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Thanks Lappa

Thanks BoneInspector
Lots of info.
Appreciate the time and effort you've put in.
Links good value too!
Cheers, David

Are there any CNCers here that do 3D carving of larger models?
Having provided a little help to a friend learning how to use Aspire, he's now ready to do the carving of the body of a boat.
The...

Thanks Bone Inspector.
That sounds interesting.
What is the the software you're using and what is the name of the toggle?

Thanks, I'll check, but I think I had given up on the probe at this point (as the probe was giving unexpected results too).
FWIW, When the X, Y & Z are all manually set relating to a specific...

Responses in red alongside your points and questions

Thanks.
Yes, after homing the machine, I definitely set the axes to zero.
To be specific, X0 and Y0 to material's bottom left hand corner.
And Z0 to the top surface of the material.
Cheers
D

Helping a mate set up his CNC (neither of us have much experience setting up a machine!)
Most things appear to be working properly.
X, Y & Z all home in the correct direction etc.

After setting...

Sorry to read about your situation.
I purchased a CNC from JCut in 2011. It came with software, but unfortunately, it was pirated. (JCut's response was "get over it"). What looked like a...

I've just scored some black walnut. Grown in NZ approx 30 to 40 years ago. Now need a small mill!

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Hi Mike
All of the above info is good, but the most valuable info will come from doing your own tests with the specific material on your machine.
My machine works better when it runs a bit slower...

Saw this video a few days ago and it might help you work it out for yourself. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gYwtYbFfG0E
Cheers, D

Hi - Great looking build. What sort of software do you intend using for drawing as well as CAM? Cheers, David

Anti-freeze has been in my spindle for around 3 years and no problems to date.

I'm not sure if there is a "best" type of limit switch. Because I work with timber (not metal) then the fine dust is an issue affecting the switch mechanism. My first setup had the little micro...

Over the last week I have been looking for information on a "clip tenon". I'm making bunk beds out of ply for a friend and came across this YouTube clip...

Hi RecyclingKiwi

Although I have not built a cnc from scratch I have "wrestled" with a couple of machines. I expect this is the correct place for your query.

My CNC experience:
The first one...

My system arrived from China with NC Studio, the proprietary interface and a pirated CD. I never used NC Studio. Instead removed the interface and installed standard breakout boards connecting to...

They look good Peter. Well done. Thanks for posting the pics.

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I was wondering about whether to attend AWISA but sadly too busy in Sydney to get up there. Hope you found the trip worthwhile and purchased lots of equipment toy just couldn't live without! ...

Louvered doors sound interesting Peter. Any chance you could post some pics please?

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Peter
I should have also added in my machine conversion from NCStudio to Mach3 Peter Homann (Homann Designs) has also been very helpful. He has provided a level of support well beyond what one...

Hi Peter
I use CRC Dry Glide on the linear rails: http://www.crc.co.nz/Automotive-Lubricants--Penetrants-Dry-Lubes/p1/Dry-Glide-i9ee13c8c-4e95-452e-9dc4-3952edfd0036-6546.htm
Cheers
David

Hi Peter
I purchased a JCut machine a few years ago with NCStudio and after learning the software was pirated, I had another reason to change over to Mach3. When it came to disconnecting all the...

The brand on the VFD I use is "Sunfar" E300 series. I've tried several combinations (as well as talking to the OEM), best solution I could get is to remember to manually turn on the VFD at the...

That is very clever, thanks. It must make glue up so much easier and with fewer clamps required.

Hi Jack
$15K sounds reasonable for a machine - especially if you are OK with buying one made in China.

Size of machine
Maybe the decision about a machine that can take a standard sized sheet...

I use a dry spray lubricant on the linear rails etc, but the oil that was on the collet and endmill was from the original supplier. Metho removes it and I will use Inox to protect when not in the...

This sounds like a good idea, but it is not infallible. Last week my endmill wasn't tight enough in the chuck and there is now a ramp going from the top of my spoil board into the table :doh:.
I...