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islaww Tue 21 July 2015 09:49

Al...
Thank you. I was a fun 6 month project. It was nice to start on a robust platform AND have an ample budget, too!

pblackburn Tue 28 July 2015 20:51

Nice job Gary. Very nice indeed.

fanefane Mon 02 November 2015 08:24

1 Attachment(s)
4 axis+lathe, Baluster

http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x3b...-baluster_tech

islaww Tue 26 April 2016 14:59

Guys...
Current project is a little brother to the unit I posted above.


Usually I construct a special purpose machine that has specs above what an OEM would have. Not so in this case, as affordable NEMA 23 motors and an inexpensive 5 amp drive system was used. If you watch carefully you will notice that I am pushing the cuts about as fast as they can go.

Also note that this is an attempt to quantify and compare speed, not quality. You should be aware that they are inversely proportional. This and some soon to come, will show as many ways to reduce rotary machining time where possible to allow time for the time consuming 3D portions of the cutting, if needed.

Enjoy: https://youtu.be/WpLfE6kn0j4


The machine is based on the Jet 122vs with stand. Fully supported linear rails and ballscrews. Porter Cable 1.75 hp router. 5 amp 4 channel drive. System control is currently designed for WinCNC as it has the most elegant control options, but this system (with DB25 connection) is close to plug and play with Mach, LinuxCNC, UCCNC, Planet and others. Optional DB37 to DB25 adapter required for ShopBot. Not all features are supported by all control systems. Complete assembled and tested systems available as are kits for standard and extended lengths.
For more info email: [email protected]

darren salyer Tue 26 April 2016 17:14

Seriously impressive work, Gary, as usual.

islaww Sat 14 May 2016 14:43

Here is a rotary based video for Jim's Aspire Camp. This is just some minor toolpath trickery.

Done in VCPro, no rotary wrapped job required. The quickest way I have found to develop a rotary 3D profile. Pay no attention to the ugly shape, this is a "proof of concept"

https://youtu.be/9bLnP9R7bE0

darren salyer Tue 17 May 2016 06:52

That is Flippin Cool Gary. Well Done.

Robert M Sun 22 May 2016 08:19

Always been fascinated by your creations on....CNC attachments, jigs and other.... wizardry....in this ...what, past +/- 10yrs !!?
You're an inspiring one....thks for sharing !!

lonestaral Thu 25 August 2016 04:43

1 Attachment(s)
A brace of cannon.

Tom Ayres Thu 25 August 2016 04:50

Well that's super cool!

servant74 Fri 26 August 2016 07:48

Looks like fun starting a race or celebrating holidays!


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