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machining carbon based composites
what's the difference between machining composites and metal. Some say CBN more like grinding fast speeds slow feeds. depth of cut? What' metal is the most similar
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On topic - Coolant
All: Who, if anyone is using or have experience with "Star Chem" coolants? I am using Starbrite 485, seems to be a decent coolant, however, I am having some issues. Any on-topic input is welcome. "D"
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More Ideas for you Kirk
Kirk, I haven't checked in here much lately, but I read your thread and request. A few thoughts from me on the subject... I think your plan looks pretty good, but....during those last 12 months of...
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Thread ring gage designtion
I am doing and inventory of our thread gages and have come across several odd gages. They have a -2 on the end of the size. For example: 1 1/8-12 NF-2. It's on the GO and the NO-GO ring. The pitch...
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Cam Complaint
Seems all systems gouge. It's how they handle the gouge that counts. Iv'e gotten some in NX, and its set to retract. Leaves stock. Now why cant you set it to connect the dots? Can any cam system do...
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Versa Cart Modifications Underway
Tool For Inserting Blind Threaded Inserts: Swivel Wheels Added To Versa Cart: Banquer San Diego, CA
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New Inspection Cart
to have cases made for the Starrett pink granite tri-square, the Indi-Square and the Starrett Digi-Chek. Lots of room underneath for storage. Now the surface plate is too small. ;>) Jon Banquer San...
 
Daewoo Puma lathe and Fanuc 18T thread start orientation
I need to cut an external thread (I'm using G76) but the thread has to start in the same place for every part. The thread start is in relation to a number of drilled features on the periphery and on...
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OT: Today's San Diego Padres Game
Sat in our company's super expensive suite. Eat shrimp, sampled the desert cart, etc.... all no charge. Had a lousy time. The Florida Marlins played much better and have far more talent. I'd rather...
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trumpf tc 300
Hello Does someone here has expirience with Trumpf tc 300? It is two in one plasma and punch press and I need help with plasma. Paul
 
Anyone have a Chevalier FM-3VS knee mill?
Spmeone gave me one and I need a shop manual. Anyone care to copy or scan theirs? I'd appreciate it greatly.
 
Setup Box
new box with a Durham rack and Durham boxs on top contains anything I need for setting a job up at my fingertips: Talon Grips, aluminum softjaws, Mitee-Bite's, dowel pins, strap clamps, aluminum...
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Aligning text with circle in Surfcam
I need to align text with a cirlce. How do I do this with Surfcam.
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cnc welding.... $2.50/pop !!
Awl -- Everyone should get a kick out of this. They ref the price near the bottom of the page. $2.50/weld, in production, no less! 1/8" tube, .022 wall !!! Holy shit.... advice from a very very good...
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recommend a PM (preventative maintenance) software system?
Can any of you recommend a PM (preventative maintenance) software system? I need to setup something for our medium size shop, and started to do a spreadsheet based system, but we have a lot of stuff...
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