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CamBam help (General usage) / Re: MOVE, PAUSE, WAIT for my input
« on: April 18, 2023, 01:03:22 am »
Drum roll, please. Ta-da!
Thanks. I see it now.
Thanks. I see it now.
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CamBam help (General usage) / Re: MOVE, PAUSE, WAIT for my input
« on: April 17, 2023, 23:19:06 pm »
I like jimmer's question as it seems like a useful thing to know and be able to do.
But, I don't see any "Custom MOP Footer" property in any MOP properties in CB1.0.
I see a "Custom File Footer" in the Machining Object but don't see how that apply to a specified MOP.
What am I missing?
But, I don't see any "Custom MOP Footer" property in any MOP properties in CB1.0.
I see a "Custom File Footer" in the Machining Object but don't see how that apply to a specified MOP.
What am I missing?
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CamBam help (General usage) / Re: Security Certificate has expired
« on: April 10, 2023, 19:46:29 pm »
The primary take-away in the hazards of interacting with an unsecure website beyond eavesdropping, identity and password theft is that the website itself can also easily be hacked when in this state, and if such occurs the site itself can be compromised in numerous ways that can subvert those who interact with it. These include redirection to a malicious website that is parading as something else and that well may mirror the appearance of the hacked site, drive-by downloads of malicious software performed without the users knowledge or consent, MITM or man in the middle attacks, identity theft.
Glad to hear you are well protected.
Glad to hear you are well protected.
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CamBam help (General usage) / Re: Security Certificate has expired
« on: April 09, 2023, 20:54:24 pm »
Encrypted communication between your computer(s) and any Internet connected server, web servers being the most common, is essential for protecting anything transmitted and received between these devices, such as passwords, credit card information, etc.
This is achieved thru the use of a security communication protocol known as SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) and requires the host server to have installed a date and time stamped SSL certificate that is responsible for creating strong, encryption of all data sent between a host (web) server and client (end-user) computer.
Without SSL encrypted communication, as mentioned, everything you type and send (transmit) to a web server is in clear, plain and easy to read text, and is easy for a bad player to eavesdrop on all data (text) transmitted and/or received by your computer.
Overriding secure communication of a web browser is never a good idea and is akin to leaving your wallet full of money and credit cards unguarded when you are out in public, well traffic areas.
This is achieved thru the use of a security communication protocol known as SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) and requires the host server to have installed a date and time stamped SSL certificate that is responsible for creating strong, encryption of all data sent between a host (web) server and client (end-user) computer.
Without SSL encrypted communication, as mentioned, everything you type and send (transmit) to a web server is in clear, plain and easy to read text, and is easy for a bad player to eavesdrop on all data (text) transmitted and/or received by your computer.
Overriding secure communication of a web browser is never a good idea and is akin to leaving your wallet full of money and credit cards unguarded when you are out in public, well traffic areas.
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CamBam help (General usage) / Re: CamBam runs real slow after a Windows update
« on: March 10, 2023, 05:14:36 am »
I can also confirm that what Lloyd is saying is a very common anomaly with Windows 10. His solution is commonly THE solution.
Boo Hiss Microsoft
Boo Hiss Microsoft
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Members Projects / Re: Andy talking about robots
« on: March 05, 2023, 19:39:50 pm »
I've installed F360's hobbyist, but never used it. I didn't know it could generate g-code (doah!)
What was your reference to buying a 2nd license? I didn't get that.
I hate subscription based software. "Seat warmers"? I've not heard that term in reference to software. (Its okay to use normal language.) ;-)
For the money, CB is quite a great value, but then I don't get into the CNC trenches as deeply as many of you do who make a living with it.
What was your reference to buying a 2nd license? I didn't get that.
I hate subscription based software. "Seat warmers"? I've not heard that term in reference to software. (Its okay to use normal language.) ;-)
For the money, CB is quite a great value, but then I don't get into the CNC trenches as deeply as many of you do who make a living with it.
