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General Mach Discussion / Newbie converting Hardinge TFB to CNC - Questions about Mach 3, Motors, etc.
« on: May 02, 2006, 08:25:10 PM »
Hi All,
I've been exploring the CNC conversion world for several weeks and it seems that Mach 3 is the system of choice for many doing CNC conversions.
I'm planning on converting a 1970's vintage Hardinge TFB lathe to a CNC machine, and would like to get some input on what would make a good setup for this lathe.
It seems that Mach 3 is the easy decision, but what guidance do you all have for the other components...? It seems that Gecko is a popular product to use with Mach 3. Any thought's about that..? What about motors, ball screws, etc.
Has anyone ever put together a step by step guide to go about a project like this...?
I did have one specific question about if Mach 3 supports the use MPG's for the lathe's handwheels. Does anyone know if this option is available...?
Thanks in advance for your time!
Best Regards,
dwent
I've been exploring the CNC conversion world for several weeks and it seems that Mach 3 is the system of choice for many doing CNC conversions.
I'm planning on converting a 1970's vintage Hardinge TFB lathe to a CNC machine, and would like to get some input on what would make a good setup for this lathe.
It seems that Mach 3 is the easy decision, but what guidance do you all have for the other components...? It seems that Gecko is a popular product to use with Mach 3. Any thought's about that..? What about motors, ball screws, etc.
Has anyone ever put together a step by step guide to go about a project like this...?
I did have one specific question about if Mach 3 supports the use MPG's for the lathe's handwheels. Does anyone know if this option is available...?
Thanks in advance for your time!
Best Regards,
dwent