CNC Mill 4 (with some pics)
Now that I have a couple of days cleaning off the carelessly applied paint, I am prepared to show some photos.
The trouble with a 17 year old machine, even if it has done little work, is that repairs are required before it can be used.
1. New hand wheel
2. Z axis acting strangely. ? encoder faulty, or broken wires.
3. Pneumatic drawbar not working ? needs replacing.
4. Auto lubrication system not functioning. ? relay faulty, other problem.
5. Operator needs considerable training.
The only available space in my workshop was in front of the door
Showing the table, with the tool rests removed, the hand wheels including the broken X axis hand wheel, the turret and the electrical box
The broken X axis hand wheel. replacement from China for $a20, including postage….
Showing the X axis ball screw, the hand wheel gearing, and the coated way (? Teflon)
The control box for the pneumatic power drawbar (not working), and the automatic lubrication pump and reservoir (also not working).
The CNC input control panel. I am still learning how to use this.
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