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    Re: cncrp pro 48x96 and acrylic

    1/4" single flute up cut, .125 DOC, 100 IPM, 8000-1000 RPM gives me a perfect cut
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    Re: 2.2kw spindle question

    An electrical engineer recommended a bifurcated relay since I am unable to figure this out myself, RY2S-UDC12. Should be here in a couple of days.
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    Re: 2.2kw spindle question

    Which relay is best suited for my set up, I'm seeing solid state and others, my apologizes for the multiple questions

    Mark
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    The link was dead before...working now. Going to...

    The link was dead before...working now. Going to order them up tonight. Could i use these to tturn on the dust collectors? Probably
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    Re: 2.2kw spindle question

    [QUOTE= I cant imagine the entire process hasn't been detailed somewhere. /QUOTE]

    I need to research the subject more," PWM 0-10v signal to the VFD and a relay to turn on the FWD connection to...
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    Re: 2.2kw spindle question

    I am using a G540 and there is a 0-5v and 0-10v available and from what I've gathered this is the same as the relay you've referenced. As I mentioned, the RPM read out changes when I direct it to...
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    Re: 2.2kw spindle question

    I will update my router to spindle post. Here is the link to the spindle/vfd bundle. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B012A8ULY4/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
    I purchased a 4 pin...
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    Re: Changing from a router to a spindle.

    Russ is right, the interference does all kinds of bad things, this is what I have been using with no problems

    Belden 29500 16 AWG 4 Conductor Shielded VFD 1000V UL Flexible Motor Supply Cable ...
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    Re: 2.2kw spindle question

    Gerry

    Do you have your machine frame grounded separately to your power source or directly to a ground earth spike?
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    Re: 2.2kw spindle question

    Here is the link for the spindle and VFD

    https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B012A8ULY4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

    I was 4 feet short on the shielded cable I had on hand so I...
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    Re: 2.2kw spindle question

    I wondered why they did not show the input plug for the spindle.....so it looks like I need to switch the 3 wire input plug on the spindle to a 4. Drill and tap a ground lead inside the spindle. ...
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    Re: 2.2kw spindle question

    Yes. From the vfd to the spindle are 3 wires. 2 hot and 1 ground. One of those must ground the case, none of them show continuity to the case.

    Thanks
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    Re: 2.2kw spindle question

    Gerry

    Thanks for the reply, you are a sea of knowledge and are very well respected in the forums. I should have mentioned that has input three pins, 2 hot and a ground directly from the VFD.
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    2.2kw spindle question

    Good day everyone

    I am in the process of wiring a 2.2kw spindle to a Haunyang VFD type 2. Checking continuity to determine which of the 3 inputs should receive the ground wire shows that none of...
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    Re: Spindle upgrade ?

    I did not mention that I out fitted the control box with a Gecko 540,
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    Spindle upgrade ?

    I'm looking to upgrade my CNC router parts machine to a spindle and VFD. I've got the 2448 standard using a Bosch 1617evs router (Can you say LOUD). I've burned through 2 of them in the last 12...
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    Re: Extended Linear Carriage

    An arbor press worked perfectly, I replaced all of the bearings and am putting things back together

    Thanks for the advice
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    Extended Linear Carriage

    Probably missed the solution somewhere, the horizontal bearings have seized and they seem to have a pin forced through the assembly. Should I drive the pin out, replace the bearings and then drive...
  19. Electrical spikes and surges......

    I noticed that since I installed an air conditioner in the shop, my CNC machine will slow down slightly and occasionally miss a step when the condenser turns on. Similar to the lights dimming when...
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    Re: China 3020 3040 routers

    I made the same replacement after fighting it for a year, runs like a champ now. May I ask what numbers you tuned your motors to, I'm using Mach3

    Thanks in advance
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    Advice

    Hope everyone's having a great day. I have a small Chinese 3040 which has served me well once I worked out all the crap wiring. I would like a larger machine to do plywood for cabinets and signs. ...
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    Z touch plate on a 3040

    Good morning everyone, I just got a Z touch off plate for a 3040 Chinese machine, am using Mach3 and am slightly confused....on the YOOCNC X4JKB bob there is two pins marked "probe". After looking...
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    My USB port for the keyboard failed, moved the...

    My USB port for the keyboard failed, moved the cord to a different spot and I'm back and running......
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    You sound like you use Mach also. Happy early...

    You sound like you use Mach also. Happy early birthday btw
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    Mach 3. None of the motors respond. And this...

    Mach 3. None of the motors respond. And this things been running flawlessly
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    Mach 3. None of the motors respond. And this...

    Mach 3. None of the motors respond. And this things been running flawlessly
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    This is either a coincidence or just plain...

    This is either a coincidence or just plain spooky..I just bought 8 half sheets of 3/8'' acrylic off of Craigslist. I plan on making edge lite signs as Christmas presents with my 3040z. I got the...
  28. The steppers are 4 wire 20-22 gauge. Spindle...

    The steppers are 4 wire 20-22 gauge. Spindle wire should be 4 wire 18 gauge. Wire pin 1 to ground on spindle and to green (ground) on your vfd. Providing you have a 110v setup. I don't remember...
  29. First things first, check grounding of the...

    First things first, check grounding of the spindle and controller. Mine had NO ground. Second thing was to replace the cables with shielded. If you got the pond pump, ground it. I have yet to get...
  30. If you have the same machine as I do, it has...

    If you have the same machine as I do, it has stepper motors, not servos. I would change them all. I couldn't get a good cut until they were replaced. The stepper motors have 18 gauge wires (at...
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