Recommendations for GOOD heat resistant gloves
For our shrink fit machine to pull the holders off the machine and handle for more than a couple of seconds. The machine doesn't have a cooler so we hold the SF holder in the gloved hand and use an air...
View ArticleFS Sherr Tumico Optical Comparator
Sherr Tumico Optical Comparator 14" vertical beam 20-1500 series 20x magnification X & Y 1" travel micrometer measurement with "rods" for 2-6,1-2 6 x 2 stage upper and lower illumination good...
View ArticleCan a VFD lower 240V to run 208 motor properly?
Can I use a VFD to run a 208V 3 phase heat pump compressor from 245V single phase power? Some VFD's I have setup have voltage parameters. I have never had a situation where motor voltage is lower than...
View ArticleOT- Favorite pistols to shoot
I haven't gotten any new pistols for quite some time, been getting the itch. Wondered, what are some of the best shooting pistols you guys have had? One of my faves is my Beretta Elite 2 in .40...
View ArticleOP1 vs OP10
I can't stand it anymore! Every time I read "op10" or "op20", my OCD goes nuclear, and I want to punch a kitten in its dumb little face. OP1 = Operation number one. OP10 = Operation number ten??...
View ArticleHardinge CHNC 4 retrofit
I am in the early stages of connecting up the Centroid control to a Hardinge CHNC 4 ...axes are moving, next priority was to get limit switches connected. During testing + / - Z are actuated by the...
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Anyone want to buy this damn okuma genos off me?
Rant on: I am OVER Okuma and the STUPID @#%^!#@*&^* code & restrictive (and never correct) naming parameters!!!!! I am going to sell this NON FANUC language POS. It sits most of the time, not...
View ArticlePlease help me to identify this hand drill
Got it from friend, trying to identify it’s manufacturer and model. Thanks.
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Man, is this new spamming asshole ever annoying.
Hi All: It's rant time...I opened PM to find a mountain of new crap posts from our latest friendly spammer asshole. What do these dickwads hope to accomplish with this shit anyway. Could we just kill...
View ArticleCompressor and Dryer Recommendations For A Straight Knife CNC Machine? (15.1...
Hi There, We have a small straight knife CNC machine that we’ll be receiving at the end of March and are looking for recommendations for an air compressor and dryer. Doing some ‘research’, it seems...
View ArticleRutland mill 2666 0630
I am new here, I just bought a rutland 2666 0630 mill. Does any one know where I could get a manual for this machine. I am in the process of cleaning it up, I need to adjust the pin that holds the...
View ArticleOT optimal cutting speed and feed rate for lawn mower blades?
Ok, I cannot be the only one here who has thought about this while mowing grass, the mind wonders to some interesting places. I have a lot of grass to mow, 5 acres at least. I recently picked up a well...
View ArticleNeed some items planed - Southern Indiana
I'm looking for someone who operates a metal planer. My items are not large, 30" and under. If there is a centralized list somewhere, please point me in the right direction. Thanks
View ArticleOngoing unrest in Russia
It apparently is a coup is in progress. Prigozhin is headed north with force and defense forces are amassing in Moscow.
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UPA3 trivial (?) questions
Hi to all, swallowing my pride I am asking about the proper use of UPA3. I admit I've only used it for facing once or twice, for not critical operations. I should also note that I've messed a bit with...
View ArticleLooking for a CNC vertical Mill that will fit under 83” door.
I am looking for a new vertical milling center that will find under a 83” door opening. Once in the building I have more room. Looking for recommendations. Thanks Tim
View ArticleParkanson lathes
hi all just a quick one on Australian built Parkanson lathes,, copied from southbend maybe??,, the lathe in question is 4 1/2 inch, model SA-BL1 imperial,, can it cut metric threads with a transition...
View ArticleWhat is the technical definition of 'rapid'?
I fully understand what it does, but what is the actual definition of 'rapid'? What does 25%/50%/100% rapid really represent? My observations suggest that it means the control will apply x% of max...
View ArticleTakisawa TC2 CNC Lathe
Hi, I would like to change my Takisawa TC2 cnc lathe spindle belts and encoder belt. This is an old lathe and no size reference available. Could some one help me to find out the spindle drive belts and...
View ArticleMist Collector for Brothers
Hi Everyone, We have four Speedios that often poof out a cloud of mist upon opening the door, so I am looking at mist collectors. Yamazen suggested either an Amino MZ-15 or MJ-10. They said the cost is...
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