Re: [Emc-users] Machine For Conversion?

On 11/06/2019 12:32 PM, Todd Zuercher wrote: The seller who is the original owner says that the machine is tight and was in good operating condition when it was pulled from service 10 years ago. The machine was used primarily for mold making back in the day, so I'm pretty sure it has full 3

Re: [Emc-users] Machine For Conversion?

I may still have one #35 taper tool holder. May be NMTB style. I used to have two, managed to sell one. Like certain other oddballs that were rarely used, such as 4C, you'll pay a premium for tooling and variety will be poor. If you need larger than #30, go with #40. If you just can't pass up a

Re: [Emc-users] Machine For Conversion?

That is the plan. Todd Zuercher P. Graham Dunn Inc. 630 Henry Street  Dalton, Ohio 44618 Phone:  (330)828-2105ext. 2031 -Original Message- From: bari Sent: Wednesday, November 06, 2019 4:20 PM To: emc-users@lists.sourceforge.net Subject: Re: [Emc-users] Machine For Conversion? Being

Re: [Emc-users] Machine For Conversion?

Found more specs and a video: https://520machinerywest.com/2000-chevalier-2040-vmc-l-cnc-vertical-machining-center/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VM2QbeaJvU4 On 11/6/19 2:50 PM, Todd Zuercher wrote: > How about a Chevalier 2040 VMCL Vertical Machining Center with Anilam 6400 M > control. >

Re: [Emc-users] Machine For Conversion?

Here is one on ebay for caparison and specs https://www.ebay.com/c/1923037192  ~$10K On 11/6/19 2:03 PM, Marshland Engineering wrote: > That is a big machine and will cost a fortune in time to convert it over. If > you have done one before, fine. > > The main issue is, it is open. I have an open

Re: [Emc-users] Machine For Conversion?

Being so close and if it works (bring a big compressor to try it). I'd get it. It has linear way vs box and 6K rpm CAT40 spindle. On 11/6/19 2:50 PM, Todd Zuercher wrote: > How about a Chevalier 2040 VMCL Vertical Machining Center with Anilam 6400 M > control. > Found one just a few miles from

Re: [Emc-users] Machine For Conversion?

Retrofit and keep all the fanuc hardware/motors? Production shop or hobby? What's your tolerance for a working machine vs a project? Three Phase available? I think the hardware looks snazzy, I'd dubious about it actually being bt35, guessing more like a 40 taper. For myself I'd strip the

Re: [Emc-users] Machine For Conversion?

How about a Chevalier 2040 VMCL Vertical Machining Center with Anilam 6400 M control. Found one just a few miles from us. Probably go look at it. Add says it powers up but won't run because of no air. Very nice clean looking machine from the photos. Widow is liquidating her husband's shop

Re: [Emc-users] Machine For Conversion?

That is a big machine and will cost a fortune in time to convert it over. If you have done one before, fine. The main issue is, it is open. I have an open mill and it plays havoc with my health. I have now narrowed down my cough to when I'm running my mill with flood coolant. The 3 times the

Re: [Emc-users] Machine For Conversion?

Hi Stuart, The Matsuura MC-1000V5  Spindle Speed: 3,600 RPM Geared Head. Surprised me as well. Spindle Taper: BT45 They are beasts. I have a slightly smaller 710V that I use for just about anything. Wish it was closer but there are several smaller ones within an hours drive from me for cheap.

Re: [Emc-users] Machine For Conversion?

The Matsuura will cut anything. Probably not more than 2000 rpm. The Supermax should be an ok machine. The Haas will be fine for most things. If the box ways on the Matsuura look good then you can't beat it at that price. I don't know if the Supermax is box ways or linear guides. If it is box

Re: [Emc-users] Machine For Conversion?

Another option for low bucks and not too far: https://www.ebay.com/itm/1986-Matsuura-MC1000V5/264284983596  only $2500 or best and still works. “Machine is located in MD and is still under power for inspection. Machine has been in a family owned shop and has been treated well.” On 11/6/19 12:32

Re: [Emc-users] Machine For Conversion?

The seller who is the original owner says that the machine is tight and was in good operating condition when it was pulled from service 10 years ago. The machine was used primarily for mold making back in the day, so I'm pretty sure it has full 3 axis. The main decision maker is having cold

Re: [Emc-users] Machine For Conversion?

When we got our matsuura (bt35) we where told that too - that tooling would be expensive and hard to find. After keeping an eye on ebay we have all the tooling we would ever need. (and it was pretty inexpensive) On Wed, Nov 6, 2019 at 12:17 PM TERRY Christophersen wrote: > BT 35 holders are

Re: [Emc-users] Machine For Conversion?

BT 35 holders are more than 40taper. Just something to think about I have a Kitamura with 35 taper. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 6, 2019, at 11:40 AM, andy pugh wrote: > > On Wed, 6 Nov 2019 at 17:06, Todd Zuercher wrote: > >> How good of a candidate for conversion would an old YCI

Re: [Emc-users] Machine For Conversion?

On Wed, 6 Nov 2019 at 17:06, Todd Zuercher wrote: > How good of a candidate for conversion would an old YCI SuperMax 60A be. > We are considering buying this. > > https://akroncanton.craigslist.org/bfs/d/cnc-vertical-machining-center-supermax/7010042462.html I think it would depend on the

[Emc-users] Machine For Conversion?

How good of a candidate for conversion would an old YCI SuperMax 60A be. We are considering buying this. https://akroncanton.craigslist.org/bfs/d/cnc-vertical-machining-center-supermax/7010042462.html Todd Zuercher P. Graham Dunn Inc. 630 Henry Street Dalton,