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Help! How to calculate timing belt lengths

Last post by Alamond « Fri May 20, 2016 7:07 pm
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by Alamond » Wed May 18, 2016 6:13 pm

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Hi guys! I am planning to buy some timing belts soon. I would like to first of all learn how to calculate the lengths before purchasing them. Anyone...

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I would also be glad to know if there are some online sellers who sell these belts at reasonable prices.

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Fri May 20, 2016 7:07 pm
Engraving Speed

Last post by grammyawarder « Thu May 19, 2016 4:44 pm
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by Striker » Sun May 15, 2016 3:30 pm

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This goes for those who have built or know about laser engravers. I am currently building one for myself. I would love to know the maximum engraving...

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What if I want to double the speed at some point? What will I do? Increasing the laser power will help double the speed but it also depends on the...

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Thu May 19, 2016 4:44 pm
Extron E320 File Transfer

Last post by Kathrine « Sat May 14, 2016 3:28 pm
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by Casper » Sat May 14, 2016 3:11 pm

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My father retired from CNC work about a year ago. About two months ago, I re-opened his workshop. There is this CNC mill from Extron: Extron E320. It...

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Another thing is that the machine should be using a PC-based Controller. Mine had one which was running DOS 6.62.

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Sat May 14, 2016 3:28 pm
Stain Safety

Last post by vinkiP « Sun May 08, 2016 8:05 am
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by Talai » Sun May 08, 2016 7:50 am

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Hi guys,
Being new to woodworking, I am very cautious not to make some silly mistakes. What is the risk behind stain soaked paper towels, racks and...

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Big risk lies with the oil based stains. Rags and cardboards will not catch fire. Just one rag alone will not just catch fire. However, if you have a...

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Sun May 08, 2016 8:05 am
How do I lift a big heavy lathe?

Last post by Theorigins « Thu May 05, 2016 8:56 am
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by ItsutsaM » Tue May 03, 2016 3:51 pm

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I just bought a big lathe that weighs about 700kgs. Unfortunately, my workshop is located at a higher point in my garden. I can’t figure out how to...

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I have some experience with hoist engine. It will mean you will have to raise the lathe on blocks. That will give you a clearance below in order to...

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Thu May 05, 2016 8:56 am
Acrylic Shading

Last post by marvinow33 « Sat Apr 30, 2016 6:03 pm

by marvinow33 » Sat Apr 30, 2016 6:03 pm

I didn’t know where in this forum to ask this but I choose here because it technical to me. I have completed creating an engrave toolpath which I am...

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Sat Apr 30, 2016 6:03 pm
Want to add mattress support slats to the bed Frame

Last post by LeMiller « Sun Apr 24, 2016 5:23 am
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by jamlekP » Wed Apr 13, 2016 2:51 am

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I want to add some bed slats to a bed frame as per the requirements of the new mattress’s manufacturer. About 5 slats are required. I am planning to...

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If you can get some ¾ inch cabinet grade plywood, use them. This will however require that you do not move the bed and the frame assembly more often.

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Sun Apr 24, 2016 5:23 am
Machinist Salary

Last post by Kalou « Thu Apr 21, 2016 8:55 am
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by Sdmwix » Thu Apr 21, 2016 8:46 am

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Hi guys, I have been invited for an interview for the position of a CNC machinist. One thing that I don’t know and would love to know is the amount...

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Most machinist jobs will pay you about $10-$30 per hour, depending on your experience.

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Thu Apr 21, 2016 8:55 am
Cutting MDF for T-slot

Last post by janMike « Sun Apr 03, 2016 9:41 am
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by Casper » Sun Apr 03, 2016 5:59 am

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A 6mm bit that I am using to cut some MDF 30mm thick for T-slot spoiled board has got burnt. It was running at 850mm/min. I want to buy some 2 flute...

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The vacuum is for dust collection. You don’t need it for blowing or sucking for now especially if you can clear the chips.

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Sun Apr 03, 2016 9:41 am
MDF or Plywood?

Last post by Westlife « Fri Mar 04, 2016 9:42 am
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by Vincentian » Thu Feb 25, 2016 9:30 am

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Hello...
I am intending to start a project on making storage cabinet and shelving. I however dont know whether to use plywood or mdf in these...

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MDF is good for making storage cabinets. I have used it too and its good. Have never used the plywood though.

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Fri Mar 04, 2016 9:42 am
Can i resoulder my CNC router chip?

Last post by DaveBlack « Tue Dec 15, 2015 8:32 pm
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by n1h1l1st » Mon Jun 29, 2015 2:00 pm

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Greetings all,
I use a board(3 axis) to drive my DIY cnc router that i built a couple of weeks ago.
Recently whenever i start engraving, i keep...

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Seconded this. However, unlike the Instructuble shows, you can cut down the amount of excess tin around the padding. Simply set your heatgun to 400+...

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Tue Dec 15, 2015 8:32 pm
Alluminium MIC 6 vs regular plate alluminium

Last post by 5so95n « Sun Dec 06, 2015 7:33 am
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Attachment(s) by EverDream » Fri Jun 26, 2015 4:10 pm

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I would like use construction aluminum for my gantry uprights on the machine build but i ain't sure which. Is the MIC 6 worth choosing over the...

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Be careful of designations and fancy products on the market MIC 6 is just a registered brand name that has a superb flatness, finish and parallelism....

