39 Feeds And Speeds Hacks, Tips, And Techniques

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39 Feeds And Speeds Hacks, Tips, And Techniques

Sometimes you just get stuck.? You need to do something and it doesn’t look like it’s possible.? We’ll start with a series of hacks for those situations.

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Re: Rules and guidelines

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#99801

Hi administrator,
It's been so times now since a member asked for the group guidelines but no reply has come from your end.
Richard

Re: CNC Question

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#99800

Thanks Ravi for your reply.?
Rich

Re: CNC Question

#99799

You will get 40 to 50 ipm max?

And nema 23 is smaller one if possible upgrade to nema42 and mach3 will work on win98

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On Sat, 11 Jul, 2020, 8:05 PM , <richardayisi44@...> wrote:

Hi guys,
I have definitely been bitten by the CNC bug and have spent many hours researching machine designs, motion control, etc. About ten months ago I embarked on my own first design for a CNC router that I could use in my woodworking business. I bought an inexpensive 3 axis system from Stepperworld, not so much for production work but mainly as a learning tool. My design worked but wasn't practical because of weight, poor design and inadequate power from the steppers. So I have now started to design a better router system using many of the ideas I have found on the net. I do have a couple of questions though - maybe someone out there can help.

I purchased the Xylotex 3-axis system with the 497 oz. in. NEMA 23 steppers and plan on running DeskCNC as the control software (mainly because my PC is using Windows 98 OS). I was led to believe that Mach 3 can't run on that OS - is that correct? Does anyone have experience with this control/software combonation and if so, how well has it performed for you?

I will be using 5/8" - 8 acme lead screws (until I can afford ball screws!) with Delrin-type lead nuts. Can anyone tell me with this configuration what speeds (ipm) can I expect during cutting and rapid?
Rich

CNC Question

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#99798

Hi guys,
I have definitely been bitten by the CNC bug and have spent many hours researching machine designs, motion control, etc. About ten months ago I embarked on my own first design for a CNC router that I could use in my woodworking business. I bought an inexpensive 3 axis system from Stepperworld, not so much for production work but mainly as a learning tool. My design worked but wasn't practical because of weight, poor design and inadequate power from the steppers. So I have now started to design a better router system using many of the ideas I have found on the net. I do have a couple of questions though - maybe someone out there can help.

I purchased the Xylotex 3-axis system with the 497 oz. in. NEMA 23 steppers and plan on running DeskCNC as the control software (mainly because my PC is using Windows 98 OS). I was led to believe that Mach 3 can't run on that OS - is that correct? Does anyone have experience with this control/software combonation and if so, how well has it performed for you?

I will be using 5/8" - 8 acme lead screws (until I can afford ball screws!) with Delrin-type lead nuts. Can anyone tell me with this configuration what speeds (ipm) can I expect during cutting and rapid?
Rich

Cutting Tool Applications, Grooving And Threading

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#99797

Grooving and threading are both single-point machining operations performed on lathes, automatic lathes, or machining centers.

This post explains in details Grooving or recessing operations, face grooving, internal grooving, parting or cut off operations, insert geometry, chip control, tool positioning, operational stability, screw and threads, and many more.

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Things Beginning CNC Milling Machine Users Need To Succeed

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#99796

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Let’s assume you have a working CNC machine that you’ve just acquired, but that you know very little about CNC.? Let’s further assume it is a mill and that you will be focused on cutting metal.? You’re ready to start milling custom chopper parts, build a tool changer, or scratch build a Colt 1911 handgun.? With CNC, you can build almost anything and you’re chomping at the bit to get started on your pet projects.

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Not so fast!? Remember, you just got the machine and you’re a beginner.? You’re not ready for those projects yet.If you have some idea how to make your first CNC parts, charge ahead with these 10 suggestions.

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Here are 10 things you should focus on to maximize your chances of becoming quickly successful:

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Re: Kellyware

#99795

Thanks? Jon,?? I figured that out a tad late.

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On 4/20/2020 8:46 AM, Jon Elson wrote:
On 04/20/2020 12:11 AM, Dan Field wrote:
I don't know of Kellyware? or Kcam? but I would suggest?? Fusion 360, free? to you since you are a Hobbiest.??? There are many and I mean many Youtube tutorials for what ever level you might want to do.?? CAD with Built in CAM,? 2D, 2-1/2D and 3D. You might start out looking? at lessons from?? NYCNC starting with the basic but there are others as well.
Fusion 360 is a CAD design package.? It looks like KCAM from kellyware was a CNC motion control
system, similar in function to LinuxCNC, Mach3, etc.

