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by Ant
Tue 11 Jan , 2022 14:15 pm
Forum: F1 / 4x4 / GT Racing In Schools
Topic: Using the F1 jig to cut a 4th Axis
Replies: 2
Views: 4770

Re: Using the F1 jig to cut a 4th Axis

Thanks Steve. A very happy New Year. I need to machine a gradient base slot on the bottom of one or two cars. Would it be okay to create another set of offsets to deal with the fact the block is sitting in the jig with the bottom (tether slot) facing upwards and still use QuickCam pro to deal with e...
by Ant
Wed 08 Dec , 2021 12:40 pm
Forum: F1 / 4x4 / GT Racing In Schools
Topic: Using the F1 jig to cut a 4th Axis
Replies: 2
Views: 4770

Using the F1 jig to cut a 4th Axis

Hi all, Has anyone used the 'old school' F1 in Schools jig to successfully cut the 4th axis? I have done the above on a hit a miss basis simply by setting up the F1 block as a billet, creating new offsets for the orientation (underside of the car) and managed simple (limited) routing - ensuring I go...
by Ant
Wed 15 Sep , 2021 14:53 pm
Forum: Compact 1000
Topic: Compact 1000 pro not switching off
Replies: 2
Views: 6220

Re: Compact 1000 pro not switching off

Hi Martin, Thanks for responding so promptly. We fitted a new switch we purchased from you guys months back and got the same result. Then one of you guys (possibly Steve) suggested switching a couple of leads around. This worked for a while and then I used my laptop instead of the dedicated PC recen...
by Ant
Wed 08 Sep , 2021 20:53 pm
Forum: Compact 1000
Topic: Compact 1000 pro not switching off
Replies: 2
Views: 6220

Compact 1000 pro not switching off

Hi all, Only just got around to using the Compact 1000 pro in anger since it had a new controller card fitted. Thanks to Martin, Steve and the team for arranging all of the above and sorting it out for us. A weird problem Martin at Denford sorted out was that the Conpact Pro was not switching off wh...
by Ant
Wed 20 Jan , 2021 11:26 am
Forum: Machines
Topic: Compact 1000 pro E-stop and off on switch
Replies: 12
Views: 12719

Re: Compact 1000 pro E-stop and off on switch

Hi all, Thanks for everyone's replies before Christmas. I have been bothering Denford directly but am conscious that I am taking up a lot of time. The On/Off switch problem I had was a weird one. this is where the On/Off main switch on the side of the Compact 1000 was not working, i.e. the router wo...
by Ant
Tue 13 Oct , 2020 17:59 pm
Forum: Machines
Topic: Compact 1000 pro E-stop and off on switch
Replies: 12
Views: 12719

Re: Compact 1000 pro E-stop and off on switch

Hi Steve, I checked it all tonight and both X and Y axis home fine and show that they have homed. The Z axis gets to its home position but makes a real racket (vibration against the stop) and gives an error message. I have attached a picture of the limit switch wiring which is connected in the same ...
by Ant
Fri 09 Oct , 2020 16:28 pm
Forum: Machines
Topic: Compact 1000 pro E-stop and off on switch
Replies: 12
Views: 12719

Re: Compact 1000 pro E-stop and off on switch

Okay, The green lights come on briefly (for a few seconds) with their corresponding axis markers, i.e. X & Y. The Z axis green light does not So, I assume that the Z axis is not homing correctly (even though I replaced the limit switch). I am having to use the Secret Home button to operate any of th...
by Ant
Fri 09 Oct , 2020 13:30 pm
Forum: Machines
Topic: Compact 1000 pro E-stop and off on switch
Replies: 12
Views: 12719

Re: Compact 1000 pro E-stop and off on switch

Thanks Steve.

I have replaced this switch with a new one so, unless this is not working, it presumably is something else?

I will check the green switch lights and report back!

Cheers,

Tony
by Ant
Fri 09 Oct , 2020 11:18 am
Forum: Machines
Topic: Compact 1000 pro E-stop and off on switch
Replies: 12
Views: 12719

Re: Compact 1000 pro E-stop and off on switch

Okay, Some progress. I read something about a Secret Home and managed to get the jog window back to jog the Z axis away from its position. I also read that dust and muck could be causing an issue with the axis not homing correctly, therefore, I set about trying to clean everything with a paint brush...
by Ant
Thu 08 Oct , 2020 9:09 am
Forum: Machines
Topic: Compact 1000 pro E-stop and off on switch
Replies: 12
Views: 12719

