Here is a list of all the postings Emgee has made in our forums. Click on a thread name to jump to the thread.
Thread: EMCO Compact 5 |
16/05/2022 00:35:46 |
Stan The Compact 5 cnc has an on-board computer which allows programs to be compiled within the the machine, no computer is required. In it's standard form the 5PC is for operating from an external computer running an Emco DOS program. Which is it ? Emgee
Edited By Emgee on 16/05/2022 00:45:19 |
16/05/2022 00:28:53 |
From the Manual Emgee Edited By Emgee on 16/05/2022 00:30:53 |
16/05/2022 00:12:12 |
Stan Which lathe is it, Emco Compact 5 CNC or Emco PC lathe ? Emgee |
15/05/2022 21:01:09 |
Stan Looks like they are the DOS programming shortcut codes, the original Emco 2.8 program was DOS based. The dimensions and other info in the TOOL column are Tool offsets and spindle speed for the tool.. Hope this helps. Emgee |
Thread: Cheap stuff |
14/05/2022 22:21:09 |
In the early 1980's I bought a Taiwanese made Alpine drill from Graham Engineering in Birningham, MT2 spindle with rack feed rise and fall and rotatating table. When bought it was fitted with a good quality drill chuck which I still use on a Bantam lathe. The drill spindle is still good with no play and still using the same belts !!!!! Emgee |
Thread: Drill bit storage |
12/05/2022 22:01:35 |
Colin Plenty of dimensions here, Little Machine Shop. Emgee |
Thread: Boxford AUD/BUD single phase conversion |
10/05/2022 19:39:24 |
Posted by Nealeb on 10/05/2022 19:15:42:
As regards keeping the machine 3-phase compatible - that is probably trivial. Most VFDs accept single-phase but have input connections for 3-phase input. Take out the single-phase mains lead, wire in the 3-phase cable, and you retain all the VFD, pendant, etc, capability. 3 phase input VFD would suggest a 380-415v AC supply so not suitable for a unit designed for 230v AC single phase supply. Emgee |
Thread: A tyro desoldering question. |
09/05/2022 14:24:54 |
Posted by Martin Kyte on 09/05/2022 14:00:20:
I do beg your pardon. You probably want DP3T regards Martin Like this one.
Emgee |
Thread: Total cost + import for Tormach PCNC 440, and alternatives? |
08/05/2022 20:59:29 |
Posted by Steve Dunthorne 1 on 08/05/2022 14:58:34:
But it is clear this book is not aimed at seasoned and disgruntled old men, who know all there is to know about milling, and wish to keep it a closed shop. No, absolutely it is not. In fact, anyone who knows about it can CHOOSE not to buy it if they wish. That’s the beauty of choice. I find it hard to fully appreciate how my four lines of text, (no spelling mistakes, no swear words, no grammatical errors even, and the possibility this book might be of use in bringing more talent into our hobby), can have caused any offence whatsoever. The first sentence in the above statement is far from the truth and will earn you no respect. Emgee |
Thread: A tyro desoldering question. |
08/05/2022 09:56:26 |
I believe the smart option is to get a replacement switch and connect by soldering flexible wire tails (6) to the original switch pins where they exit the component side of the board. Emgee |
Thread: Total cost + import for Tormach PCNC 440, and alternatives? |
07/05/2022 22:45:49 |
Posted by Steve Dunthorne 1 on 07/05/2022 21:54:45:
In the end, I plumped for a Tormach machine which I have had for just over a year now, and ended up writing about the whole experience. Just Google my name the the words book and Tormach and you should be able to see. It really is a lovely machine and I highly recommend it to anyone thinking of starting out in cnc like I was. I would have thought with all the help you received by members in this forum you could have posted a few details of your experience with the Tormach machine here. I am interested to know but not so much as to pay your book listed price as I have no intention of ever buying a Tormach machine. Emgee |
Thread: New To CAD? No, but.... |
05/05/2022 23:54:41 |
