Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Questions

Hi Jon,

> > i have a 10-24 clausing lathe i want to convert to
> > cnc these are my questions: 1.what size motors do i use.?
>
> Relatively small motors should work on a 10" lathe, as the
> leadscrews are usually 8 TPI on the carriage and 10 TPI on the
> crossfeed. The compound is removed, as there is no need for it
> anymore.

I am also doing this conversion. I know you in the States use different
measures for the size of lathes, is this a 10" swing which would be 5"
centre height. The answer you gave above is a little ambiguous could you
give an indication as to what size of motors would suffice i.e.. Type 34
150in oz.

Terry