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Title: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: budman68 on January 08, 2009, 03:44:55 PM
Ok, got the frame in the basic form. The frame sitting in front is the door and will sit inside (recessed) into the enclosure frame. I originally wanted to do a Piano hinge but not sure, I think I have another sleeker idea. I also had a good thought on using those little gas struts for supports on each side, much like you see used on truck cap doors or a car hatchback or trunk. I think that'll be a nice feature since I wanted the full frontal opening of the enclosure so I can get around comfortably in there. 

I'm going to hold off on making my coolant "tray" as I'm not positive how I'm doing it just yet (probably going with fiberglass cloth and epoxy), and  because I use this machine just about daily, I can't just leave it all disconnected until I figure out what I want to do. I went this long without it, I can make do until then. At least getting the enclosure wrapped around the Taig will help keep my little shop clean.

I spend too much time friggin sweeping up   >:D

Friggin chips get everywhere as you all know....  >:(

Some pics for you........



(http://i63.servimg.com/u/f63/13/33/68/88/enclfr11.jpg)

(http://i63.servimg.com/u/f63/13/33/68/88/enclfr12.jpg)
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: Hood on January 08, 2009, 04:38:28 PM
Looks good Dave, is that framing clip together stuff?
Hood
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: budman68 on January 08, 2009, 04:43:30 PM
Yes, it's the 80/20 quickframe but I always go overkill on things and will probably secure it with fasteners on each corner. Especially the door frame.  :P

Dave
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: Hood on January 08, 2009, 04:46:17 PM
Do you get a beer can holder that clips to that framing? ;D
Hood
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: budman68 on January 08, 2009, 05:03:59 PM
Do you get a beer can holder that clips to that framing? ;D
Hood

Sort of, it'll be a linear stepper unit that will travel out from behind it where there will be a small refrigerated unit to keep it cold while I'm not drinking it.

Here's a screenshot  :D

Dave
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: Sam on January 08, 2009, 05:08:35 PM
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little gas struts
"Gas springs" are the proper term. McMaster-Carr carries them and light duty ones are very cheap. Looks great so far, keep us posted on the progress!
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: BobsShop on January 08, 2009, 05:13:27 PM
For sometime now, I have been observing the commitment to excellence and detail exhibited on here.  You guys are amazing.  So, I thought I would show you how the rest of us (at least some of us) do things.  Trying to attach some pics of my Taig mill enclosure.  Not sure what will happen.  But here are the details.

The pan is an old photo developing tray that had been stored in the garage for - oh, about 10 years.  Drilled a 1/2 inch hole in the bottom to handle coolant return to a 5 gallon bucket containing a small pond pump.  The Taig was just a little too deep for the tray so I raised it above the lip on 2" nylon blocks.  Drilled through the blocks and workbench to make everything solid.  Product called Plumbers Goop works as a great sealent, no leaks.   Length wise, the tray works great.  the Table (including steppers) can move to either extreme without hitting either side.

The enclosure is 1/8" Plexiglas that has been screwed to the sides of the pan (Plumbers Goop again, no leaks).  Upper corners are held together with L-brackets.  Did not have room for either horizontally sliding or hinged doors so I extended the to about 3 feet with 1/4" aluminum channel.  I can raise the front cover straight up (its held up by small hooked springs, not fancy).  Actually, it works very well.  I can reach straight in and get to any part of the Taig or whatever part I am working on.

Not art, but very functional - and the price was right.

Bob @ BobsShop - Not associated with Plumbers Goop, Taig, or whatever company built the tray.
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: budman68 on January 08, 2009, 05:14:58 PM
You're absolutely correct, Sam, I had gas struts on the brains as a friend was just talking about those today.  :-[

Thanks for the McMaster tip. I love that place, it's like a crackhouse, er.....um, I mean candy store.....  :D

Dave
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: budman68 on January 08, 2009, 05:26:30 PM
Excellent, Bob, thanks for sharing.

My "plan" when I'm ready is to have another "layer" of 80/20 framing added to the bottom to act as the waterproof tray. That way I can work on it and still use the machine until it's ready.

