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Hello folks. For the last year or so I have been converting a Emco Compact 5 MK1 to run on Mach 3 Software. I basically removed all the original steppers and control boards and built up a new unit using a kit from 'CNC 4 U'. I know probably not the best quality stuff but for what I'm doing it...

Hello folks! I am planning on building a Vertical boiler steam locomotive in 5" gauge. I could do with some advice on the engine and boiler im planning on using. I have been looking at the GLR Kennions 4" diameter vertical boiler with a working pressure of 80psi and a Stuart score...

Hello, sorry im being a bit of a pain during this CNC conversion. But I am learning a lot. Especially on the wiring side of things. I hope this will be my final saga in the EMCO Conversion. I have the machines 2 axis moving fine now. All that remains is the Spindle control. I bought the C6...

Hello, Does anyone know where I can get a new toothed belt for the stepper motor drive on a compact 5. I have had a quick look on the internet but cant see much, though I don't really know what im looking for. How do I measure the belt? Cheers, Pete

Hello guys! I hope I'm allowed to post this on here. But its a little project I have been working on since last week. A 5" gauge Ruston and Hornsby 88Ds Locomotive. I have a few original works drawings, and it all seems to be coming along quite nicely. The current project is working out the...

Right after some consideration, I have decided that I am going to convert my EMCO Compact 5 to run from a computer using Mach3 or similar software. My issue is where do I start. I am planning on keeping the EMCO control box in one piece and removing it then manufacture a new box with all new...

Hello, Is this machine any good for turning mainly brass and mild steel. And can it be converted to run from a laptop? http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=190903191045&ssPageName=ADME:X:RTQ:GB:1123 Cheers, Pete

Hello, I am currently on with my CNC milling machine build. I am currently converting the mechanicals of the machine so they are up to scratch. I am not really an electrical minded person, but I can get by. But one question has been plaguing me, so hopefully someone here can help. Is it...

Hello folks! Well today I started my first ever CNC conversion on my SPG tools SPG9525. Only baby steps but its progress non the less. The machine has seen little use since I purchased it, due to the fact it has never been very good at being a milling machine. So a rebuild and conversion to...

Hello, I reacently posted about converting my mill to CNC control, I have now got that pretty much planned out. I am just wondering is converting a lathe any different as to parts required? Any advise on the subject would be much appreciated. Cheers, Pete

Hello, I reacently picked up a part built 3 1/2" Maisie on Ebay. I have been doing a bit of work on the boiler, plugging up and fitting the longitudinal stays. Anyway the time came to put some water in and test it. Well for a gamble off ebay it wasn't too bad generally. But there were a...

Hello, I have been working on a 3 1/2" maisie I picked up off Ebay for a good price.

Hello, I was advised by a few people that converting my mill from a geared drive to V belts might be a good change to do in the long term. Has anyone done this before? And if so any hints and tips? Cheers, Pete

Hello, As some may have seen in my previous post, I am planning to convert my mill to CNC control. My latest question is weather or not I need to convert to ball screws. There is quite a lot of play in the current screws and nuts, how will this effect the accuracy of cut? What ball...

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Hello, A few years ago I purchased a SPG tools milling machine (SPG9525). Since then it has been nothing but problems. Mainly with the quill. It has always sounded rough when running and caused a lot of chatter. A look into this showed that the spindle was running out by about 2 - 3 thou...