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  1. Script issue: trying to modify parameters in the spindle settings

    Hello,

    I have a machine with both a spindle and a laser mounted on it. I am currently trying to create a script that will make the machine switch from one tool head to another (in terms of work...
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    Larger jog arrows

    Hello,

    I'd like to increase the size of the jog arrows, in order to make them more ergonomic with a touchscreen (they are relatively small and close to one another right now). I noticed that it...
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    Re: Expr.txt and issues with Inputs

    Hi,

    @awpross, thanks for the reply. I tried to rework the syntax as you mentioned but the problem is still there.

    @planetcnc I just sent an email to support.
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    Expr.txt and issues with Inputs

    Hi,

    I recently created a script using the Expr.txt file, in order to check whether input 2 is activated before starting a program and to display an error message accordingly. I use an Mk3/4...
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    Re: Safety enclosure & Emergency Stop

    Ok so I solved it by using: exec(cmd('Machine.Emergency_Stop'))

    One last thing, could you show me what is the syntax to return a Nan value from the script? I couldn't find it in the documentation.
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    Re: Safety enclosure & Emergency Stop

    Nice, thanks a lot for the fast and helpful reply!

    Another question though: how can I force the e-stop when the input changes? I mean with which syntax? I saw the variable _hw_estop in the...
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    Safety enclosure & Emergency Stop

    Hello,

    I am currently designing a safety enclosure for a small CNC machine that needs to have one main feature: if the doors are open, the user shouldn't be able to start a G-code or turn on the...
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    Re: VFD spindle interferences issue

    Thanks a lot for all these tips, I'll try to implement them and see if it helps!
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    Re: VFD spindle interferences issue

    Yes it already did it without cutting. I also monitored the drivers temperature and they never go above 50°C.
    So I agree with you, the source should be noise.
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    Re: VFD spindle interferences issue

    Here is a picture of the wiring attached.

    I also tried two different methods to connect the shield of the cable to the ground: the pigtail method and a 360° shield termination (also 2 pictures...
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    Re: VFD spindle interferences issue

    When the machine is off, the Z-axis doesn't drop because of gravity, but almost (I can push it down manually easily). The reason behind this is that I use a 10mm pitch ball screw. So I suspect that...
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    VFD spindle interferences issue

    Hello everyone,

    I recently implemented a 1.5kW VFD spindle on one of my machines and everything works very smoothly, except for one problem occurring randomly.

    It happens mostly during longer...
  13. Re: Removing default buttons from the toolbars

    Definitely easier, thank you!
  14. Re: Removing default buttons from the toolbars

    Thanks a lot for your fast reply and for the icons.

    Could you then explain to me how to hide or remove a button? I guess there is a property to add in the cmd lines of the Btn.txt files?

    such...
  15. Removing default buttons from the toolbars

    Hello,

    I recently found out that it was possible to create custom buttons in TNGv2, great feature, but is it also possible to remove the pre-installed ones?

    I would like to keep the toolbar,...
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