I don't have a need for one either! I'm hoping it will pay itself back to me! There is not a CNC Plasma cutter within 30 miles where I live.Quote:
Originally Posted by ncsugrad2006
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I don't have a need for one either! I'm hoping it will pay itself back to me! There is not a CNC Plasma cutter within 30 miles where I live.Quote:
Originally Posted by ncsugrad2006
Maybe once I have a little more room I will start seriously considering it. It would be fun to do and have for sure.Quote:
Originally Posted by SeanMurphy265
I strongly believe most Males are hard-wired to want more toys ... err ... I mean equipment. I consider myself extremely lucky that I never got hooked on stereo equipment and do not have an audiophile ear.Quote:
Originally Posted by ncsugrad2006
Same here. I have some friends who are and won't accept less. They've spent more on stereo equipment than I've spent on cars in the last few years.Quote:
Originally Posted by undercut
Seems like building one of these would be tough the first time but a lot easier the second. Or maybe that's just how I am
I hope I just spent my last bit of $$$ on my plasma table! I ordered my torch height control from Eagle Plasma on Ebay. The cost with shipping was $269.00. I felt this was the best way to go since I am using an Everlast Power Plasma 60C. I had a 40% off coupon left over from one of the contest so I ordered a PP60C that arrived last week. I just have to get some time to finish the gantry....
Here is the price list so far!
Plasmabot 4.0 kit with nut plates including shipping - $191.94
Probotix 4axis Monster CNC stepper motor kit including relay, 20' motor cables, factory wired, power supply, fan, and large enclosure with shipping $765.48
2x2 tubing $429.60
Concentric and Eccentric bushings from PBC linear -$45.65
Gear Rack, SS nuts and bolts, bronze bearing sleeves, double sided tape $191.09
I spent $30.00 on stainless fasteners some that I ordered wrong or did not need.
VBX sealed bearings $62.50
Z Axis $280.70
Torch Height Control $269.00
Total $2265.96
Everast PP60c with 40% off coupon $732.99
Total with plasma $2998.95
I don't expect any more significant cost a $100.00 max. About the only other expenses I have are limit switches (If I use them) and one small piece of gear rack. I'm happy with the amount I have spent, I just need to finish it!!!!! I will have a 5'x8' table that is heavy duty!
yes but look at all the fun building it your self . I am going a different way on my build. to save space just using 1 rail system and making the upper arm unlach so can fold against the wall it will bolt to the concrete floor for support . a rough drawing of how i want to do it Attachment 6816
It makes you wonder why some of these companies charge $7,000.00 for a 4'x4' table. Some of these CNC Plasma companies are ridiculous! The DIY market has lowered the prices in the last 6 months. I've looked at CNC tables over the last year and a half, but there is no way I could justify that kind of $$$ for one. I looked at the 2x2 torchmate growth series, but it was out of my price range and 2x2 was too small.
I guess one thing you'll need to be careful with is to ensure there absolutely isn't any play when the swing arm is locked and ready to cut.Quote:
Originally Posted by Rodsmachineshop
Sean, 5' x 8' is massive! (to me at least)
Attachment 6817would most likely have cinch bolt clamps to lock it in place since they don't give or move when tightened . yes 5 x 8 is a big table takes up a lot of room
I wondered the same Sean but they are charging not what it is worth but for what it can bring in for the owner ($). Many industries do that with equipment and parts. It will continue to happen till enough people QUIT paying so much. then they may get reasonable, but I doubt it. Everlast needs to make one available for $3500 to $4K complete or as a kit and then watch Torchmate (Lincoln) scramble to lower prices.Quote:
Originally Posted by SeanMurphy265
Thurmond
There are some good lower cost cnc plasma's on ebay. Matzcnc on ebay has a nice looking table, the table looks similar to some other companies; which makes me wonder if they are being imported. Precision Plasma's Iplasma table has a nice price. Eagle Plasma (lighter duty table) could have a 2x2 for $2,000 if you have a computer and plasma cutter already, and do not mind wiring up a controller yourself. ProTools has lowered their gantry significantly which makes me wonder how long they will be in this business.Quote:
Originally Posted by Tritium
Worked a little on my table yesterday and this morning. The arbor on my chop saw got jacked up so I can't cut my rails. Not much fab work left, but the most important part!
Get one of these!
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d2...5-25152459.jpg
Smoker that I need to finish!
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I will weld my corner tubes to this, just making sure it's square.
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These will go the front.
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I also re-checked the squareness again before tacking these on (corner to corner X)
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I took some time to check and see if the table was level. I laid my tube that will make up the Y axis across and checked it with a level.
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I wanted to clean up the look a little and also make sure the corner tubes would have plenty of support.
I cut 12 of these and cleaned them up for a good git.
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These are on the rear of the table and has the most overhang.
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View from the back.
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d2...5-26134146.jpg
View from the front.
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I'm getting close to finishing up the fabrication part of the table. I have to weld the up the brackets that will hold the gantry. I have to cut the rails for the X axis, mount the gear racks for X & Y axis tubes, and weld on the brackets that allow me to bolt the Y axis to the X axis carriages. After all this is finished I can move on to the electronics / computer / software phase.