Compact 1000 pro E-stop and off on switch

Denford Compact 1000 Pro Bye way of a long-winded explanation the E- stop button on our Compact 1000 disintegrated leaving just the bare wires. I replaced the ~E-Stop yesterday (with the exact same model) wiring each of the Normally closed contacts 11-12 with red (or blue) and the 21 – 22 with blue ...
by Ant
Tue 12 Feb , 2019 16:38 pm
Forum: QuickCAM 3D/PRO/4D
Topic: F1 Car Wizard and billet size
Replies: 2
Views: 7984

Re: F1 Car Wizard and billet size

Finally, I realised that this dimension is not too important! I didn't use the car wizard in the end but I am sure it would have been okay. We made our first car and all seems well, apart from the jig holding the block which we found was not set square to the bed! Much fun and messing about with a d...
by Ant
Tue 29 Jan , 2019 12:28 pm
Forum: QuickCAM 3D/PRO/4D
Topic: F1 Car Wizard and billet size
Replies: 2
Views: 7984

F1 Car Wizard and billet size

Hi, After finally getting our school PCs sorted out I am starting to use the Quick Cam Pro F1 car wizard (again!). Since we haven't used QuickCam Pro nor V5 for a few months I have forgotten more than I knew! It is a slow painful process getting back into the software but we are making some headway....
by Ant
Fri 20 Jul , 2018 11:39 am
Forum: QuickCAM 3D/PRO/4D
Topic: Using the F1 car wizard and CNC router bit length of cut
Replies: 3
Views: 8852

Re: Using the F1 car wizard and CNC router bit length of cut

Thanks Pete.

That's great advice I will have a go.

The trouble with being a novice is there is much to learn but on the flip side it is great to be able to pick the brains of others that are far more experienced.

Once again thanks for the input.

Tony
by Ant
Thu 19 Jul , 2018 13:26 pm
Forum: QuickCAM 3D/PRO/4D
Topic: Using the F1 car wizard and CNC router bit length of cut
Replies: 3
Views: 8852

Using the F1 car wizard and CNC router bit length of cut

I upgraded the V5 Milling software and our QuickCam Pro this week with the aim of using the F1 car wizard. I managed to load our STL file and the wizard mostly does the rest. The raster finishing machining plan all seemed fine. After a few issues with “G1 linear movement exceeds limits” (self-inflic...
by Ant
Fri 11 May , 2018 14:21 pm
Forum: F1 / 4x4 / GT Racing In Schools
Topic: F1 jig and fixing to a Micro router pro without a T slot bed
Replies: 10
Views: 11991

Re: F1 jig and fixing to a Micro router pro without a T slot

Thanks Pete.

I hope to avoid the strip-down as all seems to be working fine after a good clean but I will keep the info on file!

Regards,

Ant
by Ant
Thu 10 May , 2018 8:02 am
Forum: F1 / 4x4 / GT Racing In Schools
Topic: F1 jig and fixing to a Micro router pro without a T slot bed
Replies: 10
Views: 11991

Re: F1 jig and fixing to a Micro router pro without a T slot

Thanks for looking Martin.

I don't suppose you have a detailed drawing of the rails? Otherwise I will measure it all out and drill the clearance holes where most appropriate.

Regards,

Ant
by Ant
Thu 10 May , 2018 6:45 am
Forum: F1 / 4x4 / GT Racing In Schools
Topic: F1 jig and fixing to a Micro router pro without a T slot bed
Replies: 10
Views: 11991

Re: F1 jig and fixing to a Micro router pro without a T slot

Hi Pete,

That would be really useful, thanks.

I inherited the m/c which originally had a sacrificial bed. Under which I found hard (almost solid) sawdust. Any tips on cleaning and lubrication (type etc) would
Be appreciated.

Thanks,
by Ant
Wed 09 May , 2018 15:54 pm
Forum: F1 / 4x4 / GT Racing In Schools
Topic: F1 jig and fixing to a Micro router pro without a T slot bed
Replies: 10
Views: 11991

Re: F1 jig and fixing to a Micro router pro without a T slot

Hi Martin, Very well done for finding the picture - this will help us enormously. The image is a little dark but it looks like the jig sits between the two Y axis rails. I assume they do not simply push together to clamp it in place as it looks like there are bolts securing the jig on to the LH ‘Y a...
by Ant
Wed 09 May , 2018 10:12 am
Forum: F1 / 4x4 / GT Racing In Schools
Topic: F1 jig and fixing to a Micro router pro without a T slot bed
Replies: 10
Views: 11991

F1 jig and fixing to a Micro router pro without a T slot bed

Hi, I am very new to the Denford Micro router and even newer to the F1 in schools programme. We have an old Denford that we hope to use and the latest software loaded on a PC ready to drive it. We have successfully carried out some 2D milling so we know everything works as it should. Regarding the F...