progress, except that the controller ends the program after the safety program sub routine.

Jeff, Someone decided to trouble shoot by hitting the old school equivelent of Format:C/ Could someone check something for me please? The problem may be in the parameter settings page I have... REVX=0 REVY=0 TVON=0 ISO=0 I/O=3 ABS=0 SEQ=0 PWE=0 REV4=0 TAPEF-0 PRGNO=0 SEQNO=0 these seem wrong for inch, absolute, DNC Thanks

So...somehow, someone completely wiped out every parameter in our controller. We had to manually enter all parameters to get a pulse again. That actually worked better than expected until now. Normal procedure for getting files DNC is to turn to EDIT and hit INPUT. THen the screen flashes FSK(I think) which indicates it's ready to recieve. The problem is it doesn't flash anything, therefore it is not in ready mode. Any idea of which parameters to tweak to address DNC? Thank you.

Toonz, We're a cabinet/millwork shop in DePere. I've seen some of Burger's work before and you guys have a great reputation. Nice work. We've done work for Carver and Cruisers over the years. I use MC occasionally for an old Heian, most of our work is done on a Weeke with CV, AC, and Woodwop. These guys are just lucky they don't make aircraft/shuttles/medical parts out of wood.

Thanks for the ideas. Good stuff as always. I should mention that we are a cabinet/fixture/wood shop. Cleaning is the first priority, but while the machine is running the safety mat does not allow getting close to the machine. I like the trade magazine idea. This wasn't a problem until the powers-that-be went against my judgement and moved our second machine 100 yards from our main machine. I loved the 1 guy 2 machines deal. 2 for the price of 1 if you ask me. Oh well. I will be looking for more ideas before I put some guidelines in B&W. Thanks much!

Hi, We are having a problem lately with machine operators pulling up a stool or playing solitare or pocket poker machines while the machine is running. We all know that keeping a close eye on the machine for 8 hours will drive you insane, but what is acceptable for the operators to pass time? Our operators are expected to check sizes, quality, quantity, etc. but what else? I need to put in writing, guidelines and expectations of operators conduct while the machine is running and I'd like some input with your policies or ideas. Thanks much!!! ScottyB

WOW, very nice stuff! I feel useless...I can make a 2x4 into a 1x2. That's about it compared to this stuff. Were these done on 3 axis or 5 axis machines????????

I get paid to make sawdust.

Wow, I haven't been on this forum for a while...you guys have softened up. It's been 3 minutes and no flames yet. Wait...I can see Rekd throwing his Cap'n Coke against the wall and sitting down to reply.

Mercedes vs. Chevette I'd like to say we're joking...but we're not. After using MC for many years I was asked to learn Bobcad for a contract job. I just couldn't do it. It was like being required to sit through 3rd grade math when you have a college degree.

I'm using HDPE for a spoil board. We sometime use UHMW, but the price has sky rocketed so I'd like to try .75" thick HDPE. I need to machine a .25"W x .15"D groove for vacuum and gasket. .25" Carbide cutter. UPshear? How can I minimize re-welding? Should I take the full .15 at a high feed? F? S? Thanks

I talked to Terry years ago, but Kip this time. We are trying to expand our routing capabilities. We bar code the parts now and management wants us to run ALL the parts and edge profiles at the machine. I agree with that but using barcodes sometimes makes the operator "blind" to what is going to happen with the part and that's what scares me. I figure, with the lazer, the operator would at least be able to see if the right part is on the machine. I'm trying to explain to everyone that 99% success rate isn't good enough. That last 1% WILL kill pods, bits, spindles, or worse, if the operator is only guessing at what the machine is going to do. Thanks for the replies. Is there any other products out the that would help us??

Anyone, especially wood guys, using Carter's Z-Lazer projector? Is there much to setup and calibration? The sales guy was hesitant about a demo, but that's the only way I'm gonna consider spending a chunk of change. ScottyB trying to save pods.

quote: If you make her cry, I will make YOU cry. NUFF SAID!! quote: and a goose down parka zipped up to her adam's apple. I prefer my women without Adam's apple...This rule must have been made in San Fran. Parenting 101: Are you a pot head Focher??? I laugh now, but I won't be laughing in 12 years.

Router v9 I have not tried the head set up...I should say I tried but was not successful...maybe I missed something. It's and ATC post...the only one I had. It seams like this should be easy...I've only worked with ATC's before.