Dave
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: Hood on January 08, 2009, 06:21:53 PM
Ha ha like the Beer Me button ;D
Hood
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: budman68 on January 08, 2009, 08:52:16 PM
That's why I put it there  8)

By the way, just a note, the lower front 2 30 degree connectors had to be made as they don't make those.

Dave
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: Hood on January 08, 2009, 09:04:21 PM
Bob
very functional, doesnt matter if its not the most beautiful in the world however I would say its not too bad :)



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By the way, just a note, the lower front 2 30 degree connectors had to be made as they don't make those
Dave
 Your just trying to justify all the time you spend playing with that mill ;D

Hood
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: budman68 on January 08, 2009, 09:12:40 PM
Actually I made them on the bridgeport at work. I wanted them quickly  ;)

Dave
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: Overloaded on January 09, 2009, 08:01:30 AM
Looks good Dave....very tidy.
RC
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: budman68 on January 09, 2009, 04:12:51 PM
thanks, RC   :)

Dave
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: RICH on January 09, 2009, 05:37:56 PM
Dave,
What are you going to do with all your extra time because you don't need to clean up?
Next you will have coolant to give it a bath.

He all kidding aside, look around the flea markets and yard sales see if you can find one of those circular
robotic vacuum cleaners. My friend bought and fixed one up and his basement floor is always clean.
It learns it's way around the shop, programs the cleaning,  and then parks itself in the charger.
hHe paid $20.00 and i am still looking for one. The dog would love it to!
RICH
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: budman68 on January 09, 2009, 08:13:45 PM
Rich, I would end up stepping on that damn thing and breaking my neck, I'm sure of it -  :D

Dave
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: N4NV on January 09, 2009, 09:35:51 PM
Do you get a beer can holder that clips to that framing? ;D
Hood

You don't need a beer can holder, you can just make one of these and keep it in a handy plance.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BNBIdVR95V0

Vince
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: budman68 on January 09, 2009, 10:54:46 PM
That'd be great if I could figure out a way to keep it from spilling my mugs..... :D

Dave
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: Tweakie.CNC on January 11, 2009, 11:13:06 AM
Hi Dave,

Could have saved you a lot of work if you lived in the UK. I've just taken my mini mill out of its enclosure which is now awaiting the scrap man.

Regards, Tweakie.
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: budman68 on January 11, 2009, 12:04:04 PM
That would be considered as Rich always says, that's "good junk" !  :D

Dave
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: RICH on January 11, 2009, 05:54:42 PM
"GOOD JUNK"
Ahh! Like music to a man with delusions of the future!
And if you save everything that's what your garage or shop can become "delusions". :)
RICH
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: budman68 on February 14, 2009, 05:20:47 PM
Ok, an update on the enclosure. I have it just about finished but there are quite a few things I still want/need to do yet.

- upper lighting

-cutting doors into the clear side walls for those longer jobs that I may have someday

- possible upper venting if need be

- Sealing for coolant

- Tool/wrench holders and such

I added an E-Stop to the left rear which is real close to my lathe. It'll be within arms reach just in case I hear anything "crunchy" going on in there lol!

I'm loving the full open front as I need to be able to "get around" in there for various things.

I also moved the spindle to the right rear which is a nice feature and moved the air pump for the nozzle into the cabinet below.

The gas lifts for the door are perfect and I have Mcmaster to thank for that as their directions for figuring what you need are excellent.

Here are a few pics for you:

(http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/users/24/98/80/album/encl10.jpg) (http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/gallery/Personal-album-of-fretsman/Daves-Enclosure-pic_20.htm)

(http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/users/24/98/80/album/encl110.jpg) (http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/gallery/Personal-album-of-fretsman/Daves-Enclosure-1-pic_21.htm)

(http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/users/24/98/80/album/encl210.jpg) (http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/gallery/Personal-album-of-fretsman/Daves-Enclosure-2-pic_22.htm)

(http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/users/24/98/80/album/encl310.jpg) (http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/gallery/Personal-album-of-fretsman/Daves-Enclosure-3-pic_23.htm)

(http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/users/24/98/80/album/encl410.jpg) (http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/gallery/Personal-album-of-fretsman/Daves-Enclosure-4-pic_24.htm)
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: Sam on February 14, 2009, 11:57:58 PM
looks nice Dave.
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: budman68 on February 15, 2009, 09:05:11 AM
Thanks, Sam-  :)

Dave
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: RICH on February 15, 2009, 02:47:43 PM
Realy a nice enclosure Dave.
RICH
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: Overloaded on February 15, 2009, 06:59:29 PM
Very, VERY NICE Dave.
WELL DONE INDEED !
RC
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: Tweakie.CNC on February 16, 2009, 02:57:09 AM
Certainly does look good.

