Re: Software

--- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com, "Mike" <mjc117@s...> wrote:

>

Hey Mike;
I'm also not sure of the Servo size yet but, I'm sure I'll figure it
out or if you do first, maybe share with me. I'm looking for Servo's
on Ebay and really want to get a matched set for the x and y. The z
will most likely be upsized, according to everything I've read. No
use installing really big servos on the x and y if you're not going
to need them. Trying to keep costs. down.
Regarding ball screws! I think I will most likely install them right
away. Once I complete the project, I want it to be as accurate as I
can afford which will be rolled ball screws (at least in my tiny
little mind at this time). I'll be cutting on some $200 gun slides
and don't want to risk screwing one up. I'll keep you posted on my
progress and please, you do the same. The race is on!
billyjack
Hi Billyjack

>
> Well the race might be on :) I should be ordering mine when they

get

> their new shipment in on the 23rd I believe. Not sure what size
> servo's to use yet, I'm thinking around 500 oz/in with a 2or3 to 1
> reduction. We should compare notes as we go. Not sure if I'm going
> with ball screws right away, depends on the backlash. It should be

a

> good project and learning experience.
>
> Mike
>
> --- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com, "pug_harley_corvette"
> <bsouthnow@a...> wrote:
> > 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