... Thanks for the info on this program Jack. I downloaded the Demo and played around with sample files. I noted there are 2 ways to save a ... Randall, ...
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Randall
drlogan2002
May 3, 2007 4:58 pm
... Well wha'da ya know? Thanks Jack, All seems clear now! I'll test it out with my machine attached and report back. Have you used any other software with...
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Tod
brewmeister34
May 8, 2007 3:29 am
... Jack, Randall I just ordered the User & Service manuals. They should be here by the end of the week. I'll post the service manual as soon as I can get it...
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Dave Mucha
dave_mucha
May 8, 2007 12:33 pm
... You might be ale to order straight from Japan to get them. Even if you got a dealer in Japan to send them. Can you list what size the collets are that...
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Tod Briggs
brewmeister34
May 9, 2007 6:18 am
Sure, The beginning of the number is the size... ... That's the nominal size, they collapse about 10% The only thing I'm completely sure about is the 24 at the...
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charlie_camm3
May 17, 2007 4:38 am
Hi, Does anyone receive the modofication details to convert into ER16 tool holder yet? There was some discussion about it awhile ago. Regards, Charlie....
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Jeffrey Everett
jbe3d
May 27, 2007 12:57 pm
Hi everyone I got my PNC3000 in 1992 and used daily up until a couple of years ago when parts became unavailable for it. Now I need to repair it, but I'm also...
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Randall
drlogan2002
May 31, 2007 6:55 pm
... Hello Jeffrey, Good to have another PNC3000 user in the group! I'll write more in a couple days but for now I've only got 30 seconds...... I hope you...
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Tod
brewmeister34
Jun 1, 2007 1:12 pm
... I posted the service manual in the Files section. a couple of the files were too big, so I converted them to .png files. Be Well...
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Tod Briggs
brewmeister34
Jun 1, 2007 1:14 pm
I have the manuals. I'll go post the Service manual now. When I scanned the Users Manual, I only got the even pages. I need to rescan it, but I'll post the...
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Randall
drlogan2002
Jun 13, 2007 6:40 pm
Hello, Does anyone have, or know of, a z-axis sensor for sale? This would be for the CAMM3 PNC3000 machines. Also, if anyone knows of any places that can...
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david876474
Jun 13, 2007 6:46 pm
... I couldn't find one to buy, so I made one with a bit of trial and error and some old photos. See my other posts for more info. Or if you do decide to build...
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Randall
drlogan2002
Jun 13, 2007 6:52 pm
... [snip] ... Thanks for posting the Service Manual Tod!! I ordered mine the day before you posted, drats! For those of you interested in purchasing a copy I...
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Randall
drlogan2002
Jun 25, 2007 10:24 pm
Just wondering if anyone here ever divised an improved table/bed for the PNC-3000? I find the single T-Slot somewhat limiting in many setups except the basic...
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Jeffrey Everett
jbe3d
Jun 26, 2007 12:59 am
I used to use a Sherline plate just like you described, worked real well. I could hold most anything I wanted to mill (within reason of course). I also...
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Randall Logan
drlogan2002
Jun 26, 2007 5:07 pm
Thanks for the input Jeffrey, I did a search for a "Sherline plate" online but nothing came up - I'll check Sherline's web page later to see if I can get a...
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Jeffrey Everett
jbe3d
Jun 26, 2007 6:54 pm
It is called the mill tooling plate, I didn't remember the name on the spur of the moment http://www.sherline.com/3560pg.htm ... From: Randall Logan To:...
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Dave Mucha
dave_mucha
Jun 26, 2007 10:41 pm
... I'll check Sherline's web page later to see if I can get a pre-made plate - if not I'll probably make something up myself. I was also hoping to find...
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Dave Mucha
dave_mucha
Jun 27, 2007 2:16 pm
- I was also hoping to find miniature clamp kits for 1/4-20 holes etc. They certainly exist for optical tables but they cost $$$$. I may have to make...
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Jeffrey Everett
jbe3d
Jun 27, 2007 3:33 pm
you mean a hold down set like this from Sherline? http://www.sherlinedirect.com/merchant.cfm?pid=57&step=4 ... From: Dave Mucha To: CAMM-3@yahoogroups.com ...
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Randall
drlogan2002
Aug 8, 2007 5:16 pm
I just received an email from a fellow in Thailand that has a CAMM3 -PNC3000 machine with a bad motor driver. As you may know the motor driver modules are part...
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Randall
drlogan2002
Sep 12, 2007 11:25 pm
... After considerable searching I found a parts broker source for the now obsolete SI-7300A motor driver modules (used in the PNC-3000). I purchased 15 units...
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Dave Mucha
dave_mucha
Sep 13, 2007 1:54 am
post a picture in the photos section, a folder in the files section and a link in the links section. Dave...
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david876474
Sep 13, 2007 8:33 am
... My motor isn't broken, but I thought it might be worth possibly keeping a spare in stock depending on the price. I've got the PNC-3000 so it should be a...
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Randall
drlogan2002
Sep 13, 2007 6:02 pm
... keeping a spare in stock ... straight swap right? ... belts? The one I've got ... to buy, as it often slips ... but that's not the point! ... I've only got...
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Dave Mucha
dave_mucha
Sep 13, 2007 6:06 pm
... belts? The one I've got ... to buy, as it often slips ... but that's not the point! ... I've only got the ... Hi Dan, There is only one belt. you need to...
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david876474
Sep 13, 2007 6:11 pm
Is that all it is!?!? A tiny chip! If it's only £8 ($15) I might as well buy one and keep it stocked up. I will probably never use it, but getting anything to...
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Dave Mucha
dave_mucha
Sep 13, 2007 6:17 pm
I just measured the thickness of my belt and it appears to be either 4.5mmm or 0.195" allowing for wear, it might have started a bit wider. dave...
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Jeffrey Everett
jbe3d
Sep 13, 2007 7:12 pm
Hi I'm wondering if the stuttering and stalling in my Y axis is the motor or possibly the driver (or maybe the connector)? I used to be able to fix it by...
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Dave Mucha
dave_mucha
Sep 13, 2007 8:54 pm
... motor or possibly the driver (or maybe the connector)? I used to be able to fix it by jostling the connector, but that eventually stopped working. Roland...