Jon

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Re: Kellyware

#99794

Hi Jon,

I bought a copy of AutoCad Mechanical in 2000 and have used it for the last 20 years so I don't see any advantage to switching to Fusion 360.? Kellyware provided a CNC interface that provided the signal to the stepper drives through a USB connector.? It was (is) a pretty good piece of software so I am sorry to see it bite the dust.

Fred??

On Monday, April 20, 2020, 03:41:27 PM CDT, Jon Elson <elson@...> wrote:

On 04/20/2020 02:36 PM, Dan Field wrote:

Fred

Fusion 360 is by Autodesk, same people as Autocad.? You can import your old DXF files, or Mesh files? or SVG files if you like.??? Once you see how this works, you won't need Autocad , do your
CAD in Fusion 360 , switch to Manufacture and generate your Gcode.

One warning for Autocad.? They have a history of giving free licenses for non-commercial use, then
upgrading to a commercial program with an annual license fee.? If you don't pay, your old files
cannot be accessed.? They have done this a number of times.? So, that's why I won't use them.
I have some old legacy CAD programs, some that I paid serious money for, but at least the
license is perpetual.

Jon

Re: Kellyware

#99793

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On 04/20/2020 03:35 PM, Dan Field wrote:

Fred

I assumed and you know how that goes... :-)???? I thought KCam was Cam software but I see it is the Controller Software.?? I guess you can run it until it breaks.?? Today for Hobbiests you have? Mach3or 4? for Windows Users? and not free, well they have a free test version of which last I looked would run 150 lines of code.???? Mach3? full version can be had at around $ 200.00.?????

Mach3 has a huge following easy to get help if you need it. ? ? Next on? the Free side is Linuxcnc for Linux users, this is what I use.??? Fantastic piece of software, but it was rather difficult to get setup if
you don't? know Linux of which? I didn't.???? Good news is, once you get it setup and running it just works and works very well.???? I don't know about your controller board,? LinuxCNC? knows many controllers and can be taught if yours is not listed.??? I see someone else posted you might be able to use an Arduino? board.? Another learning curve but there's lots of help out there.

I will second a plug for LinuxCNC.? I have been using it (and earlier versions) since 1998, it is incredibly stable and powerful, although I only use a small portion of the features.

Jon

Re: Kellyware

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On 04/20/2020 02:36 PM, Dan Field wrote:

Fred

Fusion 360 is by Autodesk, same people as Autocad.? You can import your old DXF files, or Mesh files? or SVG files if you like.??? Once you see how this works, you won't need Autocad , do your
CAD in Fusion 360 , switch to Manufacture and generate your Gcode.

One warning for Autocad.? They have a history of giving free licenses for non-commercial use, then
upgrading to a commercial program with an annual license fee.? If you don't pay, your old files
cannot be accessed.? They have done this a number of times.? So, that's why I won't use them.
I have some old legacy CAD programs, some that I paid serious money for, but at least the
license is perpetual.

Jon

Re: Kellyware

#99791

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Here’s another vote for SheeetCam…

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From: [email protected] <[email protected]> On Behalf Of Stephen Muscato via groups.io
Sent: Monday, April 20, 2020 4:37 PM
To: [email protected]
Subject: Re: [CAD-CAM-EDM-DRO] Kellyware

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Fred,

Depends on what you are doing. I have 360, but for quick & easy I still use my trusty Sheetcam.? I do my drawings, plan the operations and put each on a separate layer, then import the DXF into Sheetcam.

And files live on your computer, not in the cloud.

Also, it has the ability to edit a post processor to customize it.

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Steve

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On Monday, April 20, 2020, 3:28:56 PM CDT, Fred Mueller <fnmueller@...> wrote:

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Hi Brian, Thanks for the quick response.? I have calmed down enough to realize that I don't really have a problem unless either my Kellyware software or USB Driver board die.? In the mean time I will be looking at the various alternatives.

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Thanks again,

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Fred

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On Monday, April 20, 2020, 02:28:07 PM CDT, B. Toberman via groups.io <tmechanic@...> wrote:

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It looks like the original Max32 board has been retired, . But it seems that Arduino has a replacement.

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Re: Kellyware

#99790

Fred,

Depends on what you are doing. I have 360, but for quick & easy I still use my trusty Sheetcam.? I do my drawings, plan the operations and put each on a separate layer, then import the DXF into Sheetcam.

