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by JAtchley
Tue May 10, 2022 10:52 am
Forum: CNC Machine Retrofits
Topic: 6' x 20' Vicon CNC Retrofit
Replies: 9
Views: 13344

Re: 6' x 20' Vicon CNC Retrofit

Testing the fire later today, but I almost have the motors calibrated

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DZCoH3p ... JustPlasma
by JAtchley
Tue Apr 26, 2022 4:18 am
Forum: CNC Machine Retrofits
Topic: Plasma Torch Height Control (THC)
Replies: 0
Views: 20273

Plasma Torch Height Control (THC)

I am trying to think of ways to integrate THC with the plasma table and the Buildbotics controller. Came across this just a few minutes ago. I briefly read into it, but the height it determined by the voltage.... https://www.vitalsystem.com/portal/cnc/motion/plasma.php?gclid=CjwKCAjwsJ6TBhAIEiwAfl4T...
by JAtchley
Thu Apr 21, 2022 4:03 pm
Forum: CNC Machine Retrofits
Topic: 6' x 20' Vicon CNC Retrofit
Replies: 9
Views: 13344

Re: 6' x 20' Vicon CNC Retrofit

It was not having S10000 in the code...
by JAtchley
Thu Apr 21, 2022 5:49 am
Forum: CNC Machine Retrofits
Topic: 6' x 20' Vicon CNC Retrofit
Replies: 9
Views: 13344

Re: 6' x 20' Vicon CNC Retrofit

Last night, I had it dry running a cut, and it was running through the relay as it should. It would close the relay when it was cutting and then turn off to move the next cut and fire again. I tested the exact same thing this morning, and nothing LOL The only thing I can think of is I fried the rela...
by JAtchley
Wed Apr 20, 2022 5:26 pm
Forum: CNC Machine Retrofits
Topic: 6' x 20' Vicon CNC Retrofit
Replies: 9
Views: 13344

Re: 6' x 20' Vicon CNC Retrofit

Will this relate to my setup? Here's how to use pin 15 to control the high power load outputs. This method will work for either or both. 1. On the tool page, select PWM spindle, set 'tool-enable-mode' to 'lo-hi', and save your work. 2. On the I/O page, change the load output that you want to use to ...
by JAtchley
Wed Apr 20, 2022 2:05 pm
Forum: CNC Machine Retrofits
Topic: 6' x 20' Vicon CNC Retrofit
Replies: 9
Views: 13344

Re: 6' x 20' Vicon CNC Retrofit

What would be the proper tool-type and pins for a plasma setup to fire the torch?
by JAtchley
Sat Apr 16, 2022 5:04 pm
Forum: CNC Machine Retrofits
Topic: 6' x 20' Vicon CNC Retrofit
Replies: 9
Views: 13344

Re: 6' x 20' Vicon CNC Retrofit

Short video with the controller running the gantry. Hopefully, I will have the torch connected next week.

https://youtu.be/cumIMRyPixw
by JAtchley
Thu Apr 14, 2022 5:06 am
Forum: CNC Machine Retrofits
Topic: 6' x 20' Vicon CNC Retrofit
Replies: 9
Views: 13344

Re: 6' x 20' Vicon CNC Retrofit

One thing I am noticing while waiting for other parts to ship. The existing stepper motors show 3.48v, and unless I am misreading something, the controller sends 5v. Should I order parts to step down the voltages? Sorry, some of the questions may be dumb; I am learning as I go with the retrofit.
by JAtchley
Wed Mar 02, 2022 6:23 am
Forum: CNC Machine Retrofits
Topic: 6' x 20' Vicon CNC Retrofit
Replies: 9
Views: 13344

6' x 20' Vicon CNC Retrofit

I thought starting this topic would help me and others with Vicon Retrofits. I came across several different threads across the web, but not many, if any, solutions. It has been a struggle to get to this point. I came across Buildbotics about a month ago, did some research, and finally ordered a con...