Unsure about cam
I had been using inventor cam for about 6 years. Learned how to program with it. I thought it was really good cam software, Now I have changes companies and we use solidworks cam standard. I am really...
View ArticleHamilton Lathe snatched from the scraper, litterally..
So, went to an equipment auction this weekend Fri-Sat. What I needed (dump truck box) went early Friday morning, had to wait for the lathe until the end on Saturday. But I think it was worth it. The...
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drill press rocker switches
I'm looking to replace theses 2 switches for 1984 Mark1 drill press. 3/4 hp Phase 1. One switch is for the light and the other is drill press on/off. I would also like the new switches to be an...
View Articlemachining small pulleys. Need to center 2mm holes accurately
Looking for advice for machining several small pulleys. Each needs a 2mm hole drilled near the end of the hub. The hole must be centered accurately. Is there a way to achieve this without a lot of time...
View ArticleMaking a 3 jaw adjustable.
I have a 6" 3-jaw with a L00 mount. It's got significant run out. I tried regrinding it without decent improvement. Is modifying this chuck to be adjustable worth the effort? I only use a 4-jaw but the...
View Articlecontaining coolant
Machine homes to left and I would rather leave the table uncovered in event want to use fixture plate. cutter here is only 3/16" but what happens when running coolant same RPM 1/2" cutter? Big mess...
View ArticleTrying to clear loft, sell OG redwood
a little over 350 bd ft nominal OG clear all heart mostly VG redwood left over from jobs in DC during the 80's. Most of this specific lot was from a project for a first lady at the time. All nominal...
View ArticleBoring Head Pullout
I have very little experience using a boring head in a CNC mill. I have always wondered: If boring down for the finish cut with the intention of holding a close tolerance and getting the best finish...
View ArticleNeed help identifying a Sloan & Chace lathe component
Hello all , does anyone recognize this Tailstock ? I 'm almost certain its an original S.& C, based on the #5 lathe, and the other parts it came with ( all about a half hours drive from Newark NJ.)...
View ArticleSCREW TAP BROKEN
MY PROBLEM: How can I extract a broken HSS M 2.5X0.45 tap (SCREW TAP) in a blind hole, the hole is made in a piece of titanium. Could I drill it with a diamond drill bit? Will there be another way to...
View ArticleReversing Contactors Wiring Diagram
Looking for a wiring diagram for a pair of contactors to support instant motor reverse (i.e. you don't have to press stop first). The diagrams I found from Siemens and Cutler Hammer were for a single...
View ArticleRegreasing/clean linear actuator worm gear and rail
Hello everyone, I'm resurrecting some old equipment that has not been used for >5 years. A linear actuator with what looks like a worm gear system and guiding rails. It 90% working, but has some...
View ArticleGoing from Fusion 360 cam to NX cam, where are simple workflow tutorials?
I am a machinist in a one man prototype machine shop. I mostly do one off prototypes, custom fixtures, and part modifications. I have been using fusion 360 for over 7 years. I have the fusion cam set...
View ArticleIMTS 2024
Anyone going to IMTS this year? I’m looking at making a machine purchase this year and figured I’d hold off until IMTS in hopes of snagging a show discount…I’ve never been so I’m not sure if they do...
View ArticleThoughts on G&L No.3 Jig Bore manual operation.
Hi all, I got a line on a local G&L jig, "mill/bore." I don't run a machine shop, but I like big old tools. I've been looking for a 72" DeVlieg Jig mill for some time. This G&L popped up 30x48"...
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Brother HS-100
A freeby old wire EDM came my way that was running up until it was removed from service because a newer, bigger, faster machine was aquired. After sitting for several years it ended up on my shop...
View ArticleHelp for the un initiated
Please excuse me, I have little knowledge of robotics and could use some advice. The project is to coat the inside of composite tubes ranging from a dia of 125mm to 450mm and a length of 100mm to...
View ArticleBridgeport series 1
I have a Bridgeport series 1 with a tnc 151 controller. Is old and cranky and gives me tons of greif. The mill is tight and works well. What would anyone suggest i upgrade the controller too? I priced...
View ArticlePMC call a program by an input
Hi everyone!! I'm try to call a CNC program by an external trough PMC on a FANUC 31i B Try G9.0, but doesn't work. In simple Way, I want to press a button and call a O8000's or 9000's. Is possible? Can...
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