Red_boards
Mon 30 August 2010, 01:23
I've read these threads and have a question about getting the vertical faces perpendicular to the base.
Will using magnetic braces be accurate enough (pic below) if the base is clamped to a flat base or is a firmer hold needed on the vertical faces to prevent distortion when the welds cool?
You can see the magnets in question (the BIG x-beams are underneath)
http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o155/rted99/CNC/PIC_0283.jpg
PS I've clipped the ends of the car in place. The "slots" cut in the end plates are diagonally opposite, rather than directly opposite - is this correct? I haven't seen any pictures where I can confirm for sure and the plans are silent on this (or my reading of the plans is!)
Will using magnetic braces be accurate enough (pic below) if the base is clamped to a flat base or is a firmer hold needed on the vertical faces to prevent distortion when the welds cool?
You can see the magnets in question (the BIG x-beams are underneath)
http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o155/rted99/CNC/PIC_0283.jpg
PS I've clipped the ends of the car in place. The "slots" cut in the end plates are diagonally opposite, rather than directly opposite - is this correct? I haven't seen any pictures where I can confirm for sure and the plans are silent on this (or my reading of the plans is!)