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Forum: MechMates already cutting Tue 12 August 2014, 02:34
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Posted By KenC
Should be that one. :D have a go, cost nothing to...

Should be that one. :D have a go, cost nothing to try.

If you already has that set, then you just have to keep the fan blowing... BTW, my z-motor is about 70C, still alive without additional...
Forum: MechMates already cutting Mon 11 August 2014, 23:34
Replies: 454
Views: 438,519
Posted By KenC
I am too lazy to look up what driver you use :p ...

I am too lazy to look up what driver you use :p

Most motor drivers has a selection switch for holding current. its either full current or half current.
when the motor is in hold position, it...
Forum: MechMates already cutting Mon 11 August 2014, 21:35
Replies: 454
Views: 438,519
Posted By KenC
Nice work! About the Z-axis heat. Ever tried...

Nice work!
About the Z-axis heat. Ever tried 1/2 current when the motor stop moving? All my motors are set 1/2 current, the logic is motors generate most heat when not moving.
Forum: MechMates already cutting Thu 22 May 2014, 08:55
Replies: 454
Views: 438,519
Posted By KenC
Bruce, now you have excuse for some gears :cool:

Bruce, now you have excuse for some gears :cool:
Forum: MechMates already cutting Sat 19 April 2014, 08:00
Replies: 454
Views: 438,519
Posted By KenC
The best value for money I reckon only about...

The best value for money I reckon
only about 500Baht, used....
Forum: MechMates already cutting Thu 17 April 2014, 05:59
Replies: 454
Views: 438,519
Posted By KenC
Thick foam double side tape will be great as your...

Thick foam double side tape will be great as your lid gasket. Mine still survive after 3 years of use. :)
Forum: MechMates already cutting Wed 16 April 2014, 06:48
Replies: 454
Views: 438,519
Posted By KenC
Thumbs up OH YEAH! That's what I call engineering on the...

OH YEAH! That's what I call engineering on the fly. Thumbs up
Forum: MechMates already cutting Thu 19 December 2013, 08:08
Replies: 454
Views: 438,519
Posted By KenC
Nice wood grains. Apparently, Paduak is hard to...

Nice wood grains. Apparently, Paduak is hard to come by in my part of the world which is relatively nearby...
Forum: MechMates already cutting Sun 15 December 2013, 01:22
Replies: 454
Views: 438,519
Posted By KenC
I second Pete's proposal, Dust Collector 1st.

I second Pete's proposal, Dust Collector 1st.
Forum: MechMates already cutting Sat 07 December 2013, 21:38
Replies: 454
Views: 438,519
Posted By KenC
Worm gear will be cheaper to make, but I prefer...

Worm gear will be cheaper to make, but I prefer working with belts, Its not about the precision or resolution, I hate seeing double lines cause by backlash. 2 stage 5:1 will easily give 25:1 Since...
Forum: MechMates already cutting Sat 07 December 2013, 09:16
Replies: 454
Views: 438,519
Posted By KenC
I've not started work on my A-axis yet, but when...

I've not started work on my A-axis yet, but when I do, I'll surely have higher gear ratio for more torque to ensure the job piece will stay in place when its supposed to. The resolution & precision...
Forum: MechMates already cutting Tue 03 December 2013, 06:47
Replies: 454
Views: 438,519
Posted By KenC
Nice job. Careful with your plunging rate,...

Nice job.
Careful with your plunging rate, those spindle bearing are expensive.
Forum: MechMates already cutting Sat 30 November 2013, 23:13
Replies: 454
Views: 438,519
Posted By KenC
Looks like Siang-Malam.

Looks like Siang-Malam.
Forum: MechMates already cutting Fri 11 October 2013, 11:24
Replies: 454
Views: 438,519
Posted By KenC
Does my nylon gear count?

Does my nylon gear count?
Forum: MechMates already cutting Wed 02 October 2013, 09:01
Replies: 454
Views: 438,519
Posted By KenC
There are 2 ways to set yout Z axis perpendicular...

There are 2 ways to set yout Z axis perpendicular to XY plane.
1) the simple way. eye balling a set square the cutting bit to the table (after it is surfaced

2) the complecated way which I won't...
Forum: MechMates already cutting Sat 28 September 2013, 15:12
Replies: 454
Views: 438,519
Posted By KenC
Bravo!

Bravo!
Forum: MechMates already cutting Thu 26 September 2013, 22:31
Replies: 454
Views: 438,519
Posted By KenC
Good job! I feel you joy & relief. :)

Good job! I feel you joy & relief. :)
Forum: MechMates already cutting Sun 22 September 2013, 10:54
Replies: 454
Views: 438,519
Posted By KenC
I though you are making your own shielded cable...

I though you are making your own shielded cable with the metal conduit. :o
Forum: MechMates already cutting Fri 20 September 2013, 05:14
Replies: 454
Views: 438,519
Posted By KenC
I see max. 10days work before a reliable &...

I see max. 10days work before a reliable & functional MM. but if you are talking about perfection in every aspect, 12 months... maybe longer.
Forum: MechMates already cutting Tue 17 September 2013, 07:45
Replies: 454
Views: 438,519
Posted By KenC
Hi Al, That is a brilliant Spider alternative!...

Hi Al,
That is a brilliant Spider alternative! Less for more!
Forum: MechMates already cutting Tue 17 September 2013, 03:09
Replies: 454
Views: 438,519
Posted By KenC
Lucky we don't get cyclone or typhoon where I'm.

Lucky we don't get cyclone or typhoon where I'm.
Forum: MechMates already cutting Mon 16 September 2013, 21:33
Replies: 454
Views: 438,519
Posted By KenC
Is this you 1st rain season? The rain came a...

Is this you 1st rain season?
The rain came a month early this year in my part of the world.
Forum: MechMates already cutting Sat 07 September 2013, 12:57
Replies: 454
Views: 438,519
Posted By KenC
6560 is cheap, if it burns, it won't burn a hole...

6560 is cheap, if it burns, it won't burn a hole in the bank book :)

I second Fernando's loctite advice too.
Forum: MechMates already cutting Wed 04 September 2013, 02:07
Replies: 454
Views: 438,519
Posted By KenC
Where about in Thailand you reside? I don't...

Where about in Thailand you reside?
I don't think its expensive, most likely under 1000bath with Poslaju courier.
You want it bent as well? I can get it done for a song here.
Forum: MechMates already cutting Tue 03 September 2013, 22:31
Replies: 454
Views: 438,519
Posted By KenC
Spider need tender touch & care.

Spider need tender touch & care.
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