, cut out a jig to match and some cam lever clamps. If anyone is interested in the dxf for the levers, just ask and I'll post it up, I'm...

Also thinking of adding superPID, I think the current price is $155

One other thought, if anyone has opinions, I had this idea, rolling around in my head, that I could try attaching a plasma cutter to it. I know I'd need a torch height control and probably a shield...

Papp, as much as it hurts to say it, I probably could have just started with a g540 and spent less. I suppose I was impatient and didn't want to wait and save up more money. But for the second build...

Thanks! I'll keep posting! Now I just have to work on my graphics and CAM skills!

Well, since I replaced both I'm not certain, but I read quite a few threads and posts from all around and everyone with the same or similar issues all pointed to the power supply. I believe my motors...

Well, my machine is engraving quite well so far and I'm very happy with it, just a few engravings done. I think I need to tram the router still, surfacing is leaving tiny lines, maybe about 0.01" but...

Success! Power supply up to 48V and upgraded the X axis stepper to a KL-5056 driver and no more missed steps! Next I'll be trying a test cut, soon hopefully!
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Ok, so my conclusion the the Keling drivers, is that up="on" and applies to all the dip switches.

I'm also thinking that the motors may be under powered with less voltage than required.
Data...

This one is similar with a 47:1 reduction.
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High-Torque Stepper Motor, Stepper Motor, Driver, Stepper Motor kit, DC...

What is your opinion on racking, I mean do you think it is something I should be concerned about for a machine this size? Total width is only 18", approx 16" from rail center line to center line.

I foresee many trial and error tests in my future but for now, its on hold for the next day or so during the holidays. For some reason, on christmas morning, no one is running downstairs to play with...

yes that is what I assumed. However the arrow on the left points down and is labled "on". Hence the confusion. Could just be "0"

yes, not sure why its cheaper, shipping maybe. Im not sure the taxes for Canada either. If im not mistaken the company used to be called Keling. I would almost prefer ordering from that site over...

You can try automation technology, I've bought some stuff from them and most around here believe they're reliable. I haven't had any issues with the drivers I purchased. Most of their stuff is what...

Ok driver pic and current settings. Aiming for 2.7A and 1/16 micro step....

Ok, thanks for the input, I'll double check the amperage settings tomorrow, they are a little confusing as they use reverse logic, on=off/I=O. The documentation for them isn't the greatest.

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This is the gap in the rope, upper right quadrant. .
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Possibly something to do with the code or CAM program F-engrave....

The test circles look perfect to me with no signs of missed steps