Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Re: High Speed Spindle for SIEG X2 - Finally .... ... just a nagging doubt ?

Hi Chris,

Sounds like a plan! Did you consider an upper mounting block/bracket to
help stabilize the Proxxon?

I initially designed both a bottom clamp for the 60mm diameter mounting
ring of the DeWalt DW760 router, and also a clamp for the top. So far,
I've only made the bottom clamp, and it seams really sturdy. I haven't
tried to mill anything yet with it (I still need some spacers and
couplers for the stepper motors).

Yeah, it does look like you've created a monster! but if it does the
job. What software do you use for generating the tool paths for PCBs?
I'm using Eagle, 1st level. I like to "run" the Gcode through Vector
CAD/CAM, so that I can study/verify the isolation tool paths.

Thanks for the pix. Yeah, I can't post pix either!

Alan KM6VV

Chris Horne wrote:

> Alan,
>
> got the proxxon mounted and it seems to run sweet as a nut !
> just over 115mm offset from the original spindle, allows me to make
> boards over 100mm diameter (more than enough for my purposes)
> I just need to connect up the relay control of the spindles to turn
> off each motor when it is not being used.
>
> I have a picture on the X1 group
> http://ph.groups.yahoo.com/group/CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO/photos/browse/1dbe
>
> or on my website
> http://www.spiyda.com/Images/dual.jpg
>
> don't seem to be able to create an album on this group at the moment :-(
>
> The machine seems to be turning into a monster with bits sticking out
> all over the place, but as long as it does what is was built for .. :-)
>
> The pulleys on the main spindle were cast and turned in the workshop,
> and they have dual belts in case a belt breaks during a run.
>
> Chris
>