[CROSSHATCH]

Thanks for the information. It really looked like you were taking much deeper cuts! But still impressive with the DOC and speed.

I love the Taig machine. I just got a new Gecko 540 to replace a Xylotex system that could never work with my system. I have 286 OZ Keling motors and I could not get the XYLOTEX to cut! Lost steps, no increase on speed, and no cutting of parts. It was eventually refunded (The seller was a good guys and helped me with my troubles). I went back to my old system and used it for a few months. I now have a working Gecko 540. I got my TAig today to accidentally rapid at over 100 Ipm. That is way to fast for a machine without linear rails or ballscrews. But let me tell you, the 540 spun the suckers and with huge amounts of power. I have lowered the system to 20 IPM which will be my cutting speeds.

I do not cut steal, I will actually be cutting some tomorrow because I need to make "Panel openings" for my electrical enclosure, the front panel will house the Gecko540, E-Stop, Switches and plugs. Should be really nice!

I do however cut aluminum on this machine and you will see some amazing parts made from this machine in the coming weeks, you won't believe it came from a Taig.


As far as getting coolant going, you will need to use a relay board. If you buy a Break Out Board that has some outputs, you can easily wire a relay board for the coolant. I did that until my BOB went up in flames (Board was defective) But will now be installing a relay on the Gecko540.



I will probably build my own Mill as well. At least I think mainly because, I can. And it would be lots of fun. We'll see though.


It would be easy to strip the Spindle head maybe if you had a sandblaster and you can somehow protect the inside of the spindle bearing holes. But your already stripped it.


-Jason

[ccm399]

Hey Mike,

Would you be able to post a couple pics of the completed machine? The motor mount and such are of particular interest to me.

Thanks!

Chris

[gun_mike]

Here's a couple pictures of the completed machine and a few of the motor mount. I machined a flange and welded it to the motor housing. That allowed me to do away with the stock treadmill motor mount. The aluminum plate on top is 1/4" thick and those little posts underneith are 1/2" dia, and tapped 10-24unc on one side and M6-1 on the other. I used metal gears from
https://thehobbyistmachinestore.com/...d321e67ee809f5

Mike Grobowsky

[CROSSHATCH]

Very cool! Are going to maybe mount a belt? It has considerable noise, at least from the video.


Awesome machine!

-Jason

[gun_mike]

I dont think I'll be converting over to a belt anytime soon. I've seen a fair amount of post about ppl who have had trouble with over loading the bearings do to excessive belt pressure. I may be able to enclose the gears somehow, that should lessen the noise a bit. But for now I'll just have to put up with it.

Mike Grobowsky

[ccm399]

Thanks for posting those pics and specs! Very helpful.

Chris

[fretsman]

Nice job, Mike, love the pics and info, thanks for sharing-

Edit: by the way, how do I add a youtube video to a post like you did above?

Thanks-
Dave

[gun_mike]

Dave,
all you have to do, is copy and paste the link for the youtube video. It will automatically turn it into that video screen.

Mike

[fretsman]

Dave,
all you have to do, is copy and paste the link for the youtube video. It will automatically turn it into that video screen.

Mike

Thanks so much, Mike, I appreciate that-

Dave