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Mach Discussion => General Mach Discussion => Topic started by: kolias on September 25, 2012, 02:46:34 PM
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There is a difference of 0.070” on the depth of cut from one end of the X travel to the other and I can’t figure out where the problem is
On the attached pic, points A,B, C are equal to the table top on both ends and the D (Z axis plate) is square to the table.
What I should check next?
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When actually cutting or when checking the table?
You need to have the table parallel to the X & Y axes full travel at all points on the table. So take accurate measurements
with an indicator locked onto the vertical support below point C and do the same for the other side and take a measurement
at each end and in the middle of the table, then mount the indicator in the middle of the brace along C. Resolve the points to a common high or low reference. Can't tell form the photos, but i would first want to know if the brace for the z axis is raising or lowering because of screw deflection.The table ideally should be flat and not bowed or twisted after it was mounted. If you had a nice long straight edge it would make things easier to do.
RICH
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Actually I started to do my 1st cut on a piece of MDF and noticed that the depth was not equal. Then I mount my indicator on the spindle and noticed the same.
I do have a straight edge and the table top is flat so the problem must be somewhere on the parts of the X axis. I doubt that there is screw deflection.
I will take measurements as you say RICH and hopefully I will find the error
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Sorry but my straight edge proved to be NOT so straight. Checking the table top with a new straight edge proved that the top is out the wack in numerous places.
So I removed the Aluminum top and installed a 5/8” thick MDF and now all is fine
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Nicolas,
To get the best level surface, don't forget to take a surface cut of the MDF table top.
Dave
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Good idea Dave,
I have a Taig spindel and the table top is about 27"x 41". What will be the best endmill to do this job?
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We would generally use the largest cutter we could rigidly swing to do a job like this, normally a single point fly cutter, but I don't know if you can hold one.
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Agreed with EJParrott, since you have the Taig spindle, I would personally get a 3/8" shank flycutter, and surface with that. Just take your time and don't try to take too much at once.
Dave
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I will get a 3/8" shank flycutter, thank you