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ArtSoft USA - Home of Mach3 and LazyCam

ArtSoft USA - Home of Mach3 and LazyCam

CNC Hobby Router Plans Wire EDM Tooling - Praxis Precision Work Holding Laser {*style:<b>Sam's Laser FAQ, Copyright © 1994-2012, Samuel M. Goldwasser, All Rights Reserved. I may be contacted via the Sci.Electronics.Repair FAQ Email Links Page . </b>*} Back to Sam's Laser FAQ Table of Contents . Sub-Table of Contents HeNe Laser Characteristics, Applications, Safety Introduction to Helium-Neon Lasers Some Applications of a 1 mW Helium-Neon Laser HeNe Laser Safety Comments on HeNe Laser Safety Issues Theory of Operation, Modes, Coherence Length, On-Line Course Instant HeNe Laser Theory Summary of the HeNe Lasing Process Longitudinal Modes of Operation Mode Sweep Resonator Length and Mode Hopping Observing Longitudinal Modes of a HeNe Laser Longitudinal Mode Pulling Waveforms and RF Spectrum of Longitudinal Modes Transverse Modes of Operation Multi-Transverse Mode HeNe Lasers Coherence Length of HeNe Lasers What is Mode Locking? HeNe Laser Output Power Fluctuation During Warmup Plots of HeNe Laser Power Output and Polarized Modes During Warmup Mode Competition in Short HeNe Lasers

Subroutine G-Code~Solsylva CNC Plans Offsets G52 and Subroutine M98 and M99 There are a number of ways to use free or inexpensive 2D or 2.5D software to cut deeper or thicker stock than would be allowed with the single pass that is generated with the software. Mach3 has a Z offset function that lowers the Z axis on each successive pass. This function is straightforward and is described in the Mach3 manual. A simple way to lower the Z on each pass is to move the Z axis to a lower level by hand, and to then repeat the cut. The router's software does not know that the Z's height was changed, so the router cuts at a deeper level while thinking that it is at the original level. A similar method is to jog the Z axis lower and to re-zero the software to the new position before each new pass. Another way to lower the Z on each pass is the subroutine below. Note: With any of these methods it is important for the original clearance plane to be high enough to prevent the router from cutting into the stock as it is offset downward.

Mechanicals - MikesCNCShop The design I am using was found on a forum at www.cnczone.com. This design has several nice features. It uses MDF for the frame and black pipe for the axis guides. The linear bearings are made from aluminum angle and roller skate bearings and the lead-screws are 1/2-10 acme-threaded rod. I will need to modify the design for my specific space requirements. 11-18-05 I ordered more components tonight. The components are coming together quickly. 4-2-06 Today I started construction on the MDF frame for the router. I find that many people in CNC forums will build a simple machine then use that one to cut parts for a more complex or better machine. Y-axis torsion box laying on its side. 8-1/8 x 3 x 34-1/2. The top and bottom are 3/4" thick while the inner ribs are 1/2" thick. On the top and bottom of the torsion assembly, I used a 90-degree v-groove router bit to cut out a beveled groove for the pipe rails to seat in. This view shows the assembly with the grooves. The carriage dry fitted.

INDUSTRIAL NEWS /// WORLDWIDE INDUSTRY NEWS /// METAL & PLASTIC INDUSTRY Craftsmanship Museum GWizard: A CNC Machinist's Calculator for Feeds and Speeds We obsessed over G-Wizard It took years, we analyzed data from over 250 tooling catalogs, we built a powerful cutting physics engine with advanced algorithms that consider almost 60 different variables, and we worked with over 50,000 CNC'ers like yourself to make sure you'd have Better Tool Life, Surface Finish, and MRR with G-Wizard Master your Feeds and Speeds the easy way with G-Wizard. "I've been asking for this for 30 years from the CAM guys. How much do you spend on cutters in a year? G-Wizard pays for itself very quickly--you'll see in the 30-day Free Trial. "I'm in my 27th year and seen my share of 'machinist aid' software and this BY FAR packs the most punch for the dollar. "I'm a total Newbie on hobby mill and had the crazy idea to jump right in on some plasma cut hardened steel. "I am amazed at all the data that is available when using the G-Wizard. See what else people are saying about G-Wizard

The Hobby CNC Router: Builders Guide Step 1 As we discussed earlier, there are numerous advantages to designing and building a hobby CNC router. Designing and building any machine has the potential of being a good or bad experience. This is also the case wen designing and building a CNC router. The concepts of CNC routers are fairly straight forward, but you can quickly become overwhelmed in the process. That’s why this guide is here; to keep you from making mistakes that might cost you time, money, and performance. Although this guide is primarily focusing on hobby CNC routers, the concepts may be applies to most any CNC linear motion system. If you are thinking of building your own machine, there is a good chance you already have a design in mind. One last comment before we jump in head first. Let’s Get Started: 1) Choosing your designThere are two primary styles of the hobby CNC router. 1) Stationary Gantry, Mobile bed2) Mobile Gantry, stationary bed Here you can see an example of each. The mobile gantry design is very versatile.

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