A damn sight better than that old enclosure which I threw out. ;D

Tweakie.
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: budman68 on February 16, 2009, 04:46:38 AM
Thanks, fellas, still a lot of stuff to do to it yet but it sure makes work a lot cleaner around here  ;D

Dave
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: budman68 on February 22, 2009, 02:05:37 PM
Just an update for you. I rigged up the lighting and a hinged shuttle/pendant holder as well-

Dave

(http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/users/24/98/80/album/enclwl10.jpg) (http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/gallery/Personal-album-of-fretsman/enclwlights-pic_26.htm)

(http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/users/24/98/80/album/enclwl11.jpg) (http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/gallery/Personal-album-of-fretsman/enclwlights2-pic_27.htm)

(http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/users/24/98/80/album/enclwl12.jpg) (http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/gallery/Personal-album-of-fretsman/enclwlights3shu-pic_28.htm)

(http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/users/24/98/80/album/enclwl13.jpg) (http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/gallery/Personal-album-of-fretsman/enclwlights4-pic_29.htm)

(http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/users/24/98/80/album/shuttl10.jpg) (http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/gallery/Personal-album-of-fretsman/shuttleforward-pic_30.htm)

(http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/users/24/98/80/album/shuttl11.jpg) (http://taigownersclub.forumotion.net/gallery/Personal-album-of-fretsman/shuttleback-pic_31.htm)
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: Peter Zicha on February 23, 2009, 03:53:36 AM
Very nicely done Dave , how do you like the shuttle pro . I have a Jogdial I just ordered , kind of the same
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: budman68 on February 23, 2009, 06:32:28 AM
Thanks, Peter, the shuttle is fantastic, just wish it had even more buttons and macros available  :D

Not familiar with Jogdial, got a link?

Thanks,
Dave
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: Peter Zicha on February 23, 2009, 10:59:51 AM
David here is the jog dial below

http://www.stcloudrobotics.com/

But in the process of looking for it I ran into this cool unit that I think I will buy , way more functional

http://www.lowcostcncretrofits.com/jogremote.html
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: budman68 on February 23, 2009, 11:33:14 AM
Peter, don't bother going with the St Cloud jogwheel as that is really just a "labelled" Shuttle express which you can get cheaper on ebay or a regular retail place that carries them. The Shuttle Pro 2 is the same thing but has way more buttons and functionality and is cheap as well.

Shuttle express:

http://www.contourdesign.com/shuttlepro/shuttlexpress.htm

Shuttle Pro 2:

http://www.contourdesign.com/shuttlepro/

Dave
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: Peter Zicha on February 23, 2009, 12:36:51 PM
I wish I would have seen that lowcostcnc unit a few days ago , unfortunaitly I already ordered a Jog dial on thursday but I am going to flip it on ebay for whatever I can get , what do you think of the lowcostcnc unit.............. ???
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: budman68 on February 23, 2009, 02:19:28 PM
Which one?  ;)

Dave
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: Peter Zicha on February 23, 2009, 03:23:23 PM
This one for $359.00 clams
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: budman68 on February 23, 2009, 03:43:50 PM
It looks really nice but I have no experience with it.

It also looks very well built (and better be for that price) and some nice features like the joystick and the large e-stop.

If you do decide to get it, please give us a review!

Dave
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: Peter Zicha on February 23, 2009, 03:57:38 PM
Dave I am for sure buying it within the next few days and for sure will give a review
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: budman68 on February 23, 2009, 04:05:36 PM
Excellent, look forward to hearing about it!

Dave
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: Peter Zicha on February 23, 2009, 04:34:40 PM
Just ordered it , now to slide it under the wifes nose...............LOL  .Final cost $525.00 Canadain
Title: Re: Started my Taig enclosure......
Post by: budman68 on February 23, 2009, 04:39:45 PM
ouch.....  :D

Dave