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Sun Dec 06, 2015 7:33 am
Promac wiring

Last post by CNCchamp « Sun Nov 22, 2015 3:07 am
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by Tipsiest » Sat Sep 19, 2015 6:04 am

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Hallo everyone.. Does anyone here possess an home made plasma table with a low cost cnc retrofit system that has a logitrol board from steven keefe?...

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Please explain your question. I didn't understand what you meant in that post.

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Sun Nov 22, 2015 3:07 am
Speed Controllers

Last post by HearsaWho « Wed Nov 18, 2015 10:52 pm
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Attachment(s) by PembertonIII » Sun May 10, 2015 9:45 am

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I work in a shop selling speed controllers. Shoot any question this way...

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Now am curious too. Which machines are we talking about here by the way?
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Wed Nov 18, 2015 10:52 pm
Agie Futura IV battery

Last post by maralal « Wed Nov 18, 2015 10:32 pm
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by DivinahJ » Sat Oct 10, 2015 4:17 pm

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Hi all..
I would like someone to help me on how find a battery on the Agie Futura IV machine.
Every time i start it sends me the following message...

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For many machines you need to open up the whole thing first before you can find some of these parts. I have never came across the Agie Futura but i...

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Wed Nov 18, 2015 10:32 pm
Torus and Pulsar

Last post by BMW « Sun Nov 15, 2015 8:04 pm
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Attachment(s) by MMI » Sat Jun 27, 2015 1:24 pm

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What is the difference between the Torus at $6495 and the Pulsar at $7750? These prices are both for stepper axis motors. The tables appear to be the...

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Torus have a greater appeal on the eye. However get easily damaged when compared to Pulsars torus.PNG

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Sun Nov 15, 2015 8:04 pm
Need a pluggable block

Last post by elikiP « Fri Nov 13, 2015 10:07 pm
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by Giza » Sat Oct 24, 2015 2:05 am

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I would like to know the name as well as source for a type of plug like this. I do need to look for one with seven terminals for my BobCAD 5050...

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You caption failed to attach. Please edit your post to include it so that we may be able to respond to it too.

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Fri Nov 13, 2015 10:07 pm
ordinary drill press to a servo drill press

Last post by Casper « Sun Nov 08, 2015 8:08 pm
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by Primera » Thu Sep 03, 2015 5:26 am

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I would like to convert my ordinary drill press to a servo drill press. Please advice

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Hey...!!! Let's be respectful especially to those asking questions here.

Please tell me the kind of drill you have there Primera.

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Sun Nov 08, 2015 8:08 pm
Advantages of CNC machines over human workers

Last post by ChxurryX « Sun Nov 08, 2015 7:43 am
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by T99448877 » Mon Jun 29, 2015 8:20 pm

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I just wanted to start off by saying that i have replaced a couple workers in the last couple years with machines and i have never looked back. just...

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CNC machines also helps you deliver quality work in time.

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Sun Nov 08, 2015 7:43 am
Things to consider before you run your CNC machine for the first time

Last post by Kathrine « Sun Nov 08, 2015 7:19 am
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by SysBot » Wed May 27, 2015 4:53 am

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Greetings, everyone. We have been talking about many things here on Amateurcnc.com but we have not yet covered one of the most important topics: What...

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And what does one do when a machine you bought breaks down on you after one month. Right now am just counting my loses.
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Last post by Kathrine View the latest post
Sun Nov 08, 2015 7:19 am
Sx3 Problem with circles

Last post by B387sjm « Wed Nov 04, 2015 8:12 pm
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by B387sjm » Wed Nov 04, 2015 7:43 pm

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Hallo everyone..
I possess sx3 and it came with a CNC fusion kit. Whenever I engage on cutting the inside profile circles the machine stops four...

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Apparently i happen to be okay be okay with the speed. Now let someone answer me the second part of my query.

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Wed Nov 04, 2015 8:12 pm
Help! I cannot find the drill points!

Last post by Unique « Wed Nov 04, 2015 2:51 pm
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by Limn0s » Fri Jun 12, 2015 7:58 pm

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So, there is this part which has a bunch of holes that have to be drilled somewhat randomly. I am working with CAMBAM. I have never done this before,...

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You are very welcome Limnos. Keep coming back.
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Wed Nov 04, 2015 2:51 pm
Klarm Prototyping

Last post by Clinton « Wed Nov 04, 2015 12:20 pm
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by Kevin » Wed Jun 24, 2015 2:15 pm

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Klarm Prototyping provides very high quality prototyping solutions like the Chinese CNC machining services. They heavily invest heavily new...

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So, what the difference between klarm prototyping and others. I think the point that everyone here is seeking to know.

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Wed Nov 04, 2015 12:20 pm
PROTIP: GET A FEEDS CALCULATOR

Last post by Lawrenco « Fri Oct 23, 2015 5:57 pm
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Attachment(s) by Breathe » Sat May 02, 2015 7:22 pm

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This is for guys out there who are getting ready to start off for cnc's first cuts - get a feeds and speeds calculator - which helps you to get it...

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How much are you selling it Zbiggest..? How old is it?
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Fri Oct 23, 2015 5:57 pm
Can i separate the feed rates for the A and X axis?

Last post by blerberque « Fri Oct 23, 2015 5:27 pm
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by Arapsamoei » Tue Jul 14, 2015 8:27 am

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Whenever am working on a small diameter item on the 4th Axis Rotary I usually turn the Feed rate up to level of 60-75.0IN/min in an attempt to get a...

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Am assuming you wanted to ask about the Y axis. Well, for many cutters the two are connected therefore the speed together and slow together. For you...

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Fri Oct 23, 2015 5:27 pm

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