But I want a Big GREEN one! ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by SeanMurphy265
Thurmond
hey see its getting rusty i use crankshaft grinding coolant to spray on metal will protect it from rusting and washes off with soap and water . i use a pump bug spayer to spray it , it mixes 20 to 1 so a gallon go along way http://www.cylinderheadsupply.com/cacrgrco1ga.html
My Torch Height Control arrived today from Eagle Plasma. It seems to be simple! We will see! It should work with any plasma cutter.
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d2...5-31193036.jpg
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These things are so cool.. keep it up with the pictures!
how much did they charge charge you . been looking at plasma tables think i will go the chain drive system when i do my table
That seems like the way to go. Works with everything and can work with pilot arc and high frequency or high voltage systems. All self contained and programmable.
I did a lot research and this seemed to be the best way to go since I am using a PP60C. The guy at Eagle Plasma said that it gets more accurate as you use it more. It develops algorithms and makes the adjustments needed.Quote:
Originally Posted by Rambozo
that's a good price . working on my tracer this weekend so can make my plates to ride on the beams for the cnc table . got some pics so can run some prints to trace from .Attachment 6934 look fairly easy to make all ready have all the bearings and bolts and spacers.. bought a 100 roller bearings that should be enough lol
I read your original email wrong, I thought you said you bought a 100 bearing roller. I didn't think you would have actually bought 100 units! LOLQuote:
Originally Posted by Rodsmachineshop
Attachment 6936Attachment 6935 bought 100 of these roller bearings . got a 100 for 55 dollars
Did a little machining today to make some eccentric bearing studs. Used on a CNC table for those who want to make their own.
Eccentrics instead of slots for the bearing adjustments.
Have fun
Tom
send me the ebay location were you got them
lol never thought of making some eccentric on my lathe . way to go cool
That is pretty cool. Great idea. Have you used eccentrics to make adjustments before? I'm curious how well they keep a set adjustment and whether they slip over time.
they hold very well as long as clocked the rite direction. as rite direction excentric has to be in the direction as tightening on the bolt so it don't un tighten
http://www.ebay.com/itm/120901764266...84.m1423.l2649
6001-2rs bearings
I finally started working on my gantry this morning! I have my 4 corner tubes and plates welded up; I also took some time to make sure everything is square.
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I'm not going to weld the plates to gantry rails; I'm going to drill holes and bolt them using flat head cap screws. I'm not sure that my carriages will fit on rails if I weld the plates on the rails. I also want to make sure I have adjustment built in for my X measurement. I have some welding to do, and I want to be able to square everything together when I'm finished.
That is a good idea to build in some adjustability. I expect just moving it can cause some slight twist. Is that your 140ST...it is small.
ken
Yep! Don't let the size fool ya!Quote:
Originally Posted by KSmith
Are you running the 140ST with 120V? Titan Witch said that max output was about 84amps with that input power. I have one of the harbor freight 80amp DC inverter (120volt only) welders, and know that it is a good performer within limits. I feel that 3/32 rod is a bit much for it, and use it when I can burn 1/16 or 5/64 rod, lighter materials. It is about the size of a lunchbox. Not sure if they even sell the same unit anymore at HF (edit: I looked and it is still sold). If using the 140ST with 220v with output of 140amps, it really must percolate.Quote:
Originally Posted by SeanMurphy265
ken
I run 3/32 rods 7018 & 7014 all the time on 110v. I sold that HF welder to get my Power Arc 140st, and I was amazed at the difference in power. It's good for smaller stuff on 110v, and I use it quite a bit for tacking and fitting things together. I use it more than any other welder I own. I do a little dc tigging wit it here and there as well. For the money you cannot beat it! It will jump up there and weld 1/8 7018 at 125-30 amps with no problems.
I can see it would be a great deal, with the 220v capability, lifttig torch and ability, carrying case, digital readout, extra power. Good for me to hear, that you can compare to your old HF 80amp too. For 130 bucks more than the HF welder, you are getting a huge increase in useability with the 140ST. A good value. If I needed it I would get one at the price, but wanting to move all the way up to the 200DX.Quote:
Originally Posted by SeanMurphy265
ken
Got some work done today, I'm nearing the end of the fabrication phase. I'll be glad to get to the electronics phase!
I decided it would be better to bolt the plates on instead of welding them. This will allow me to slide my carriages on and off without taking them apart on the rails.
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d2...6-23134818.jpg
I needed to make sure my rails are properly spaced and the gantry would slide without getting in a bind.
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I was going to drill and tap holes for set screws; needless to say that sucks! I'm going to use the double sided tape that was required. I may go back and add set screws and loctite.
http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d2...6-23155100.jpg
Double sided tape with rivet at each end should do the job,,,the next phase of aligning it all so it doesn't bind and has the proper gear mesh will need a dial guage for that,,,been there done that,,,lots of fun making it all run smooth...looking good Shaun..
Well... I thought I was finished spending money on this project....
I ordered a refurb XP desktop from Walmart.com for $136.96
I had to order one 5' gear rack (I mis-figured), 2 rolls of 3m double sided tape, socket head cap screws( for my floating X axis to bolt to my x carriage), some spacers 1/2", and a 10-32 self taping drill bit @ $122.08
Previous total $2,998.95
New Total.......$3,257.99
I probably will end up getting a monitor for $100.00, my hope is that everything else will be paid for by the table.
Hi Sean,
Any chance of Getting a Copy of your Plans?
Thanks in advance