Re: Software

Hey Mike;
My mill has not been delivered yet. I'm anticipating most likely 2
weeks since they are closed for inventory. When it arrives and I
make arrangements to move it to my shop, I'll photograph the crates
and post the pix's. From what I've read, lathemaster is great
quality and the way to go for this size of mill. I also did not have
room for a knee mill, nor did I want to have to worry with the weight
on my shop floor. The model I ordered is the ZAY7045FG. Thanks for
the reply.
billyjack

--- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com, "Mike" <mjc117@s...> wrote:
> Hi Billyjack
>
> What do you think of the lathemaster mill quality and what model
did
> you get. I'm thinking about getting model ZAY7045L, I don't have
the
> room for a knee mill. I will also cnc it and would like to know how
> that works out for you or what you find to be a good fit.
>
>
> Thanks
> Mike
>
> --- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com, "pug_harley_corvette"
> <bsouthnow@a...> 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