V-Block Adaptor Plates
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 12 พ.ค. 2023
- One of my shop projects I wanted to tackle was to adapt my pair of large v-blocks onto the bed of the Flex cnc mill. While Steve from Milltronics was with me in the shop and training me I had him help me with this program and practice session. We used our Milltronics TRM 3016 to machine two steel adaptor plates that will allow quick and easy use of these v-blocks when needed for shaft and tube work. I have been continuing my learning of the Milltronics conversational programming that will be useful for one/two part jobs, short run production and any number of job shop projects. These adaptors came out great! I have really been enjoying learning this new to me way of machining! #abom79 #milltronics #toolroommill #cncmachining
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There's a cool moment at 30:17 where the vibration of the mill shakes the coolant line at something similar to the camera's frame rate, and the stream takes on weird zigzag shapes.
Your dad and grandpa would be so proud, keep at it Adam!
I'm very impressed. I have trained quite a few CNC machinists. Brought them over from manual mills. You are adapting a lot faster then most i have worked with.
Sometimes it's the teacher that sucks :P
No, he didn't show you how he got the first parts done. He's calling in and having someone walk him through it.
If you ain't learning something new everyday, you ain't living. I've never been a true fan of CnC but, it does have it's uses. Great video as always
From one old school (50+ years) to another, great job. You look much more comfortable running machine than before. You're learning fast.
Bravo! I enjoy seeing your progress. I remember decades ago I started work as an programmer/operator of a cnc laser cutter for tight tolerance electronic components - it took weeks to get used to it, using it every day. Best to do the parts for the other v-blocks right away, and cement your knowledge... Keep at it, you're doing great!
That was super satisfying to see those drop in. I enjoy seeing you learn new stuff, even though I really love the manual machining. You managed to make a guy who works in the woods enjoy watching machine work.
Sure is a big step into the future of machining Adam. I can tell you're very happy with your new CNC machine. I think one of the biggest advantages on a CNC machine is having the option to save the program for each job you do, so when you need it again, it's as simple as pressing the 'Select File & Run' Easy Peasy. It's really amazing to watch your work, and Big Thanks for sharing your videos with us subscribers. Cheers Blessing 💯👍. ps: As a power engineer, when computer automation came into the plant we could then see everything running on screen, pumps, temps, pressure, it was all dynamic graphics and almost like playing a video game 🤫. I did miss spending time in the mechanical room and actually hearing all the sounds, that's one thing the computer wasn't able to give me, for example a noisy bearing or a minor seal leak. We still did visual walkthroughs, but they were only a few minutes. No more clipboards writing down readings.
Glad to see that nice smile on your face when you operate those CNC Machines.
The real magic is that Renishaw Wireless Probe and tool setter. Back in 2007 I purchased a new HAAS TM1P and added the Renishaw Wireless Probe and tool setter at a cost of $5K. It was the best 5K I ever spent.
Listening to those with CNC machining knowledge as you have done will shorten your learning curve.
I wish you every success as you venture into the world of CNC.🙂
I prefer the manual machining. I like the set up, indicating, and the process of figuring out how to mount the part. This is what makes me think.
If you think CNC machinists arn't doing that, you havnt set foot in a modern machine shop. CNC builds ON manual, not take away from it.
Good to see the process of programming on the screen this time. CNC is boring without that.
I think it is excellent that you are learning the conversation on the machine first. Those that don't struggle. You really need the conversation, because a lot of Fusion type stuff is going to need some minor adjustment and it is much easier if you know how to do it at the machine. It's the same for robotics and other like automation. I also see you are learning to think more in spacial area instead of 2d drawings which I think greatly helps with automation processes. Keep up the good work!
Adam you have no problem fitting in the new world of machining, And yes I do enjoy your old school work. congrats sir
I miss the finish from the G&E shaper.
Sorry, he's trying to make money. I wonder why there's not a modern shop in the world with a shaper.
@@spikeypineapple552 yeah there is modern shops with shapers.. there's a massive machine shop in town and they have a clapped out old box ways shaper and the owner won't part with it, I know because I tried to buy it.. sometimes an old shaper is just the best tool for the job
@@spikeypineapple552 he doesn't need to produce parts to make money anymore, I'm sure he makes plenty off TH-cam alone
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Adam you make the right thing to learn CNC. It's never too late to combine old and new. Greetings from Germany.
Getting better each time I watch you on CNC machines. Great looking work.
