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by boots
Thu 30 Oct , 2008 18:03 pm
Forum: Software
Topic: MillCAM Designer problems and FAQs
Replies: 3
Views: 5574

What is the maximum size when importing a dxf file?
How do I scale a dxf file to fit the billet and have about a 1/2" on each side?
by boots
Wed 29 Oct , 2008 19:40 pm
Forum: Novamill
Topic: Novamill Wiring
Replies: 2
Views: 3987

Novamill Wiring

Good Day, I have a customer who has called in to say that VAC is not being supplied to the machine. She has "opened up the box"(converter) and found a blue wire that is disconnected. Is there any way to get the schematics for this machine? Can you tell me what the blue wire is for? where it goes or ...
by boots
Wed 22 Oct , 2008 16:31 pm
Forum: F1 / 4x4 / GT Racing In Schools
Topic: Convert Denford Fixture to Dragster
Replies: 3
Views: 15342

Attached is a pdf file showing how to set the Y offset for the Denford Co2 Car fixture.
by boots
Wed 22 Oct , 2008 16:24 pm
Forum: F1 / 4x4 / GT Racing In Schools
Topic: Convert Denford Fixture to Dragster
Replies: 3
Views: 15342

More photos to finish up the conversion.

There is a Word Document at the end with some Hints and Tips for using the Denford Co2 Car Fixture.
by boots
Wed 22 Oct , 2008 15:42 pm
Forum: F1 / 4x4 / GT Racing In Schools
Topic: Convert Denford Fixture to Dragster
Replies: 3
Views: 15342

Here are some photos that show how to convert the fixture.
by boots
Wed 22 Oct , 2008 15:31 pm
Forum: F1 / 4x4 / GT Racing In Schools
Topic: Convert Denford Fixture to Dragster
Replies: 3
Views: 15342

Convert Denford Fixture to Dragster

How do I convert the Denford Co2 Car Fixture from F1 car blanks to Dragster Blanks?
by boots
Fri 17 Oct , 2008 19:36 pm
Forum: MicroRouter
Topic: 2001 Microrouter X-axis problem
Replies: 2
Views: 3988

2001 Microrouter X-axis problem

Microrouter Oct. 2001 VR Milling v2 We are having problems with the X-axis on the Microrouter. When the machine is jogged the X-axis moves very smoothly, but when running a file the X-axis stutters and moves very roughly, like it is jammed or stalling. The machine has always worked smoothly, this is...
by boots
Wed 15 Oct , 2008 17:33 pm
Forum: Triton
Topic: Triton Update with Easy Upgrader
Replies: 1
Views: 10160

Triton Update with Easy Upgrader

Triton V2 NS S/N #u00241/1 Elect. #oc00263572 Late '03 or early '04 model VR Milling v2.31 (Originally shipped with v2.22) We are trying to update the NextStep control card (RS-232 only) with Easy Upgrader. What do we need to do to update the CPLD and the bootloader? Attached are screen shots of the...
by boots
Tue 23 Sep , 2008 14:55 pm
Forum: VR Turning - All Versions
Topic: Issues with LatheCAM and VR Turning
Replies: 5
Views: 17895

Issues with LatheCAM and VR Turning

LatheCAM v1.11a At this time, I am using the Lathe CAM Design to generate the CNC code for the lathes. This seems to work OK. I do have to play with the file name extensions a bit. The Designer software creates an "LCD" file. Choosing the "generate G-code" option creates the "FNC" file and the VRTur...
by boots
Fri 12 Sep , 2008 20:06 pm
Forum: Electronics
Topic: PCI card
Replies: 6
Views: 6885

PCI card

Miromill 2000 with a Denstep card.

The new computers only have USB ports.
Is it possible to install a PCI card with a serial port into the computer so that the computer can use the serial cable to connect to the machine?

