Wow Mark - looks like you could build a Skyscraper with this machine. To cool.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Quite a step up. Being local to you I'd love to see it. DW
Wow, Mark, thanks for the detailed assembly process. Although I don't have an Avid CNC, I can certainly relate to the issue of running cables, as that's a universal pain in the neck. And especially so if you don't leave them open until the end! I am really looking forward to your future videos, and most especially those pertaining to setting up your vertical workspace, as that's something I'm planning to do with my Longmill MK1.
I feel a bit redeemed! I made the exact same mistake with my Z-sensor cable! Looks great, Mark! Can’t wait to see what you are doing with your spoilboard, and then with your vertical workspace!
Great video again Mark don t be so hard on yourself on camera angle You are really good. Can t wait to see your spoilled board set up. I made mine with place for rotary axes and on for vertical mount. I m sure you are going to find a way to impress us as always. Thanks again!
Thank you, Richard! I'm still working on camera mounting, but it's a bit crowded right now with the dust collector where it's sitting right now. Things will improve when that gets moved to the lean-to (when I get it built, that is...)
congrats for that machine Mark. If that machine were mine, i would instal that plug n play electronics boxes far from the machine to avois extra dust on it.
That's where dust collection comes in. My shop is so small, there really isn't a place I could put them that's far enough away to be of any use. I'll just blow them out once a month, and they should do fine.
Sorry for the confusion, Steve. I have downloaded and installed Mach4, and that's what I'll be using. I meant that I wasn't going to be doing a video on that part, because there are too many variables to make it educational for anybody that doesn't have the exact same machine and setup.
I wish that the Greenville Woodworkers Guild in South Carolina would buy one of the machines by Avid CNC. They are looking into buying another CNC router soon. Unfortunately I don't have any input on it.
Very interesting. Question.. I note the system uses belts to connect the gears. Are these prone to scratching and if so does that introduce errors? I ahve only used direct drives. Thanks, Doug
Those belts can stretch, yes. The tension can be further adjusted via that cam bolt I used for the initial tensioning. Having said that, they are considered a scheduled maintenance item, along with the large pinion gear they drive. I have an additional set, which are also available on Avid's website. The replacement interval is completely dependent on how much the machine is used, as well as how hard it's used.
Yes, I'm going to tram the spindle after I get the spoilboard made. I'll do a video on it, but I'll be using the same method I used in my last tramming video, when I moved the Gatton CNC into the new shop/shed.
Excellent video as always Mark. Looking at the 5x5 pro. This will be super helpful.
I sure hope Avid gave you this machine! What a great endorsement they are getting. I want one now…. And a workshed! Great vid Mark
Wow Mark - looks like you could build a Skyscraper with this machine. To cool.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Quite a step up. Being local to you I'd love to see it.
DW
What a beast! Looks like the assembly was enjoyable
Wow, Mark, thanks for the detailed assembly process. Although I don't have an Avid CNC, I can certainly relate to the issue of running cables, as that's a universal pain in the neck. And especially so if you don't leave them open until the end! I am really looking forward to your future videos, and most especially those pertaining to setting up your vertical workspace, as that's something I'm planning to do with my Longmill MK1.
I feel a bit redeemed! I made the exact same mistake with my Z-sensor cable!
Looks great, Mark! Can’t wait to see what you are doing with your spoilboard, and then with your vertical workspace!
I'm still trying to figure it out myself, Rick. I think I'm on to something, but I need to play with the design a bit more to be sure. Thanks!
Great video a lot of special information!
Great information Mark!!!! Can’t wait to see what you do with your Avid.
Great video again Mark don t be so hard on yourself on camera angle You are really good. Can t wait to see your spoilled board set up. I made mine with place for rotary axes and on for vertical mount. I m sure you are going to find a way to impress us as always. Thanks again!
Thank you, Richard! I'm still working on camera mounting, but it's a bit crowded right now with the dust collector where it's sitting right now. Things will improve when that gets moved to the lean-to (when I get it built, that is...)
congrats for that machine Mark. If that machine were mine, i would instal that plug n play electronics boxes far from the machine to avois extra dust on it.
That's where dust collection comes in. My shop is so small, there really isn't a place I could put them that's far enough away to be of any use. I'll just blow them out once a month, and they should do fine.
Very nice Mark. Good job
Great build!!
wow looking good
You said you weren't going to download/install Mach4 ....... What do you plan to use? Excellent videos for this assembly.
Sorry for the confusion, Steve. I have downloaded and installed Mach4, and that's what I'll be using. I meant that I wasn't going to be doing a video on that part, because there are too many variables to make it educational for anybody that doesn't have the exact same machine and setup.
@@MarkLindsayCNC Gotcha. That makes sense now.
I wish that the Greenville Woodworkers Guild in South Carolina would buy one of the machines by Avid CNC. They are looking into buying another CNC router soon. Unfortunately I don't have any input on it.
Very interesting. Question..
I note the system uses belts to connect the gears. Are these prone to scratching and if so does that introduce errors? I ahve only used direct drives. Thanks, Doug
Those belts can stretch, yes. The tension can be further adjusted via that cam bolt I used for the initial tensioning. Having said that, they are considered a scheduled maintenance item, along with the large pinion gear they drive. I have an additional set, which are also available on Avid's website. The replacement interval is completely dependent on how much the machine is used, as well as how hard it's used.
I would love to hear about what your first project is going to be
The first chips I make on this machine will be the spoilboard. I know - not exciting at all...
@@MarkLindsayCNC are you going to tram your spindle?
Personally I would love to see a detailed how too
Yes, I'm going to tram the spindle after I get the spoilboard made. I'll do a video on it, but I'll be using the same method I used in my last tramming video, when I moved the Gatton CNC into the new shop/shed.
What program will run this monster??
I'm using Avid's specialized version of Mach4.