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    Hi I'm really interested in how you wired this....

    Hi I'm really interested in how you wired this. I'm not super knowledgeable on electronics but I want to make a nice enclosure for a g540 with one switch.
  2. Looking for way to use the offline button in Mach3 to turn off the holding torque

    Hi

    I have a 4 axis CNC hot wire and I am running a Gecko G540 with Mach3. I recently switched over from using a parallel port to an Ethernet Smooth Stepper. I am looking for way to use the offline...
  3. How to get the Offline Button In Mach3 to Turn Holding Torque Off

    Hi

    I have a 4 axis CNC hot wire and I am running a Gecko G540 with Mach3. I recently switched over from using a parallel port to an Ethernet Smooth Stepper. I am looking for way to use the...
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    Any luck fixing your problem?

    Any luck fixing your problem?
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    Re: CNC Foam Cutter pictures

    Hi Ron

    Thanks for the reply! The foam cutter has been cutting for years now with no problems at all. My foam shop is getting super busy now so I am thinking of adding a second wire to the...
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    Re: CNC Foam Cutter pictures

    I use Desk CNC. It works really well for cutting multiple profiles from a sheet or block of foam.
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    Re: 4axis feed rates in mach3

    What program are you using to write your G-code? You might have more luck asking for help specifically with the program you are using to cut wings. I use Desk CNC to write my G-code and the feed...
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    Re: 4axis feed rates in mach3

    This video worked for me: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VvXkL3YB6VU
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    Re: CNC Foam Cutter pictures

    Here is a video of the machine running.

    http://youtu.be/KbiTB4kY8-c

    If you watch it on a PC/MAC you can scroll over the squares in the video for more info.

    I cut about a hundred blocks...
  10. Re: CNC Hotwire Foam Cutter For Sale - where to post?

    Dealing overseas is very sketchy at best. You send your money and you never know if you are going to get anything. I am pretty sure I make the lowest priced domestic large CNC hotwire cutter around....
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    Large CNC Foam Cutter Kit

    Hi All

    If anyone is looking for a large size foam cutter kit please take a look at Dexmachine

    Might cost more than most DIY folks want to spend but you will be able to make a large machine that...
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    I am over stocked on parts for cnc hotwire...

    I am over stocked on parts for cnc hotwire cutters. If anyone is looking for a great deal on an idustrial grade foam cutter please get in touch with me!

    I think hotwire direct came up with this...
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    It depends on the market in your area.

    It depends on the market in your area.
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    Can you tell us in more detail what the quality...

    Can you tell us in more detail what the quality problmes are. I can't help if I don't know what the problem is.

    Blake
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    Hi Scott I didn't base my design on your...

    Hi Scott

    I didn't base my design on your machine. A friend of mine in Florida had some friends who had one of your machines that didn't work properly. He made a machine that worked better for...
  16. I sold this machine but I make high quality foam...

    I sold this machine but I make high quality foam cutters. Please send me message at
    [email protected] if you would like more information.
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    Are you still looking for a machine like this?

    Are you still looking for a machine like this?
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    Joe Wood peckers don't seem to problem in most...

    Joe

    Wood peckers don't seem to problem in most areas but can be a problem. The best solution is too use wood pecker replant techniques.

    Mouldings are designed to be very durable and stand up...
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    Hi Joe. I mainly make exterior mouldings so I...

    Hi Joe. I mainly make exterior mouldings so I use what is commonly known as a thin-set cement. It is basically cement with some additives for strength, adhesion and flexibility. I stick a layer of...
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    Here are some pictures of the jobs that I have...

    Here are some pictures of the jobs that I have done recently.

    Address and numbers for a building renovation:

    http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh7/blake374/P1010009.jpg
    ...
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    CNC Foam Cutter pictures

    Hello

    Just thought I would share some pictures of my CNC foam cutter. I developed this foam cutter to cut mouldings for use with stucco, stone and brick. I have been using it on a profesional...
  22. Ok, figured it out

    Ok, figured it out
  23. Just testing posting some pictures of Foam Cutter

    Testing out posting some pics of my Foam cutter

    http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh7/blake374/P1010009.jpg
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    Hi You didn't mention what type of plans you...

    Hi

    You didn't mention what type of plans you have, just that they use 80/20.
  25. This might be a shot in the dark but I have...

    This might be a shot in the dark but I have always hooked up 4 wires as

    black
    red
    green
    blue
  26. Sold it on Craigs list.

    Sold it on Craigs list.
  27. It is priced to move at $2500 This includes...

    It is priced to move at $2500

    This includes everything except the software and computer. I think this is a pretty great deal for someone looking for a foam cutter.

    Blake
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    Hello I am interesed in using my 4 axis foam...

    Hello

    I am interesed in using my 4 axis foam cutter to make letters and numbers. I am curently using A CAD program to make numbers and letters, Desk CNC to make the G code and mach3 to run the...
  29. CNC Hotwire Foam Cutter For Sale - where to post?

    I have a 4 axis foam cutter for sale. I am looking for places I can post this so it will be seen by people that will be interested. Any ideas?

    The machine has over 48 inches of travel on the x...
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    Innacurate cuts! Please help!

    Hello (please don't move thread)

    I just finished building a 4 axis foam cutter. It is a belt driven machine with two x and y axis's with a wire in between them. When I cut out 4 boards out of a...
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