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Forum: MechMates already cutting Tue 04 October 2011, 16:02
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Posted By docarter
This machine has been an addiction of mine for...

This machine has been an addiction of mine for years before I started this project. I like to thank Gerald, everyone on this forum and my husband who continued to work hard to complete our dream:)
...
Forum: MechMates already cutting Fri 30 September 2011, 08:02
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Posted By docarter
Some more wiring Pic

Had to change that small 3 button box keep those labels coming.
What a relief to finish the wiring everything seems to be working fine.
The VFD is connected and working time to start cutting....
Forum: MechMates already cutting Fri 30 September 2011, 06:47
Replies: 80
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Posted By docarter
Some more wiring pictures that first gantry 3...

Some more wiring pictures that first gantry 3 button box get full quickly a oversize 3 button box is a must.
Forum: MechMates already cutting Fri 30 September 2011, 06:37
Replies: 80
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Posted By docarter
lots of progress

Here are some pics of our progress will try to post some pics later
the motor connectors with 3 black wires and one yellow were really fun. keeping up with your pin-outs and troubleshooting a bad...
Forum: Troubleshooting Mon 19 September 2011, 16:16
Replies: 12
Views: 29,648
Posted By docarter
Can Smothstepper connect to VFD and mach3

I was wondering if the smoothstepper can also be used to control the speed of the spindal and if so how does it connect to the VFD.
Forum: MechMates already cutting Mon 19 September 2011, 09:51
Replies: 80
Views: 57,953
Posted By docarter
Still making progress

Still making progress here is a picture of the water cooler, 12v pump and enclosure with glass reservoir pump is very quiet.
Forum: MechMates already cutting Fri 29 January 2010, 11:33
Replies: 80
Views: 57,953
Posted By docarter
Motors Turning

Hey everyone, Gary got our motors turning. He will post pictures today.
Forum: 70. Control Systems Tue 26 January 2010, 16:04
Replies: 20
Views: 20,642
Posted By docarter
Gerald, I have read so many threads about the...

Gerald, I have read so many threads about the wiring and safety features that I feel more comfortable adding the part.:confused:

I also like to thank Brad for his detailed reply. It really...
Forum: 70. Control Systems Tue 26 January 2010, 10:31
Replies: 20
Views: 20,642
Posted By docarter
Hello Guys, I really appreciate all of you...

Hello Guys,

I really appreciate all of you guys help. When I purchased the contactor from Automation Direct, I did not get the aux side contact. Automation Direct has will call service...
Forum: MechMates already cutting Thu 24 December 2009, 12:52
Replies: 80
Views: 57,953
Posted By docarter
Hello guys, I know it has been sometime...

Hello guys,

I know it has been sometime since my last posting but I am still here. Work and family has distracted my physical work but not my research on building MM. Soon I will post my water...
Forum: MechMates already cutting Tue 14 July 2009, 15:07
Replies: 80
Views: 57,953
Posted By docarter
Okay Gerald, after reading my question and your...

Okay Gerald, after reading my question and your reply, it appears that you think I only 6 cross beams. I have 8 cross beams with a spacing less than 16". The two beams on each end will be adjusted...
Forum: MechMates already cutting Tue 14 July 2009, 13:58
Replies: 80
Views: 57,953
Posted By docarter
Gerald, this is not a problem. If the table...

Gerald, this is not a problem. If the table appears to be unstable, I will replace them with more recycled channels. I have the resources. Currently the spacing is 13.75".

What about my...
Forum: MechMates already cutting Tue 14 July 2009, 11:28
Replies: 80
Views: 57,953
Posted By docarter
Thanks Gerald for your quick response. As talked...

Thanks Gerald for your quick response. As talked about in one of my earlier posting, I cut my cross bearings from C8x11.5. I attached a closeup picture. The side bolted to the main beam is 3" and...
Forum: MechMates already cutting Tue 14 July 2009, 05:58
Replies: 80
Views: 57,953
Posted By docarter
Here is a picture of my table progress.

Here is a picture of my table progress.
Forum: MechMates already cutting Tue 14 July 2009, 05:07
Replies: 80
Views: 57,953
Posted By docarter
Gerald. Table Question: Is there any...

Gerald.

Table Question:

Is there any harm in aligning the 6 middle cross bearing beams and the table legs around the centerline of the table frame? The outside cross bearing will still reflect...
Forum: MechMates already cutting Mon 13 July 2009, 17:37
Replies: 80
Views: 57,953
Posted By docarter
Question on Table Offset

Hello everyone, I am now making good process. I have three different projects going on all at the same time.

1. Steel Construction:
a. Material cut for final assembly.
b. Welder...
Forum: 50. Toolheads Fri 19 June 2009, 12:31
Replies: 32
Views: 55,477
Posted By docarter
Once I recieve all the parts, I will post them...

Once I recieve all the parts, I will post them here and in my build. Just note that this company is not cheap. The pump was $120.00 and tank $69.00.:( I decided to go this way because I was able...
Forum: 50. Toolheads Thu 18 June 2009, 17:36
Replies: 32
Views: 55,477
Posted By docarter
Okay, Maybe I should have explained more. ...

Okay,

Maybe I should have explained more. I've read Greolt & many other comments on setting up this water cooling spindles. I agree with Greolt and Gerald. The KISS system needs to be applied. ...
Forum: 50. Toolheads Wed 17 June 2009, 17:34
Replies: 32
Views: 55,477
Posted By docarter
I also purchased a 2.2kw water cooled spindle. ...

I also purchased a 2.2kw water cooled spindle. Received it yesterday; after a 3 week waiting period. I didn't include my phone when I paid for it:( I am setting up a test bench at work to test it...
Forum: MechMates already cutting Mon 15 June 2009, 14:45
Replies: 80
Views: 57,953
Posted By docarter
Thanks Gerald, I have IrfanView just needed to...

Thanks Gerald, I have IrfanView just needed to reduce it more than 80.

Hey Buzz, you are a lucky guy. I work for Georgia Power in our System Operations Division. I support our SCADA and Power...
Forum: MechMates already cutting Mon 15 June 2009, 08:50
Replies: 80
Views: 57,953
Posted By docarter
Okay Guys, here are some pictures of us cutting...

Okay Guys, here are some pictures of us cutting the cross bearings. Sorry for the quality but had to reduce them to the limitation of the site. The alum post will be used to build a work bench.
...
Forum: MechMates already cutting Mon 15 June 2009, 07:38
Replies: 80
Views: 57,953
Posted By docarter
Steel Process

Hello Guys,
Here are some pictures of my ongoing steel construction. I mentioned earlier, I work for in the utility industry. I went to several of our monthly recovery investment recovery sale and...
Forum: MechMates already cutting Tue 09 June 2009, 13:34
Replies: 80
Views: 57,953
Posted By docarter
domino11, It's too late now, I've already...

domino11,
It's too late now, I've already purchased and received what I outlined in my last posting.

I was able to saved alot of money on the steel, so this shouldn't affect my budget.
Forum: MechMates already cutting Mon 08 June 2009, 18:52
Replies: 80
Views: 57,953
Posted By docarter
Hello Guys, I wanted to give everyone feedback...

Hello Guys,
I wanted to give everyone feedback on my progress. I’ve emailed some successful builder asking them to share their electrical equipment list to help give me get a better understanding. ...
Forum: MechMates already cutting Sun 03 May 2009, 16:47
Replies: 80
Views: 57,953
Posted By docarter
Hello JD68, Table: I have made some...

Hello JD68,

Table:
I have made some progress on my table table. I work for our local utility company and this is our busy season (storms), thus resulting in not much time to work on my MM. My...
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