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'''Some things about it:''' | '''Some things about it:''' | ||
* http://www.busybeetools.com/products/knee-mill-with-stand-2hp-220v-craftex.html | * Model: [http://www.busybeetools.com/products/knee-mill-with-stand-2hp-220v-craftex.html Craftex CT054] | ||
* Similar to Grizzly G3102 - [[File:G3102_m.pdf|Manual]] | * [[:File:CT054.pdf|Busy Bee manual]] | ||
* Similar to Grizzly G3102 - [[:File:G3102_m.pdf|Manual]] | |||
* 2HP motor | * 2HP motor | ||
* R8 spindle accepts industry standard tool holders | * R8 spindle accepts industry standard tool holders | ||
* | * Speed is adjusted with belts: 240-2760 RPM | ||
* | * Longitudinal Table Travel (X-Axis): 15-5/8" | ||
* | * Cross Table Travel (Y-Axis): 6" | ||
* | * Vertical Table Travel (Z-Axis): 14" | ||
* Spindle travel (Z-Axis 2): 2-1/2" | |||
* Max Distance Spindle to Column (Y): 5-1/2" | |||
* Max Distance Spindle to Table (Z): 12-1/2" | |||
* Table size: 26-2/5" x 6-1/4" | |||
* T-Nut thread: 3/8-16 | |||
* Head Tilt: ±45° | |||
* Turret Swivel: ±45° | |||
* [[#Digital Readout|DRO]] on X, Y, and soon to be on Z (knee) | |||
* Currently no CNC or power feed functions but we're looking into adding this | |||
* A set of tools and accessories are available to use with the machine or you can bring your own | |||
* Video of the installation: https://youtu.be/tWJ8bkSZlN0 | |||
[[File:mill2.jpg]] | [[File:mill2.jpg]] | ||
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* Learn about feeds and speeds for the cutter diameter and material you are using. Too fast or slow RPM can damage cutters and make it harder to work. | * Learn about feeds and speeds for the cutter diameter and material you are using. Too fast or slow RPM can damage cutters and make it harder to work. | ||
* Learn about cutting direction (climb vs. conventional cutting) and use the correct feed direction. Climb cutting takes more effort on the handwheels! | * Learn about cutting direction (climb vs. conventional cutting) and use the correct feed direction. Climb cutting takes more effort on the handwheels! | ||
* ( | * There is a chart on the mill cart for calculating the maximum RPM for a given tool bit size and material. The chart was generated using [http://w1n9zr0.github.io/feeds-speeds/mill-chart.html this calculator] ([https://github.com/W1N9Zr0/feeds-speeds source code]). | ||
=== Tips and Advice === | === Tips and Advice === | ||
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* Take the cutter away from the material before turning off the motor. | * Take the cutter away from the material before turning off the motor. | ||
* Do not use oil on aluminum except for drilling or tapping. | * Do not use oil on aluminum except for drilling or tapping. | ||
=== Digital Readout === | |||
The mill is fitted with a [http://www.thedrostore.com/details-promo-3i.htm TDS-3i DRO]. | |||
[[File:DRO.jpg|400px]] | |||
* TODO: Scan the manual and upload it here, there doesn't appear to be a PDF version of it on the internet. | |||
=== Supplies === | === Supplies === | ||