Recent content by servo_Ian

Got the z axis limit switches all installed and configured in Mach4, very pleased with that. Now to investigate the VFD and/or start installing x limit switches plus a tool 1 proximity switch so I can home everything

A small update on the PC250 progress. I have mapped out 90% of the wiring with only one sensor to find. I have the stepper motors all working under the CSMIO/IP-S and all the relevant sensors connected. Only one needed replacement so far which was nice. Some stuff will need rethinking completely...

Hi all A little update to say very little. On my PC250 progress story, well, it has actually been mostly VMC300 as it happens. The VMC300 is now up and running under an Ethernet Smoothstepper and Mach4. I learnt a lot whilst doing this and am happy with the results. I am still working on some...

Hi I have the 3hp vfd version pc250. I have stripped out the servo controllers and two of the three steppers. I think that the new servos will fit OK however I have to make some brackets to mount them. A little financial cramp meant I couldn't justify outsourcing it whilst I had a vmc300 in the...

Hi Just joined as I have bought a Boxford 250PC without a computer. It is my intention to convert it to Mach3 over the coming months. I am nearing completion of a similar project where I have completed the conversion or an old Clarke mill to Mach3. My first question as I have not collected the...