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    Laguna Vs Shopsabre vs?

    We have a chines 4x8 CNC, we are happy, just the information on the Syntec post processors is almost non existent on the web, other than the support from the seller, if I get an error code I need to...
  2. 1000 pieces of 48x72 aluminum composite panels

    So how do you guys go about quoting high volume cuts? I heard one of my local competitor charges $60 for a 4x8 3/4 plywood, on any cut, they charge by the sheet. I need to quote 1K pcs. Im...
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    Where to buy quality optics for 150W laser.

    I searched on the forums but can't find any recommendations on where to buy quality lenses.

    Thanks
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    Re: name of air tool.

    Thanks Jim I did fin what I wanted under those names.
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    name of air tool.

    Under what name can I find the tool to direction air.

    thanks

    https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/19129520/airtool.JPG
  6. Re: Who sales rotary vane vacuum pumps, 750 to 300 CFM

    Thanks Jim. We have a 10 HP regenerative blower, we cant hold pieces smaller than 6x6 we do a lot of small cuts, one of my suppliers offered me vane pump stating it will have 2 to 5 times holding...
  7. Who sales rotary vane vacuum pumps, 750 to 300 CFM

    Who sales rotary vane vacuum pumps, 750 to 300 CFM .

    Thanks
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    advise to align/square CNC

    This is our CNC
    https://www.dropbox.com/s/h6959udpasirck7/IMG_8449.JPG?dl=0

    around a week ago one of the motors on the Y axis lost power and one side dragged.

    Manufacturer told us to drop the...
  9. Looking recomendation on precision angle finder and precision squares 20" and above

    Hello, I'm looking recomendation on precision angle finder and precision squares 20" and above. I found few angle finders on amazon they are cheap and claim to be .05 accurate. Do you know of a more...
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    Poll: CO2 150w Laser bed, Bodor Vs Camfive

    Bodor or Camfive for a 4x8 CO2 150W laser.
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    contact adhesive for high temperature

    we have been using Hybond 12, local distributor changed the label, its supposed to be the same product but I'm having more problems than usual with laminates (fomica) on exterior applications (las...
  12. Where to buy Er32 Collets and/or recommended brands.

    I've been buying some amana collets from Amazon, but cant find 1/8... What other brand can you recommend, I see Cyclemore and Techniks.

    Thanks
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    good brands for ER32 collet

    can anyone recommend me brands for E32 collet?

    thanks

    Techniks 04232-1/4 ER 32 Collet for 1/4" Tool Shank: Router Collets: Amazon.com: Industrial & Scientific

    Lyndex E32-016 ER32 Chromium...
  14. power supply AC IN 176-264v DC out 24v 5A

    Where can I buy a power supply, AC IN 176-264v DC out 24v 5A

    I found one on amazon but it will take more than 40 days.

    https://www.dropbox.com/s/31fo6agea54s2i2/power%20supply.JPG?dl=0
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    post processor for syntec 6MA

    I'm using sheetcam, we are getting a new CNC that uses Syntec, do you know what is the post processor I need to pick for the syntec system.

    Thanks
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    Re: best CNC around 20k new or used.

    we just reconditioned the shop, we can run 60amp 220v 3 phase. we are looking at used CNC Factory - CNC Factory - Affordable CNC Machines | CNC Routers around 25k. can you think of a better...
  17. do any of you have experience with cncfactory.com

    we are looking to buy their "sidewinder" model I didn't see their brand name here on the forums, I can see a tow different brand on their machines "smart shop" and "cnc factory".
    ...
  18. Re: What are your practices to control employee material waste.?

    thanks, bhurts it sounded illegal to me, wanted to be sure.
  19. Re: What are your practices to control employee material waste.?

    I'm refering to waste policies, not firing policies. Like a bonus each month you don't waste X amount of material. stuff like that. if there was any know policy on the industry, official or not. or...
  20. Re: What are your practices to control employee material waste.?

    I agree, money is irrelevant as a point of measure, and what you mentioned sounds logic, just wanted to know if there was a rule, codes, laws or what ever in this regard that I wasn't aware of.
    ...
  21. What are your practices to control employee material waste.?

    let's say an employee makes a mistake and wastes $400 worth of material by fabricating a piece with the wrong dimensions.

    what are the industry customs, practices.
  22. Re: cant slide in 8bb bearing in 8mm lead screw.

    solved, I do have to sand the screw... thanks...
  23. cant slide in 8bb bearing in 8mm lead screw.

    https://www.dropbox.com/s/sznx3vxizj61fqu/8mm%20screw%20and%20bearing.JPG?dl=0



    I bought the C-Beam™ Linear Actuator Bundle, I cant slide in the 8mm bearing do I have to sand the screw? how its...
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    best CNC around 20k new or used.

    We have been using a 5x10 lightning CNC https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/493978907129823232/SfU6BcO7.jpeg for year and a half now, we want to upgrade, what would be your recommendation. we are...
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    Sticky: Poll: Re: Who is using CNCzone?

    Architect / designer
  26. Re: is it possible to convert a CNC router to laser cutter?

    I guess its doable...
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OIlNAUVZZaM&list=TLGosuvkQEurI
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    Re: Configured depth went double.

    tuned out to be a worn collet. I did check all mechanical parts for loosen screws or movements, I didn't think it was the collet because I was tightening it very well, but I read it recommended to...
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    Re: inkscape text distorted in sheetcam

    good idea, I will try that.
  29. Re: stepper motor replacement for Lightning CNC

    I took out the motor and found that the pinion lock screw was loose.

    I didn't find the exact specs for existing steppers, I was going to buy two identical steppers of the same size and recalibrate...
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    inkscape text distorted in sheetcam

    I just noticed a distortion when importing .svg files. do you have the same problem?

    Inkscape 0.48.4 r
    Sheetcam 6.0.14

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