Re: CNC Machined 3-point Steady -
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<You can read a 100 different for and against bearings on steady rest.>
Hi, Ralph,
Having used it without bearings numerous times, I can't think of a disadvantage of adding bearings. At any rate, I
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Re: CNC Router Pendant Controller - I want to micro step to start at 0,0,0,
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Gentlemen, you are far more advance then I am.? This give me an ice cream headache, and I haven't ate any ice cream.
Thank you though for entertaining my novice, pretend hobbiest questions.
I make
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Tamra
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Re: CNC Router Pendant Controller - I want to micro step to start at 0,0,0,
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??? ??? to add to Johns post below . if it doesn't? miss steps on all the? axis's? try swapping the axis plugs on the controller & see if you still have missed steps on the original port
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mike allen
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Re: CNC Machined 3-point Steady -
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You can read a 100 different for and against bearings on steady rest.
Ralph
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Ralph Hulslander
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Re: CNC Machined 3-point Steady -
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Barry,
Apologies... I didn't remember the Real Bull Steady Rest properly. It doesn't open, but has a fixed opening for removing work. See photo below. I have yet to add bearings to
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CLevinski
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Re: CNC Router Pendant Controller - I want to micro step to start at 0,0,0,
#WOOD
I have a JGRO CNC Router. Here's a web site where someone described their build process.
https://mechinations.net/2014/06/16/building-a-jgro-cnc-router/
Mine is a modified version of that which it
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John Dammeyer
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Re: CNC Router Pendant Controller - I want to micro step to start at 0,0,0,
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Just some random thoughts.
It sounds to me like you have more than 1 issue. One is getting your pendant working,?and the second (from what you originally said),?it sounds to me like you are ending
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Re: CNC Router Pendant Controller - I want to micro step to start at 0,0,0,
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??? ??? no prob , I was just thinkin GRBL cause it's free , It's open source & has a lot of support on its forums
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mike allen
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Re: CNC Router Pendant Controller - I want to micro step to start at 0,0,0,
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I'm using Mach4 Hobby on a LMS3990 converted to CNC. I purchased the ShuttlePro v2 for a pendant and it all works fine together. My electronics are PMDX-411 and 340. I've never used the Path option in
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Jim
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Re: CNC Router Pendant Controller - I want to micro step to start at 0,0,0,
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Hi Mike,
Nope, I only have 3 axis,? ?If GRBL = motion control, then it is easier to go back to Mach 3.
Yes, I have stepper motors and a control box that are functioning that is separate from a
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Tamra
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Re: CNC Router Pendant Controller - I want to micro step to start at 0,0,0,
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??? ??? okdokie I get it . Do you have the hardware for the Planet stuff ?Have you ever considered GRBL . Maybe not I think you need 4 axis ? Just kinda thinkin outloud
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mike allen
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Re: CNC Router Pendant Controller - I want to micro step to start at 0,0,0,
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One more thought...
(Laney, is just another "voice" talking about Vectric's product.? I think Vectric is in the UK.? I like the product and their software user group.? )
Tamra
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Tamra
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Re: CNC Router Pendant Controller - I want to micro step to start at 0,0,0,
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Hi Mike,
Yes, I own Mach 3, because the old Digital Wood Carvers worked with Mach 3.? When my system, or control box got an electrical surge,? ?my steps were crazy, so they required I switch to
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Tamra
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Re: CNC Router Pendant Controller - I want to micro step to start at 0,0,0,
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??? ??? well , sorry? but so far you know more than I do . I has to google Plant CNC TNG . So let me get this right .
??? ??? 1 . you own a copy of Mach 3 with a license .
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Re: CNC Router Pendant Controller - I want to micro step to start at 0,0,0,
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Are my questions reasonable?? Am I asking the question with the right words?
I'm going to contact Planet CNC TNG and ask if I can use their software and can add the pendant controller.
If I am
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Tamra
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Re: CNC Router Pendant Controller - I want to micro step to start at 0,0,0,
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Charlie, I would welcome that email if it is something he is willing to consider...
I cannot post anything in the super large CNC forum, and I've never been able to reset myself there, as I went
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Tamra
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Re: CNC Machined 3-point Steady -
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Hi, Barry,
I agree 100% re John's Steady!
My Real Bull also came with Steady and Traveling Rests, but my 3-point Steady Rest is not split, I.E., it will not open like John's. He has suggested that I
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CLevinski
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Re: CNC Machined 3-point Steady -
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John,
That is truly beautiful work! Thanks for sharing the photos!
Re your question, I *think* that the most recently posted photos appear nearest the top. So, for future reference, if you want the
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CLevinski
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Re: CNC Router Pendant Controller - I want to micro step to start at 0,0,0,
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Hi, Tamra,
I have a friend who built his own CNC router. If you still have not resolved your issue, I can ask him if he minds contacting you, either here or elsewhere, and sharing how he handled the
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CLevinski
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Re: CNC Router Pendant Controller - I want to micro step to start at 0,0,0,
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Hi Mike,
I had mach 3 originally with my CNC router and still have my license.? To continue mfg support they required I moved to Planet CNC TNG.
Tamra
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Tamra
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