Thanks
by boots
Fri 12 Sep , 2008 17:11 pm
Forum: User Stories / Projects / Courseware
Topic: Aluminum Machining with the Router 2600 PRO
Replies: 7
Views: 8431

and the last 2 photos
by boots
Fri 12 Sep , 2008 17:10 pm
Forum: User Stories / Projects / Courseware
Topic: Aluminum Machining with the Router 2600 PRO
Replies: 7
Views: 8431

More Photes
by boots
Fri 12 Sep , 2008 17:08 pm
Forum: User Stories / Projects / Courseware
Topic: Aluminum Machining with the Router 2600 PRO
Replies: 7
Views: 8431

Aluminum Machining with the Router 2600 PRO

East Cobb Middle School Marietta, Georgia, USA Router 2600 PRO VR Milling v5 QuickCAM 2D Design Here are photos of the Router 2600 Pro machining aluminum. The cutter is a Niagara #85352 Solid Carbide – TiALN Coating 2-flute – SE – Center Cut – 30 degree Helix. List #C230 The 30 degree helix cutter l...
by boots
Mon 08 Sep , 2008 14:19 pm
Forum: Triac
Topic: 1992 Triac Spindle Speed
Replies: 5
Views: 5704

That is the board that we adjusted the Min. speed with. But we only found a single (blue) potentiometer on that board.

Should we check again for another pot?
by boots
Fri 05 Sep , 2008 20:13 pm
Forum: Triac
Topic: 1992 Triac Spindle Speed
Replies: 5
Views: 5704

We were able to locate and adjust the minimum pot so that 250 RPM on the PC corresponded to 250 RPM on the spindle. However, we could not locate the Max Speed pot. Which board is this located on? We think from your wording that it is on the Spindle Drive board, but we're not sure which board this is...
by boots
Thu 07 Aug , 2008 18:12 pm
Forum: Triac
Topic: TRIAC PC 1992
Replies: 1
Views: 2774

TRIAC PC 1992

TRIAC PC 1992 VR MILLING V2.31 When trying to interpolate a G02 or G03 circle cut at very low feed rates, 5 inches per minute or lower, the machine looses the part datum. And the machine resonates when moving. Straight lines, squares, angles, diamond shapes no problem. Only circles. At higher feed r...
by boots
Wed 09 Jul , 2008 17:51 pm
Forum: Triac
Topic: 1992 Triac Spindle Speed
Replies: 5
Views: 5704

1992 Triac Spindle Speed

We are running a 1992 vintage TRIAC PC 3-axis machine that, in general, we are quite happy with. Our students have been learning a great deal and the system has been quite reliable for many years. However, we recently measured the spindle speed with a non-contact tachometer and found the actual spee...
by boots
Tue 27 May , 2008 20:42 pm
Forum: F1 / 4x4 / GT Racing In Schools
Topic: Denford Co2 Car fixture Question?
Replies: 1
Views: 12399

Here are some helpful ideas for using the Denford Co2 Car fixture. Offsets for the Denford Co2 Fixture X __________ Cutter is centered over the back (left) edge of the block. Y __________ Cutter is centered on the cartridge pin shaft. Z __________ Cutter is just touching the top surface of the block...
by boots
Tue 27 May , 2008 20:38 pm
Forum: F1 / 4x4 / GT Racing In Schools
Topic: Denford Co2 Car fixture Question?
Replies: 1
Views: 12399

Denford Co2 Car fixture Question?

Should the "split block" be loose on the pin shaft?
The "nose block" moves left/right in the V-block, is it suppose to?
The left side of the car is a bit higher than the right, how do I get it even?
Is there a way to check the offsets?
by boots
Tue 27 May , 2008 14:33 pm
Forum: Electronics
Topic: Feedrate pot not working
Replies: 2
Views: 4629

The Feed Rate Override may be faulty and needs to be replaced, or dust has worked its way inside and is insulating the contacts, try vacuuming out around the Feed Rate pot and blowing it out with compressed air. You will need to place the machine on its back and remove the bottom access cover to do ...