Re: [Emc-users] Classicladder Float Question

2013-04-19 Thread clint
there momentarily and I dont see it? Clint On 2013-04-19 04:41, John Thornton wrote: > You don't say what kind of tool changer you have but my turret tool > changer config files are here > > http://www.gnipsel.com/shop/hardinge/hardinge.xhtml > > JT > > On 4/19

[Emc-users] Classicladder Float Question

2013-04-18 Thread Clint Washburn
value in classicladder. Where should I start looking? net tool-change iocontrol.0.tool-change => classicladder.0.in-00 net tool-number iocontrol.0.tool-prep-number => classicladder.0.s32in-00 net tool-cn-done classicladder.0.out-20 => iocontrol.0.tool-changed Any help appreciat

Re: [Emc-users] Machine documentation: software, best practices

2013-04-16 Thread Clint Washburn
ones you would get with a new machine tool? Thanks, Clint Washburn On Apr 16, 2013, at 5:48 AM, andy pugh wrote: > On 16 April 2013 10:49, propcoder wrote: > >> electronics (power, drivers, custom electronics with documentation and >> all datasheets, cabling, signals, compute

Re: [Emc-users] Machine Resolution

2013-03-29 Thread Clint Washburn
Andy, Thanks for the help. Line 1068 is for metric. I was able to go from there and found inch. I have not touched the lathe for a few month so I am kinda having to go around and re adjust to where things are again. Thanks again. Clint Washburn On Mar 29, 2013, at 5:12 AM, andy pugh

[Emc-users] Machine Resolution

2013-03-28 Thread Clint Washburn
Can someone point me to where I can find how to change the machine units resolution in axis? As the default for inch is 0. I would like to go out to 0.0. What would I need to change to change the displayed resolution? --clint

Re: [Emc-users] VFD Noise

2013-01-21 Thread Clint Washburn
Can single phase be used on a three phase filter? The reason I ask is because I am rebuilding my lathe so it can be used on both single and three phase. Thanks, Clint Washburn On Jan 21, 2013, at 2:37 AM, andy pugh wrote: > On 21 January 2013 09:21, Mike Cinqu

[Emc-users] Wire Labeling

2013-01-20 Thread Clint Washburn
ie placards etc. Which are the most durable. Thanks, Clint Washburn -- Master Visual Studio, SharePoint, SQL, ASP.NET, C# 2012, HTML5, CSS, MVC, Windows 8 Apps, JavaScript and much more. Keep your skills c

Re: [Emc-users] mesa 5i20 with 7i44 and 7i70

2012-11-26 Thread Clint Washburn
a firmware using Webpack 9.2i. I have that all installed. Just need some direction from there. The Mesa files downloaded don't seem to have a "project file" that I can work with. How does everyone make their own using this method? Thanks, Clint Washburn On N

Re: [Emc-users] mesa 5i20 with 7i44 and 7i70

2012-11-25 Thread Clint Washburn
What is the best way to build with the GUI I have been using a script? -Original Message- From: Peter C. Wallace [mailto:p...@mesanet.com] Sent: Sunday, November 25, 2012 6:46 PM To: Enhanced Machine Controller (EMC) Subject: Re: [Emc-users] mesa 5i20 with 7i44 and 7i70 On Sun, 25 Nov 20

[Emc-users] mesa 5i20 with 7i44 and 7i70

2012-11-25 Thread clint
= LINUXCNC_LANG_DIR=/usr/share/linuxcnc/tcl/msgs INIVAR=inivar HALCMD=halcmd LINUXCNC_EMCSH=/usr/bin/wish8.5 LINUXCNC - 2.5.1 Machine configuration directory is '/home/clint/linuxcnc/configs/Seiki_Test' Machine configuration file is 'Seiki_Test.ini' INIFILE=/home/clint/linuxcn

Re: [Emc-users] W axis Setup

2012-01-16 Thread Clint Washburn
Robert, Thanks that was exactly what I was looking for. How do you handle the tool changers? I am using classicladder and it seems to work well. The turret in the video looks similar to the W axis on my Hitachi Seiki Lathe. Clint -Original Message- From: robert [mailto:rob

[Emc-users] W axis Setup

2012-01-15 Thread Clint Washburn
unused. Can anyone post an .ini file that they use with a W axis. Also how does axis handle the W axis graphically? Clint -- RSA(R) Conference 2012 Mar 27 - Feb 2 Save $400 by Jan. 27 Register now! http://p.sf.net/sfu/rsa

Re: [Emc-users] Transformer Question

2011-12-29 Thread Clint Washburn
Yes that is just in respect to what the transformer is labeled. Clint -Original Message- From: John Kasunich [mailto:jmkasun...@fastmail.fm] Sent: Thursday, December 29, 2011 1:08 PM To: Enhanced Machine Controller (EMC) Subject: Re: [Emc-users] Transformer Question That will work just

Re: [Emc-users] Transformer Question

2011-12-29 Thread Clint Washburn
x27;t care if they are connected between a neutral and a hot lead or two hot leads. Dave On 12/29/2011 2:36 PM, Clint Washburn wrote: > I am in the process of building a power supply for my lathe and need a > big transformer for for the powersupply. My main question is given > the type

Re: [Emc-users] Transformer Question

2011-12-29 Thread Clint Washburn
] Transformer Question On 12/29/2011 11:54 AM, Clint Washburn wrote: > What type of transformer would someone use to connect to the American > Split-Phase 240 volt system to get 100-110 volt output? Would one > like this work? > http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nunome-2-5-KVA-Transformer-/110344

