RE: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Software

Andrey,
Sure would, if you like, I will upload to the files section, and I will
"attempt" to make it clear how to use it.

Give me a while to clean it up and I will up load. Probably tomorrow
evening as I really need to make it understandable for some one else.

Bubba

At 08:03 PM 6/15/2005, you wrote:

>Art,
>Would you be willing to share your spreadsheet?
>
>Andrey
>
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>[mailto:CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Art Eckstein
>Sent: Wednesday, June 15, 2005 4:30 PM
>To: CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com
>Subject: Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Software
>
>BillyJack,
>What I have found to work for ME, is SheetCam as my cam processor (2 1/2D)
>and presently sells for $150 or you can download Ace converter at
>www.dak.com for free. In either case, these programs use a dxf file as the
>input. For the cnc controller I use TurboCnc which when registered cost $60
>(AND you get the source code!) or you can go the windows route and get the
>Mach series of controller. Either of these programs can run g code files
>without being registered. In the case of TurboCnc, it is unlimited file
>size and I believe Mach is limited to 1000 lines of code (from memory and
>please don't hold me to this one)
>
>As far as the size of the servos go, a little more information would be
>helpful to "see" if they are possibly to small. I have set up a spread
>sheet based on the many formulas that Mariss has posted several times and
>based on the voltage and rpm, can give a "decent analysis" of what you
>might be able to expect.
>
>Now, at the risk of starting a flame war, I know many people brag or insist
>that you need to have super high rapid speeds, but lets put this in
>perspective. IF you are operating a "manual" mill, how fast are the rapids
>- 200 IPM? I doubt it as you would have to crank that handle real fast. The
>point being is, if you can tolerate "slow" speeds, even a rather small
>servo can be geared to handle the forces necessary. This way, you can get
>started with the small servos and later (with out "buying another wife")
>and later replace the existing units with larger ones depending on your
>power supply.
>
>
>
>At 04:18 PM 6/15/2005, you wrote:
> >I just recently ordered a few of the parts requred to convert a
> >mill/drill to cnc for use in my custom 1911 handgun hobby/business.
> >I recently ordered a lathemaster mill (after reading a lot of posts),
> >gecko servo drives, a breakout board, and have on hand some servos
> >(reliance (most likely too small)) and USdigital encoders to instll
> >on them. I still need to source a power supply and the software to
> >use. I am a cnc beginner but have a working knowledge of both
> >mechanics, electronics as well as computer skills. I think the
> >project will be fun and I will learn a great deal about cnc. I plan
> >to take advantage and learn from all the knowledge available on this
> >site.
> >My first (and I'm sure not last) question is, what would you
> >recommend for software to get me started?? Of course, cost is a big
> >factor at this stage, at least until I get the mill paid off. I
> >can't afford to pay off another wife!!!
> >I think I need cad software (I have turbocad version 6.5 - old), cam
> >software and machine controlling software. I've glanced at mach 2
> >for control but the other required programs, I'm not quite sure of.
> >Any help will be appreciated. I hope to receive the mill in the next
> >3 weeks (they are on vacation this week) and start construction
> >shortly there after.
> >Have a good day and be safe.
> >billyjack
> >
> >
> >
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>OFF Topic POSTS: General Machining
>If you wish to post on unlimited OT subjects goto:
>aol://5863:126/rec.crafts.metalworking or go thru Google.com to reach it if
>you have trouble.
>http://www.metalworking.com/news_servers.html
>
>http://groups.yahoo.com/group/jobshophomeshop I consider this to be a
>sister site to the CCED group, as many of the same members are there, for OT
>subjects, that are not allowed on the CCED list.
>
>NOTICE: ALL POSTINGS TO THIS GROUP BECOME PUBLIC DOMAIN BY POSTING THEM.
>DON'T POST IF YOU CAN NOT ACCEPT THIS.....NO EXCEPTIONS........
>bill
>List Mom
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>OFF Topic POSTS: General Machining
>If you wish to post on unlimited OT subjects
>goto: aol://5863:126/rec.crafts.metalworking or go thru Google.com to
>reach it if you have trouble.
>http://www.metalworking.com/news_servers.html
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>http://groups.yahoo.com/group/jobshophomeshop I consider this to be a
>sister site to the CCED group, as many of the same members are there, for
>OT subjects, that are not allowed on the CCED list.
>
>NOTICE: ALL POSTINGS TO THIS GROUP BECOME PUBLIC DOMAIN BY POSTING
>THEM. DON'T POST IF YOU CAN NOT ACCEPT THIS.....NO EXCEPTIONS........
>bill
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Bubba

OLDER THAN DIRT
Country Bubba
(Actually the inventor of Country and Bubba)
In God We Trust

LaGrange, GA

http://bellsouthpwp.net/A/r/Arts_home_page/cnc/

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