And files live on your computer, not in the cloud.

Also, it has the ability to edit a post processor to customize it.

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Steve

On Monday, April 20, 2020, 3:28:56 PM CDT, Fred Mueller <fnmueller@...> wrote:

Hi Brian, Thanks for the quick response.? I have calmed down enough to realize that I don't really have a problem unless either my Kellyware software or USB Driver board die.? In the mean time I will be looking at the various alternatives.

Thanks again,

Fred

On Monday, April 20, 2020, 02:28:07 PM CDT, B. Toberman via groups.io <tmechanic@...> wrote:

It looks like the original Max32 board has been retired, . But it seems that Arduino has a replacement.

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Best Regards
Brian T.

Virus-free.

Re: Kellyware

#99789

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Fred

I assumed and you know how that goes... :-)???? I thought KCam was Cam software but I see it is the Controller Software.?? I guess you can run it until it breaks.?? Today for Hobbiests you have? Mach3or 4? for Windows Users? and not free, well they have a free test version of which last I looked would run 150 lines of code.???? Mach3? full version can be had at around $ 200.00.?????

Mach3 has a huge following easy to get help if you need it. ? ? Next on? the Free side is Linuxcnc for Linux users, this is what I use.??? Fantastic piece of software, but it was rather difficult to get setup if
you don't? know Linux of which? I didn't.???? Good news is, once you get it setup and running it just works and works very well.???? I don't know about your controller board,? LinuxCNC? knows many controllers and can be taught if yours is not listed.??? I see someone else posted you might be able to use an Arduino? board.? Another learning curve but there's lots of help out there.

Dan

On 4/20/2020 12:36 PM, Dan Field wrote:

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Fred

Fusion 360 is by Autodesk, same people as Autocad.? You can import your old DXF files, or Mesh files? or SVG files if you like.??? Once you see how this works, you won't need Autocad , do your
CAD in Fusion 360 , switch to Manufacture and generate your Gcode.

Start here maybe you will see what you have been missing. :-)???? Lars? is a great teacher, works for Autodesk , many videos.?? This is Beginners #1

Dan

On 4/20/2020 8:21 AM, Fred Mueller wrote:

Hi Dan,

Thanks for the quick response.? I liked KCam because I could import dxf files from AutoCad and it would generate and run the g-code to my CNC.? I guess I don't have to panic quite yet--just when I run into a problem with KCam.? In the mean time I will be looking into what else is available.? I had not run across Fusion 360 but will certainly check it out.

Thanks again for the response!

Fred

On Monday, April 20, 2020, 12:11:49 AM CDT, Dan Field <danfield@...> wrote:

I don't know of Kellyware? or Kcam? but I would suggest?? Fusion 360, free? to you since you are a Hobbiest.??? There are many and I mean many Youtube tutorials for what ever level you might want to do.?? CAD with Built in CAM,? 2D, 2-1/2D and 3D.????? You might start out looking? at lessons from?? NYCNC starting with the basic but there are others as well.

Regards
Dan

On 4/19/2020 7:08 PM, fnmueller@... wrote:

I am a very recent addition to this forum (Today).? I am posting because I just discovered that Kellyware is no longer exists.? Does anyone know when he shut it down and why?? I have been using it for close to 20 years and in a panic.? I am using his Max32 USB control board and have had really good results.? Any suggestions on a replacement software?? I liked KCam because it was very affordable.? Been retired for 20 years and would hate to give up my CNC hobby!

Thanks,
Fred

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Re: Kellyware

#99788

Hi Brian, Thanks for the quick response.? I have calmed down enough to realize that I don't really have a problem unless either my Kellyware software or USB Driver board die.? In the mean time I will be looking at the various alternatives.

Thanks again,

Fred

On Monday, April 20, 2020, 02:28:07 PM CDT, B. Toberman via groups.io <tmechanic@...> wrote:

It looks like the original Max32 board has been retired, . But it seems that Arduino has a replacement.

--
Best Regards
Brian T.

Re: Kellyware

#99787

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Fred

Fusion 360 is by Autodesk, same people as Autocad.? You can import your old DXF files, or Mesh files? or SVG files if you like.??? Once you see how this works, you won't need Autocad , do your
CAD in Fusion 360 , switch to Manufacture and generate your Gcode.

