Measuring Tool Lengths in MACH3 Without a Presetter
Since I’m switching over to a new taper spindle, I need a new way to manage tool lengths. Today we’re going to talk about measuring tools in the spindle with MACH3 and how to incorporate a Haimer when touching off … Continued
ATC Spindle Part 11: Installation and First Chips!
Today is the day! We’re putting the new spindle on the mill and making some test cuts. Stuff shown in this video: *This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated
ATC Spindle Part 10: ATC Interlock and E-STOP wiring
Note, this is a re-upload with the addition of some safety discussion. If you already watched the original, the new bits are at 1:17 and 19:24. By popular demand, today we’re looking at the safety wiring for the new spindle: … Continued
ATC Spindle Part 9: Tramming Bars and Setup Sheets
I’ve been getting lots of questions about the setup sheets I use when CNC milling. Today we’re going to take a look at how to generate them in Fusion 360 and how to use them as a part of your … Continued
ATC Spindle Part 8: Assembling the Mount (Finally!)
Today we’re installing threaded inserts and assembling the ATC spindle mount for the G0704 mill. Tools used in this video: *This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated
ATC Spindle Part 7: Making Hardened Washers
Today we’re making hardened washers. I couldn’t find a size that would work for me, so we’re taking matters into our own hands. We’ll make the washers on the lathe and heat treat them here in the shop. Tools used … Continued
ATC Spindle Part 6: Making the Spindle Mount III
Today we’re taking a step back and implementing an idea suggested by a viewer, and we’re machining some aesthetic curves on the spindle mount parts. And we’ll break a Haimer tip live on camera! Tools used in this video: *This … Continued
Pneumatic PCB Depaneler
Today we’re converting a hand depaneling tool to pneumatic power with a foot switch. This should make the task of depaneling the Electronic Leadscrew PC Boards much easier. And less painful. Previous PCB Depaneler Video: https://youtu.be/ughpcAJoT6M Download STL files from … Continued
Lathe Electronic Leadscrew Part 19: Control Panel Kits
The Electronic Leadscrew Control Panel Kits are now available! In this video, we’ll crack open a kit and show all of the steps to assemble it. The first batch of kits is sold out. Thanks, everyone! I will have additional … Continued
Tap Guide Block II: Fusion 360 Tips from Viewers
The tap guide block video generated a bunch of Fusion 360 and 3D printer tuning advice from viewers. Lots of it was good, so I decided to revisit and show some of the stuff I learned. Cunningham’s Law FTW. Previous … Continued