RE: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Re: 2.5 axis vs. 3 axis

Somewhere I missed an address.

Who ever posted this bit please email me the the program (which I assume is
a list of G-codes)

JB

John Barnwell
barnwell@...
Voice: 978-534-4096
Cell: 978-807-8475

> As for your machine and its control, if you would like to see if it
> can do full and true 3D contouring then e-mail at
> yethdear@... and I will send you a program to run on your
> Sherline mill that will cut this dome shape. This is a simple program
> to use to verify what your machine capabilities are. The worst that
> will happen is your machine will not simultaneously move all 3 axis
> at the same time when it reads a line of data that includes an X, Y
> and Z values all on the same line. It will move the X and Y first
> then the Z axis last and separately. The result will be a big gouge
> in your part. For this reason, you should use a piece of machining
> wax, balsa foam, or even a piece of wood so that there is no damage
> to your machine or cutting tool if the machine gouges the part.