Re: Stuck collet

I have a MAXNC. I think it uses the same spindle arrangment as Taig.

Because the collets are small, the end-mills stick way-out, behond
the collet.
So when you drive a rod through the top of the spindle, the rod is
pounding on the end of the mill.

I got it out, with an aluminum rod and a hammer, but I chipped the
end of a $42 end-mill!!

There has got to be a better way??

Buck

--- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@y..., "Smoke" <gordonr@r...> wrote:
> Try using a brass rod thru the spindle to tap out the tool/collet.
That
> shouold help prevent damage to the tool.
>
> Smoke
>
>
> >What is the trick to getting the collet out of the spindle, when
you
> >are using a doubled-ended end-mill?
> >
> >If I hit the end of the mill, through the hollow spindle, I am
going
> >to break a perfectly good mill end.
> >
> >I also have had a hard time getting the bit out of the collet.
> >
> >Thanks,
> >Buck
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