Hi Chris,

Not used their services but I have fitted a DRO system to my Warco GH1330, used the glass scale for the Z0 and magnetic scales for Z1 and X axes.

All were purchased from Allendale (machine-dro.co.uk) and were supplied with comprehensive installation instructions.

What make of lathe are you installing on? I am sure there are many here that can give advice etc as to the best way to install

It is not a difficult job, just one that needs a little patience and care

CB

Hi Chris J

I also have a Warco lathe..WM250-VF, would also like to see pics if anyone has fitted DRO to similar lathe, what DRO system do you have?

George

Hi Chris,

I will try and get some photos sorted but if you need advice, PM me and we can talk about the install. I am In East Hampshire so If I am close, I would be happy to assist

I went for the Glass scale on the Saddle essentially because it was cheaper at the time. I also considered it would be more robust over the travel distance on a GH1330.

The magnetic scales on the cross and compound slides were chosen because they are more compact than the equivalent glass scales. I used the 2 part scale mounts as that was all that was available at the time. I have since changed to their 'One Part' mounting kit and have to say, that is what I would use on future installs, reduces the install profile by around 5mm.

I used the budget readout head from Machine-DRO and this has proved more than adequate for the lathe. It has a Z0+Z1 combine facility which has proved very useful at times.

My primary reason for installing a DRO was that I have difficulty in reading small scale divisions caused by a visionary defect, ( I have Kerotaconus). Having a DRO on the lathe has transformed my machining ability. (Had one on the mill for ages!)

Regards

Graeme

Chris

Can't help with the DROs (have a half dozen basic, wire activated, not yet fitted) but also in E Norfolk – Bacton … if moral support needed!!

Rgds

Bill