Adam something I highly recommend while your learning your cnc's is writing everything down. I do most of the training of new guys we hire and the first thing I always do is give them a notebook to write everything down step by step that means every button press in order of operation that way they always have something to reference if they forget a step or something like that. It really helps them pick it up faster and cuts down on mistakes until they get the hang of it.
I wrote steps down and referred to them until my asshole Team Coordinator tore my
notepad out of my hands. He was big on remembering thru muscle memory, I eventually
quit working there.
Thanks Adam, for another entertaining, informative video. Your progress learning cnc machining is commendable.
Amazing machine. You’re so fortunate to have it.
You are getting more and more into it,Adam.Thank you.
Great to see your progress!!!!
Excelent ever, with cnc, conventional machines or with a file. Thank you Adam for share your knowledge
Excellent video Adam, I really enjoy learning this stuff with you.
I really enjoy your videos... Keep up the great work!
Admire your bravery in sharing your struggles with CNC - You're doing great! Keep going and keep sharing!
Very nice! Finish looks great!
Exciting stuff. Thanks for Tacking us through that.
On high speed camera it is interesting to see the harmonics proprogate back up the cooling liquid flow from the tool.
I saw that too. Really wild!
It will be the coolant nozzles vibrating that causes that.
As always really enjoy the video’s great job Adam.
I could watch this all day. 😀
Outstanding video!
I really enjoyed seeing what you did with the video interface and hope you keep showing it in the future videos.
As always, thank you for dropping another Machining Information-Bomb!
the finish on those plates looks so cool
The shop is evolving!
Nice job Adam, your getting it.
Great to see u use the milltronic machine
Very satisfying to see that great fit on those keyways.
Man them finishes are beautiful
You're getting better and better 😊
Excellent work keep it up
Because you can teach us indicates that you are making progress on learning. If you don't know it, you can't teach. Glad to see you enjoying yourself too. Keep 'em coming Adam.
Im glad to see how you find the edge with the miltronixs it's cool to see your progress man keep it up
Nice to see you using the equipment. Must admit, I am a bit jealous watching you learn with such nice equipment. Won't be long before you are as fluent in CNC as you were in manual machining. Thanks for sharing.
Good job, enjoyed Adam....
Yes that was really interesting awesome precision, thanks.
Nice work Adam!
Your doing a great job .
It’s pretty easy to see you’re excited! 😀
Those are nice Adam. Really nice setup for your V-blocks. Great additions to the Flex machine.
Thanks for sharing.
The experts in CNC don't know everything. The thing they do know is where to go to find the answers. Read the software documentation, you showed us a few videos ago digging through a catalog to find the right parts to fix a hydraulic cylinder. Software is the same. Mostly it is just figuring out what is available and searching for how to do it. I find all the CNC stuff fascinating.
Cool to see you putting the robot to work!
Nailed it Adam!
Just awesome!
Great to see the progress you're making Adam. I agree with the view that CAM can be really fast when you get comfortable with it, but getting up to speed via the conversational is a fine way to start.
good to see how you are geting on with the mechines
"Like it was made for it." Well, you did. Awesome. 😆
I SAID THE SAME THING 😅
Good stuff, Adam. Really enjoying watching your progress on this journey. Very cool stuff man. :)
Great Video....Thank You So Much......
Most excellent.
Good job Adam it will take time to get all in your memory
The secret to learning: Rinse and repeat. Keep up the project flow to the CNC machines.
I think the great thing about the conversational mode is being able to see the program that the controller writes. It's a great way to learn more G-Code programming. Especially when you see how it has optimized cuts. Won't always be perfect, but it's still a great learning tool because you can associate the code to what physically happens faster.
Theres no good way to learn g code programming, because g code programming is from the 90s.
thanks for showing some command inputs whew saved the thumbs up!!
I have many tools from my dad too and they carry skill,wisdom and talent with them. Hopefully i will be good enough to use them.
Eric
good job I'm happy to see you doing this. I know you know how to do it manually but programming a machine to do it is a whole other story
Adam another good idea to add to the plates. Tig weld two U bend handles to the short or long sides for easy handling. Espcially with the V- Blocks attached.💡👈🤔And having some Eye bolts that fit the hole threads on the top of the V-Blocks would be nice used with the crane. Sure those aren't light what so ever.
Hello From Azerbaijan! Good Work Adam thank you
WOW… that’s a HUGE STEP for Adam to use those massive fast spindle speeds and tool feeds.