Re: [Emc-users] Transformer Question

2011-12-29 Thread Clint Washburn
refrence to explain it to me. -Original Message- From: gene heskett [mailto:ghesk...@wdtv.com] Sent: Thursday, December 29, 2011 10:42 AM To: emc-users@lists.sourceforge.net Subject: Re: [Emc-users] Transformer Question On Thursday, December 29, 2011 01:36:19 PM Clint Washburn did opine

[Emc-users] Transformer Question

2011-12-29 Thread Clint Washburn
What type of transformer would someone use to connect to the American Split-Phase 240 volt system to get 100-110 volt output? Would one like this work? http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nunome-2-5-KVA-Transformer-/110344460317?pt=BI_Circu it_Breakers_Transformers&hash=item19b10ad81d ---

Re: [Emc-users] DC Brush servo drives

2011-08-19 Thread Clint Washburn
Looking at the specs they appeal to me. My motors come in @ 1.75kw so they are within the requirements. The only drawback which is a small one is that I have 3 axis (X,Z,W tailstock turret) and would require 2 boards. Which would give a spare if needed, I am not sure if I want something sitting t

Re: [Emc-users] DC Brush servo drives

2011-08-18 Thread Clint Washburn
I have looked at both thanks for the feedback. I am trying to weigh my options. I have a MESA 5I20 that I am currently using mostly for general I/O for the toolchanger but also planned to use it for the AXIS control. I am looking for the best bang for the buck. I am not finding very many compan

Re: [Emc-users] Hitachi Seiki Lathe Toolchanger

2011-07-11 Thread Clint Washburn
As an update I now have both tool changers working using Classic-ladder. Thanks to all for their input. I still have some fine tuning but I am pretty happy with the results thus far. You can see it here. http://www.clintandheidi.com/multimedia/pictures/hitachiseiki/Toolchanger_3. flv.php

Re: [Emc-users] Hitachi Seiki Lathe Toolchanger

2011-07-10 Thread clint
will be working on soon Clint Quoting Dave : > Nice. > > How many rungs of ladder logic were required to make that work? > > Does the ribbon cable from the 5i20 match up with the Opto 22 board > pinout directly? > > It is interesting how those toolbars extend out of

[Emc-users] Hitachi Seiki Lathe Toolchanger

2011-07-10 Thread Clint Washburn
/hitachiseiki/Toolchanger_2. flv.php Thanks to everyone who offered their advice. Clint __ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus signature database 6280 (20110709) __ The message was checked by ESET NOD32 Antivirus. http://www.eset.com

[Emc-users] Lathe Tool-Changer

2011-06-15 Thread Clint Washburn
.clp program that would illustrate how to go about this so I can get an idea of how to go about it? Any help would be greatly appreciated. clint __ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus signature database 6212 (20110615) __ The message was checked by

Re: [Emc-users] Single Phase Lathe spindle motor question

2011-03-08 Thread Clint Washburn
With some research tonight I have found out a little bit more info on VFDs. Most of the manufacturers stop listing single phase as a source for more than 3 horsepower because mostly motors larger than this have three phase power. The drives that specify single phase as a power source have larger

Re: [Emc-users] Single Phase Lathe spindle motor question

2011-03-08 Thread Clint Washburn
stion On Mon, 2011-03-07 at 22:03 -0800, Clint Washburn wrote: > I am in the process of converting my 1978 Hitachi Seiki CNC lathe to EMC. > It currently has a 7.5 KW dc motor that used to be powered by FUJI SCR > drive. My first problem my house does not have 3 phase power. I am having &g

Re: [Emc-users] Single Phase Lathe spindle motor question

2011-03-08 Thread Clint Washburn
What model Toshiba is it? -Original Message- From: Jon Elson [mailto:el...@pico-systems.com] Sent: Tuesday, March 08, 2011 10:43 AM To: Enhanced Machine Controller (EMC) Subject: Re: [Emc-users] Single Phase Lathe spindle motor question I have an 11 KW Toshiba inverter on my 7.5 Hp Sheld

Re: [Emc-users] Single Phase Lathe spindle motor question

2011-03-08 Thread Clint Washburn
What would be the best way to get the voltage up to 400v DC? -Original Message- From: sam sokolik [mailto:sa...@empirescreen.com] Sent: Tuesday, March 08, 2011 9:38 AM To: Enhanced Machine Controller (EMC) Subject: Re: [Emc-users] Single Phase Lathe spindle motor question or look at dc d

Re: [Emc-users] Single Phase Lathe spindle motor question

2011-03-08 Thread Clint Washburn
Ted, What kind of motor did you go with and what model of vfd do you use? Also I have not yet purchased a drive yet I am weighing my options. I am thinking of 5-7.5 hp. With the price some of the vfds are going for I would pay several times over what I paid for the lathe. Thanks, Clint On

Re: [Emc-users] Single Phase Lathe spindle motor question

2011-03-08 Thread Clint Washburn
ried about derating the spindle down a little bit. I am interested in the drives that can use the DC bus and also even one to control the existing DC motor since i am already building a massive power supply for the drives. I am sure I will have more to say tonight. Thanks, Clint Washburn (Se

[Emc-users] Single Phase Lathe spindle motor question

2011-03-07 Thread Clint Washburn
a 3 phase AC spindle. What VFD's are people having success with as a spindle drive with single phase power? Is it realistic to have a 10 hp 3 phase spindle on single phase power? or will I have to go with a spindle motor closer to around 7.5hp instead? What is everyone's input on th