Hi Nigel Sounds like you need to trial Fusion 360, plenty of How To videos on the Fusion site, also many excellent tutorial videos on Youtube from several really excellent tutors. Getting the design modelled can save many headaches when it comes to machining the part + you can simulate machining by making a CAM file from the model. Emgee
Edited By Emgee on 05/05/2022 23:55:17 |
Thread: help wiring a 3 ph coolant motor |
05/05/2022 22:10:06 |
The rough sound you describe could be 1 winding with the ends reversed. Emgee |
Thread: METAL DUST & VFDs |
04/05/2022 09:33:15 |
Posted by SillyOldDuffer on 04/05/2022 09:14:14:
Posted by Emgee on 03/05/2022 22:38:04:
Posted by mgnbuk on 03/05/2022 20:40:48: ... I work for a graphite machining company & the talcum powder fine stuff defies all attempts to totally keep it out of enclosures despite my best efforts - and that is IP66 industrial enclosures. Nigel B. Sounds like the enclosure is not up to the specification, ... Emgee I suspect they might be - in the test, IP66 is only dust proof for 2 to 8 hours and not waterproof. Next level up (IP67) is only rated water immersion proof for 15 minutes. Dave Dave I think Nigel needs to suggest some better extraction on machines in the factory which takes the topic back to Noel's question. Emgee |
03/05/2022 22:38:04 |
Posted by mgnbuk on 03/05/2022 20:40:48:
I believe the size of the particle is the deciding factor when conducting a test for ingress of dust, it matters not whether the particle is conductive or not. From an "expensive bang" POV it matters quite a lot ! I work for a graphite machining company & the talcum powder fine stuff defies all attempts to totally keep it out of enclosures despite my best efforts - and that is IP66 industrial enclosures. Nigel B. Sounds like the enclosure is not up to the specification, or the cable terminations don't have the same spec. Emgee |
03/05/2022 19:45:09 |
Posted by Robert Atkinson 2 on 03/05/2022 16:25:46:
The IP 5x test uses nonconductive dust (talcum powder) so is not adequte to protect electrical equipmnt against conductive dust. Yes you can get fully protected VFDs, at a cost. Most model engineers on here seem to use the cheap far eastern VFDs. On many of those wven the basic IP20 is dubious Robert G8RPI. Hobert I believe the size of the particle is the deciding factor when conducting a test for ingress of dust, it matters not whether the particle is conductive or not. How many of the cheap far eastern VFD's have you examined and tested to arrive at your conclusion of dubious ? Emgee
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02/05/2022 14:56:39 |
Posted by martin haysom on 02/05/2022 13:54:34:
Posted by Mark Rand on 02/05/2022 12:28:18:
Ideal solution is a bloody great dust extractor on the linisher. would keep it out of your lungs too Dust extraction is definitely the best solution. Emgee |
Thread: Band saw arm weight |
28/04/2022 13:33:47 |
Posted by andrew lyner on 28/04/2022 11:48:52:
On the subject of lubrication, cutting aliuminium seems to be faster without lube because the swarf seems to clear better without clogging. Maybe the life of the saw is comprominsed if I stop lubing. Perhaps the number of teeth per inch on the blade you are using is too high when cutting aluminium rod/bar to allow the swarf to clear. Emgee typo edited Edited By Emgee on 28/04/2022 13:34:27 Edited By Emgee on 28/04/2022 13:36:01 |
Thread: Looking for a non-magnetic, strong, easily glued material |
27/04/2022 22:45:48 |
Posted by Donald MacDonald 1 on 27/04/2022 22:16:44:
I don't know anything about "epoxy glass". Is it a sheet of epoxy resin with "fibre glass" embedded in it? I should have stated laminated glass cloth and epoxy resin, also available with polyester resin material. Emgee |
27/04/2022 21:55:45 |
Carbon fibre laminate may work for you, epoxy glass would be another choice except for colour. Emgee |
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