PCNC1100

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Basic Information

  • The Tormach was donated by Autodesk
  • Tormach PCNC 1100 tech specs
  • Resolution: 1 tenth / 0.0001" / 2.54 micron / 1.26262e-8 furlongs
  • 1.5HP, 100 to 5140 RPM (two speeds, belt adjust)
  • Feed Rate: 110 IPM (X,Y) 90 IPM (Z)
  • Fixture plate: Grid of 3/8" x 16TPI threaded holes
    • TODO create 3D model
    • TODO buy holder clamp set

Tool Setter

  • TODO

Work Probe

  • TODO

4th Axis The Tormach has an 8" three-jaw chuck, normally mounted as an "A" (along "X") axis. It could also be rotated to be vertical for the "C" axis (along "Z").

  • TODO

Preventative Maintenance

  • Way oiler - pull out one full stroke before each use, and again every 30 minutes of runtime
  • Air oiler - check for oil (behind the machine)

CNC Controller

  • Uses PathPilot
  • TODO

Tool Holder

  • TTS - Tormach Tooling System


Material Table / Recommended Speeds and Feeds
Material + Tool SFM with Lubricant SFM with Flood Coolant
6061 Aluminum + 1/2" HSS endmill Cell 2 Cell 3
Row header A Cell B Cell C