Difference between revisions of "Sable-2015"

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Mill currently does not have limit or homing switches.
 
Mill currently does not have limit or homing switches.
   
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=Use Steps=
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'''THE MILL SHOULD ALWAYS BE USED WHILE WEARING EYE PROTECTION. THE MILL SHOULD NEVER BE USED UNATTENDED WHILE ENERGIZED!'''
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1> Boot PC if not booted, log in under 'maker', and double click the 'launch Sable'
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2> Ensure work piece is affixed to the bed securely
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3> Install cutting bit securely.
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4> Turn on power strip between Mill and monitor, energizing the spindle and controller.
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5> Follow homing and tool length offset processes.
   
 
=Upgrade Options=
 
=Upgrade Options=

Revision as of 16:46, 19 November 2014

3 Axis CNC Engraving Mill[1]

Mill is operational using the LinuxCNC install on connected computer.

Mill currently does not have limit or homing switches.

Use Steps

THE MILL SHOULD ALWAYS BE USED WHILE WEARING EYE PROTECTION. THE MILL SHOULD NEVER BE USED UNATTENDED WHILE ENERGIZED!

1> Boot PC if not booted, log in under 'maker', and double click the 'launch Sable'

2> Ensure work piece is affixed to the bed securely

3> Install cutting bit securely.

4> Turn on power strip between Mill and monitor, energizing the spindle and controller.

5> Follow homing and tool length offset processes.

Upgrade Options

Floating Spindle

MDF bed w/ vaccum

Hall Effect homing switches

Mechanical limit switches

automatic tool length tester

Maintenance Schedule

lubrication

bed leveling