CNC thread

[RSRowe]

Definitely gonna sound like a stupid question, but what’re you planning on measuring with it?

 

[Beauvais Motorsport]

Definitely gonna sound like a stupid question, but what’re you planning on measuring with it?

Currently 95% cylindrical parts, profiles, radius’ etc until I take on work. Basically everything an optical comparator does, but with the benefit of being linked to a pc by default, which is perfect for my workflow.

 

[Andy_con]

Linked to pc for the win

 

[RSRowe]

Currently 95% cylindrical parts, profiles, radius’ etc until I take on work. Basically everything an optical comparator does, but with the benefit of being linked to a pc by default, which is perfect for my workflow.

What sort of tolerances?

We have a load of Keyence equipment at work, and it’s ok, just not amazing.
Some things it does wicked, but others it just hasn’t the capability to see down to microns.
It’s crap at doing rads, but again, the stuff I’m measuring is like R0.5 and 0.003 max tolerance on diameters.

I think Mitutoyo should be a bit better. They’re ace at after care/support, and also have training shops which you can book in to.

 

[Beauvais Motorsport]

What sort of tolerances?

We have a load of Keyence equipment at work, and it’s ok, just not amazing.
Some things it does wicked, but others it just hasn’t the capability to see down to microns.
It’s crap at doing rads, but again, the stuff I’m measuring is like R0.5 and 0.003 max tolerance on diameters.

I think Mitutoyo should be a bit better. They’re ace at after care/support, and also have training shops which you can book in to.

Its for reverse engineering so even at 0.01+- It would be fine as some non critical features are up to my own interpretation, but 0.005 would be ideal.

This is the spec of the model I'm looking at.

 

[Andy_con]

just stumbled across these, all UK made

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[Beauvais Motorsport]

just stumbled across these, all UK made

Human Machines

Samurai H Machines are designed to be affordable and exceptional. Optimised ergonomics for human setup and operation. Machine tools are typically designed to run at a limited speed, for long hours. Samurai H Machines are designed to run at max speed, for limited hours. Packed with advanced...

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I think they should have a faster 20 taper spindle tbf

 

[Andy_con]

I think they should have a faster 20 taper spindle tbf

I agree, should be a min of 10k rpm

They may have got an enquiry from me had the spindle been faster

 

[Clio_fool]

This is like water torture!

 

[Andy_con]

Ahh do I or don't I?!

Great price, but I'd need to have a big move around in my workshop to make it fit

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[Beauvais Motorsport]

@Andy_con No idea what this is but could be fun with some modifications.

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[Andy_con]

@Andy_con No idea what this is but could be fun with some modifications.

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the xy movement is even less than my current cnc and my current cnc doesnt have a lot of movement.

 

[Clio_fool]

200mm! I've more bloody backlash than that 😂.

 

[Flat Eric]

Been stripping down and putting back together bits inside of a Fives Landis LT2e over the past few days at work.
Been interesting to see how they work mechanically.
The Scale/Encoder on the Z Axis needed replacing so was a bit of a task getting to it

 

[Beauvais Motorsport]

the xy movement is even less than my current cnc and my current cnc doesnt have a lot of movement.

What do have, a converted mill?

 

[Andy_con]

What do have, a converted mill?

pffff hell no!!!

denford triac vmc

 

[Andy_con]

 

[Beauvais Motorsport]

The picture didnt show until I quoted.

Looks like a cool little mill! Do you program it via the controller or offline?

 

[Robbie Corbett]

Its for reverse engineering so even at 0.01+- It would be fine as some non critical features are up to my own interpretation, but 0.005 would be ideal.

This is the spec of the model I'm looking at.


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Check out Vision Engineering too, they are in the UK and sometimes their kit goes for cheap on ebay because its not such a well known company. Their stuff is supposed to be very good and they aren't based a million miles away from you.

https://www.visioneng.com/products/non-contact-measurement/

 

[Andy_con]

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The picture didnt show until I quoted.

Looks like a cool little mill! Do you program it via the controller or offline?

No, mine has been converted to run off mach3. So ethernet cable into laptop with mach3 installed.

When time allows I want to upgrade the spindle motor and mod the atc. I'm pretty sure I can get it to hold more tools

 

[Beauvais Motorsport]

Check out Vision Engineering too, they are in the UK and sometimes their kit goes for cheap on ebay because its not such a well known company. Their stuff is supposed to be very good and they aren't based a million miles away from you.

https://www.visioneng.com/products/non-contact-measurement/

I'm selling the machines, clio for parts and giving up the unit. Its just too far and not insulated, seeing the machines sweat and rust is miserable when I worked hard to clean them up to begin with . I'm doing what I can at home for now, I just bought a 220cm oak desk so I can comfortably lay out parts for reverse engineering and hopefully have a vmm on the end.

 

[Andy_con]

project anyone

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[Robbie Corbett]

I need more space

 

[Andy_con]

I need more space

join the club

 

[Andy_con]

I need more space

a mate just offered me a 150w laser engraver for free, but no space

 

[Beauvais Motorsport]

project anyone

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[Robbie Corbett]

Why would you not open the door and take a picture of the insides?!?!

 

[Andy_con]

I can't work out why someone would strip the inside, the mill new was probably 30k.

 

[Robbie Corbett]

Sorry I was referring to the lathe listing, just slide the door open and take a picture 😂

 

[Beauvais Motorsport]

Why would you not open the door and take a picture of the insides?!?!

Would help a bit! I like the "1 owner from new - precision engineering company" As oppose to un precise..?

I can't work out why someone would strip the inside, the mill new was probably 30k.

Might have had a drive go and replacement is not worth it so they strip it for parts?

 

[Krarl]

Is there anyone able to help?

I need a 6mm thick spacer 30mm OD and an M12 ID

The ones I've just been sent that are "precision accuracy" grade are less than f**king ideal. It's a stamped pissing washer man

 

[Robbie Corbett]

What material are you after Kyle? Looks like a super quick lathe job - there are loads of friendly cnc people here who I'm sure could help @Paulie031 @Beauvais Motorsport @Clio_fool.

Could probably get away with laser cutting if someone has some 6mm sheet in stock.

 

[donnylad]

How many do you need pal?

 

[JimF]

Might be able to help as well

 

[Krarl]

What material are you after Kyle? Looks like a super quick lathe job - there are loads of friendly cnc people here who I'm sure could help @Paulie031 @Beauvais Motorsport @Clio_fool.

Could probably get away with laser cutting if someone has some 6mm sheet in stock.

I was thinking 6060 Ali for the material, but I'm happy to listen to better material choices. The hubs and brakes they're going to be attached to are Ali anyway

How many do you need pal?

Initially 4 for testing and then depending on price I would look at making kits. I've drummed up enough business already for about 10 kits, which would be 44 of them

Might be able to help as well

Appreciate it Jim

 

[JimF]

I could knock you 4 up out of mild steel but I've not got the material otherwise, soz x

 

[Krarl]

I could knock you 4 up out of mild steel but I've not got the material otherwise, soz x

It's always an option, but just for longevity I would prefer a better suited material

 

[Robbie Corbett]

Mild steel is reet Kraryl

 

[Clio_fool]

Aloomoonium is cheap, just nest to sind someone who can turn it.

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[Krarl]

Yeah I'd be happy to try and get the material if someone is able to bore it and part it to length