Start here maybe you will see what you have been missing. :-)???? Lars? is a great teacher, works for Autodesk , many videos.?? This is Beginners #1

Dan

On 4/20/2020 8:21 AM, Fred Mueller wrote:

Show quoted text

Hi Dan,

Thanks for the quick response.? I liked KCam because I could import dxf files from AutoCad and it would generate and run the g-code to my CNC.? I guess I don't have to panic quite yet--just when I run into a problem with KCam.? In the mean time I will be looking into what else is available.? I had not run across Fusion 360 but will certainly check it out.

Thanks again for the response!

Fred

On Monday, April 20, 2020, 12:11:49 AM CDT, Dan Field <danfield@...> wrote:

I don't know of Kellyware? or Kcam? but I would suggest?? Fusion 360, free? to you since you are a Hobbiest.??? There are many and I mean many Youtube tutorials for what ever level you might want to do.?? CAD with Built in CAM,? 2D, 2-1/2D and 3D.????? You might start out looking? at lessons from?? NYCNC starting with the basic but there are others as well.

Regards
Dan

On 4/19/2020 7:08 PM, fnmueller@... wrote:

I am a very recent addition to this forum (Today).? I am posting because I just discovered that Kellyware is no longer exists.? Does anyone know when he shut it down and why?? I have been using it for close to 20 years and in a panic.? I am using his Max32 USB control board and have had really good results.? Any suggestions on a replacement software?? I liked KCam because it was very affordable.? Been retired for 20 years and would hate to give up my CNC hobby!

Thanks,
Fred

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Re: Kellyware

#99786

It looks like the original Max32 board has been retired, . But it seems that Arduino has a replacement.

--
Best Regards
Brian T.

Re: Kellyware

#99785

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On 04/20/2020 12:11 AM, Dan Field wrote:

I don't know of Kellyware? or Kcam? but I would suggest?? Fusion 360, free? to you since you are a Hobbiest.??? There are many and I mean many Youtube tutorials for what ever level you might want to do.?? CAD with Built in CAM,? 2D, 2-1/2D and 3D.????? You might start out looking? at lessons from?? NYCNC starting with the basic but there are others as well.

Fusion 360 is a CAD design package.? It looks like KCAM from kellyware was a CNC motion control
system, similar in function to LinuxCNC, Mach3, etc.

Jon

Re: Kellyware

#99784

Hi Dan,

Thanks for the quick response.? I liked KCam because I could import dxf files from AutoCad and it would generate and run the g-code to my CNC.? I guess I don't have to panic quite yet--just when I run into a problem with KCam.? In the mean time I will be looking into what else is available.? I had not run across Fusion 360 but will certainly check it out.

Thanks again for the response!

Fred

On Monday, April 20, 2020, 12:11:49 AM CDT, Dan Field <danfield@...> wrote:

I don't know of Kellyware? or Kcam? but I would suggest?? Fusion 360, free? to you since you are a Hobbiest.??? There are many and I mean many Youtube tutorials for what ever level you might want to do.?? CAD with Built in CAM,? 2D, 2-1/2D and 3D.????? You might start out looking? at lessons from?? NYCNC starting with the basic but there are others as well.

Regards
Dan

On 4/19/2020 7:08 PM, fnmueller@... wrote:

I am a very recent addition to this forum (Today).? I am posting because I just discovered that Kellyware is no longer exists.? Does anyone know when he shut it down and why?? I have been using it for close to 20 years and in a panic.? I am using his Max32 USB control board and have had really good results.? Any suggestions on a replacement software?? I liked KCam because it was very affordable.? Been retired for 20 years and would hate to give up my CNC hobby!

Thanks,
Fred

Virus-free.

Re: Kellyware

#99783

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I don't know of Kellyware? or Kcam? but I would suggest?? Fusion 360, free? to you since you are a Hobbiest.??? There are many and I mean many Youtube tutorials for what ever level you might want to do.?? CAD with Built in CAM,? 2D, 2-1/2D and 3D.????? You might start out looking? at lessons from?? NYCNC starting with the basic but there are others as well.

Regards
Dan

On 4/19/2020 7:08 PM, fnmueller@... wrote:

I am a very recent addition to this forum (Today).? I am posting because I just discovered that Kellyware is no longer exists.? Does anyone know when he shut it down and why?? I have been using it for close to 20 years and in a panic.? I am using his Max32 USB control board and have had really good results.? Any suggestions on a replacement software?? I liked KCam because it was very affordable.? Been retired for 20 years and would hate to give up my CNC hobby!

Thanks,
Fred

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