tool:sherline_cnc_mill
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Sherline 5000 CNC mill
Status | Sort of works (contact Jarrett, Richard, or Luke B for details) |
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Training | Mandatory |
Hackable | Sort of (please keep usable as a CNC machine) |
Usage Restrictions | Members Only |
Owner | VHS |
If it Breaks | Put a “broken” sign on machine, post to Talk with details. |
Loan Status | Donated to VHS by John Craver |
Arrival Date | June 2010 |
Location | Workshop |
Value | $2000 |
Champion | See Compendium of Champions |
Information:
Safety at a Glance
CNC machines don't care what they're cutting, whether it is steel, or human flesh for that matter...
Required:
- Safety Glasses
- Clamping devices (apply liberally; better to have more clamps at moderate pressure than few at great pressure, to avoid damaging the T-slot)
- an experienced machine operator (if this is not you, you must get someone to help you!)
Optional (but recommended):
- Face Shield
Not recommended (must have a reason why):
- Hearing Protection (The CNC machine isn't very loud, and you will be able to determine how well a particular job is running based on how the machine sounds)
Prohibited:
- Gloves (NEVER use gloves near rotating machinery!)
- Unclamped Material (can be thrown off the machine!)
Safe Operation Details
TODO
Notes for later:
- Machine zero, work zero and G28: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J3gN5wqz2FE
4 Axis TB6560 Controller board
- We have collets for 3mm, 4mm, 6mm and 1/8”, 3/16”, 1/4“ shank end mills.
- The upper e-stop button should work, but verify that it stops the mill before you begin any real operation.
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