It’s Not you Grandfather’s Bridgeport … that’s for sure.
It’s fun, at least for me…to watch the CNC go thru it’s paces
Adam, I really liked when you showed the screen for referencing with the probe, and also how you can modify a program. Please show as more of that, also the programming!
Also, for your learning: Repetition is one part, but also try to get an overview of all the screens and menus, and try to understand _why_ certain features are where they are.
Sweeeet that clicked in perfectly well done
Hey Adam, I have a suggestion for you, instead of having drilled holes on the fixture plate for the “T”nuts, suppose you make them slotted holes like the ears on the KURT vices so you could slide the bolt and “T”nut combo into place without having to thread down through the hole into the “T”nut.👍
That drill leaves a really great surface finish on those holes it looks like from here.
The CNC machine does exactly what the manual machines do. The trick is what is the CNC command that does the same thing as flip a lever, change the feed rate,, modify the feed stock. It's still metal being cut.
Yes but if you have to make 200 equal parts in one order or another 200 parts 2 years later, the CNC is going to be so much faster which is more revenue if the shop has the business.
You have two CNC machines now: You can have an infinite amount of spherical Nuts and Washers. 😎
Great work, nice to see the progress into the CNC world!
I love to see the oscillation of the coolant stream when the cuts are made
That was a pretty fun one…
That was cool. You could see the harmonic vibration in the coolant stream when endmill was running
Great vid, felt like I was in the machine.
I would like to see you make a SS cover for the flex jaw vice to keep it clean from chips while you use the other vise. Maybe make it fit with both so the non-use vise is protected from chips.
Like A Glove...
You are so cool 😎
120⁰ V-blocks are nice to have too!
I can watch CNC machines all day long, especialy with great commentary included
Dream Fixtures. 👍
A great way to learn the idiosyncrasies of the machine... 🙂
your the man...
Nice to see you getting more comfortable with the CNC machines. I get the sense that your initial trepidation is wearing off. I think a turning point will be when, on a new project, you turn toward the CNC machines first instead of the manual machines.
Yay Steve!
In OP1 you set the Z height to the top surface of the plate. In OP2 you did the same thing. This means the final plate thickness is dependent on the original thickness of the plate which is probably much different from plate to plate. In OP2 you should have measured the Z height to the finished surface of the plate, the bottom. Also clamping the plate in the jaws of the vice will distort the plate so that the finished surface will be shaped like a pringles chip after you let it out of the vice.
@@gags730 Most of what I know about machining I learned the hard way. I wouldn't call myself proficient because there is always learning to be done. CNC is not much different than manual machining only with trust in one's self. The operations are similar except that you have fully thought through each step and setup the machine do the work. That being said, the machine can do things that are not easily done manually. Learn something everyday and take pride in your work.
Was also wondering how this process makes sure the plates are the same thickness...
Good Stuff
As a senior analogue toolmaker, that was soooo exciting to watch - such accuracy and speed - pass the kleenex, it's like engineering porn to me!
It would be cool to see it being made on the manual mill. And compare the time for the CNC Keith programming and everything included) to the manual milling and a comparison of the tolerances
Thanks for the videos. Been following you channel for a while.
CNC videos seem far less interesting than those where you manually run the operations.
In the CNC videos, don’t get deep enough into the process, from blueprint to programing (why the choice of tools, speeds, order of operation, etc.) and would the choices be any different if you were doing all this manually?
Watching a machine run automated cuts (usually from afar for safety reasons) just doesn’t do it for me.
I appreciate that the CNC will make your shop far more productive, but the videos are more interesting when you talk about the metallurgy and machining principles behind the job.
Slick!!!
Looks good. This gave me ideas for my little hobby milling machine.
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One thing I'll say about the insert drill, you aren't feeding fast enough.
All that 'smoke' is very fine particulate that's just sorta chilling in the cut, getting minced & macerated. Not ideal.
its cast iron, you expecting chips? Also like, its an 18mm insert drill with no TSC.
Impressive work. Reminds me of the satisfaction with my first wood CNC machine project. Something I have never seen before is the flange nuts and washers. Sweet.
Also, I think I noticed with the graphics on your screen appears to graphically show material removal before the tool pass? That can really help you stop the machine before it crashes into something not intended. Thanks.
slick
Great work, there will be a moment when you just know what to do with CNC… you be able to do short runs with them or machine to order with preprogrammed custom jobs.. new line of business…