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Forum: Construction started, but not cutting yet Mon 11 December 2017, 12:48
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Posted By pblackburn
Change the wiring on the driver to the motor for...

Change the wiring on the driver to the motor for x and b to reverse the direction it travels
Forum: Construction started, but not cutting yet Thu 07 December 2017, 04:57
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Posted By pblackburn
If the tolerance is +- 0.005, that is inline with...

If the tolerance is +- 0.005, that is inline with most quotes I receive at work. But like I said, don't be afraid to shop around.
Forum: Construction started, but not cutting yet Wed 06 December 2017, 16:11
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Posted By pblackburn
Get quotes around your area and online with RFQs,...

Get quotes around your area and online with RFQs, they will vary much, figure cost of material plus standard cut rate plus tolerance fee. The lowest I have heard of is $50/hr but most will be a lot...
Forum: Construction started, but not cutting yet Sat 02 December 2017, 11:49
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Posted By pblackburn
The more complex the part, the more it costs to...

The more complex the part, the more it costs to make. A part that can be made manually that is quick and easy to make is less than one with complex curves. Changing the rounded rectangle to 1.5"...
Forum: Construction started, but not cutting yet Sat 02 December 2017, 11:41
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Posted By pblackburn
I use a Hitachi drive so I would not be much help...

I use a Hitachi drive so I would not be much help with confirming the settings but modbus can be tricky to set up in mach, I did have pics in my thread with the setup I used that could be for...
Forum: Construction started, but not cutting yet Sun 19 November 2017, 19:30
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Posted By pblackburn
If you swapped the motor to your X or B axes...

If you swapped the motor to your X or B axes (assuming they are the same motors) and they move that axis fine I would lean toward a weight issue. If you can't swap it with one of those then use the...
Forum: Construction started, but not cutting yet Sun 19 November 2017, 19:29
Replies: 232
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Posted By pblackburn
I use a 880 oz-in motor for my z. I use a ball...

I use a 880 oz-in motor for my z. I use a ball screw for mine and it is overkill but I already had it. Still even with that I have a extension spring to equalize the weight of the Z so it will not...
Forum: Construction started, but not cutting yet Sun 19 November 2017, 19:22
Replies: 232
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Posted By pblackburn
also remember that 200 in-oz is 200 ounces at 1...

also remember that 200 in-oz is 200 ounces at 1 inch at maximum torque or 12.5 lb at 1 foot.
Forum: Construction started, but not cutting yet Tue 31 October 2017, 14:21
Replies: 232
Views: 227,725
Posted By pblackburn
From the video it appears you can move in one...

From the video it appears you can move in one direction and not the other. Is that correct?

I have heard whining and grinding before at work when either the motion in the one direction has...
Forum: Construction started, but not cutting yet Mon 30 October 2017, 19:46
Replies: 232
Views: 227,725
Posted By pblackburn
are you sure your wiring is correct as far as...

are you sure your wiring is correct as far as phasing on the motors
Forum: Construction started, but not cutting yet Sat 07 October 2017, 07:59
Replies: 232
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Posted By pblackburn
I'm trying to catch up here. Where are the motors...

I'm trying to catch up here. Where are the motors moving the axes before and now they're not?
Forum: Construction started, but not cutting yet Sun 15 November 2015, 10:11
Replies: 232
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Posted By pblackburn
I have 3 different models of steppers and the 296...

I have 3 different models of steppers and the 296 and 299 are 2 of those, I have found no problems so far. My rapids are 500 IPM because my ratios are lower so my steppers are turning fast. As far...
Forum: Construction started, but not cutting yet Sat 14 November 2015, 11:46
Replies: 232
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Posted By pblackburn
Stock drive products also carries belts that is...

Stock drive products also carries belts that is another site to look at. I have a 4:1 reduction assembly that uses idlers and tensioners. It is for the Z but with some quick CAD changes you could...
Forum: Construction started, but not cutting yet Sat 29 August 2015, 23:15
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Views: 227,725
Posted By pblackburn
Nice set of photos

Nice set of photos
Forum: Construction started, but not cutting yet Sun 23 August 2015, 21:57
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Posted By pblackburn
Looking forward to them

Looking forward to them
Forum: Construction started, but not cutting yet Sat 20 June 2015, 19:32
Replies: 232
Views: 227,725
Posted By pblackburn
If you follow the prints for the length of your...

If you follow the prints for the length of your longitudinal beams,then it will be for that distance of cutting. I would add a couple of inches for wiggle room in my honest opinion. When looking at...
Forum: Construction started, but not cutting yet Sat 20 June 2015, 18:56
Replies: 232
Views: 227,725
Posted By pblackburn
Trying to follow your question but am having a...

Trying to follow your question but am having a little trouble understanding the exact information you are looking for.
Forum: Construction started, but not cutting yet Sat 20 June 2015, 17:51
Replies: 232
Views: 227,725
Posted By pblackburn
The + values add the correct amount for the...

The + values add the correct amount for the gantry. As far as spindle placement to the spoilboard, that is dependent on the crossbearer locations.
Forum: Construction started, but not cutting yet Wed 10 June 2015, 21:15
Replies: 232
Views: 227,725
Posted By pblackburn
I hate to give such a vague answer but near the...

I hate to give such a vague answer but near the end of the 126 manual it gives the cross reference from parallel to the port 1 and port 2 pins. This is where it can be confusing but you have to go...
Forum: Construction started, but not cutting yet Wed 10 June 2015, 20:28
Replies: 232
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Posted By pblackburn
Are you using a 134?

Are you using a 134?
Forum: Construction started, but not cutting yet Tue 02 June 2015, 09:37
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Posted By pblackburn
I have 2-20 foot cables for port 1 and port 2 of...

I have 2-20 foot cables for port 1 and port 2 of my 126 board.

Edit: the cables are shielded also. I did that just because of the length and risk of noise exposure.
Forum: Construction started, but not cutting yet Sun 31 May 2015, 22:17
Replies: 232
Views: 227,725
Posted By pblackburn
What are your jumper settings? One cable in...

What are your jumper settings? One cable in normal mode or extended mode or two parallel cables? There is a check in Port#1 Enabled in the Ports and Pins correct?
Forum: Construction started, but not cutting yet Sun 31 May 2015, 20:38
Replies: 232
Views: 227,725
Posted By pblackburn
Is your estop circuit correct? Do you require...

Is your estop circuit correct? Do you require charge pump mode active?
Forum: Construction started, but not cutting yet Sun 31 May 2015, 20:33
Replies: 232
Views: 227,725
Posted By pblackburn
Is your parallel port set to epp or ecp? Is the...

Is your parallel port set to epp or ecp? Is the correct address in Mach? Are you using IEEE 1284 cable?
Forum: Construction started, but not cutting yet Sun 31 May 2015, 20:07
Replies: 232
Views: 227,725
Posted By pblackburn
Is this through parallel port?

Is this through parallel port?
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