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Members Projects / Re: Andy talking about robots
« on: March 04, 2023, 20:33:19 pm »
Thanks for sharing. So that's what Andy's been up to!
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CamBam help (General usage) / Re: Subfolders
« on: January 21, 2023, 22:39:12 pm »
Almost everyone "mill" their own subfolders on their computers.
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Members Projects / Re: Model of a shriner Go-kart
« on: December 23, 2022, 19:16:16 pm »
As always, utterly amazing workmanship!
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CamBam help (General usage) / Re: Machining Polycarbonate
« on: December 01, 2022, 01:06:44 am »
Interesting info Dave. I've cut aluminum, acrylic, polycarb, 3/4" plywood, 3" oak and never saw any significant change is router speed...using Mach 3 Mill. Nor have I seen any noise that affects anything in or around the PID, BOB, computer, computer display, etc.. I will watch the video with interest. You make some great precautionary points.
Update: I've watched the video and to be fair, his sensor painting and detector installation was kind of sloppy, and his router was a very old one with aging issues.
The Super-PID expects a Mach3 type of PWM signal (a true PWM) and uses it to control a Triac duty cycle for motor speed control.
Here is this PID's Version 2 instruction PDF.
Update: I've watched the video and to be fair, his sensor painting and detector installation was kind of sloppy, and his router was a very old one with aging issues.
The Super-PID expects a Mach3 type of PWM signal (a true PWM) and uses it to control a Triac duty cycle for motor speed control.
Here is this PID's Version 2 instruction PDF.
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CamBam help (General usage) / Re: Machining Polycarbonate
« on: November 30, 2022, 06:58:17 am »
Cool. So one pin will be used as an digital INPUT from the Super-PID optical speed sensor positioned over the end of the router's motor shaft. This signals one O/1 cycle per motor revolution. Another pin with be defined as a digital OUTPUT that connects to the Super-PID for ON/OFF control. Another pin will be defined as a PWM OUTPUT from your Arduino's control software that tells the Super-PID speed controller the router RPM defined by your G-Code.
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CamBam help (General usage) / Re: Machining Polycarbonate
« on: November 29, 2022, 23:23:48 pm »
Small world, eh? I'm also "airnocker" on the CNCZone and have numerous posts in that topic.
I've always used parallel port break-out board (CNC4PC) going back to when I was using Windows XP. I've been on Windows 7 Pro with my dedicated CNC PC for quite some time but still use a PC that has a parallel port. My DIY PID enclosure just sits below my machine. You probably don't need a cooling fan, just a good heatsink like mine. See photo.
I'd search the Super-PID post or the Internet in general for using the Gecko controller with the Super-PID. I just did and found this YT video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x75SQLxLNv4.
So look for info on the Gecko model you are using.
You should wind up with 4 cables entering/exiting your Super-PID enclosure:
1. AC Power IN
2. AC Power to your router
3. Speed sensor signals to/from router
4. PID control signals to your machine's controller pins. (I originally said Gecko controller pins, sorry)
Using the PID with CB is not different than using a spindle with speed control, the main setup will be with Mach3 or whatever machine control software you are using.
Best of luck.
I've always used parallel port break-out board (CNC4PC) going back to when I was using Windows XP. I've been on Windows 7 Pro with my dedicated CNC PC for quite some time but still use a PC that has a parallel port. My DIY PID enclosure just sits below my machine. You probably don't need a cooling fan, just a good heatsink like mine. See photo.
I'd search the Super-PID post or the Internet in general for using the Gecko controller with the Super-PID. I just did and found this YT video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x75SQLxLNv4.
So look for info on the Gecko model you are using.
You should wind up with 4 cables entering/exiting your Super-PID enclosure:
1. AC Power IN
2. AC Power to your router
3. Speed sensor signals to/from router
4. PID control signals to your machine's controller pins. (I originally said Gecko controller pins, sorry)
Using the PID with CB is not different than using a spindle with speed control, the main setup will be with Mach3 or whatever machine control software you are using.
Best of luck.
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CamBam help (General usage) / Re: Machining Polycarbonate
« on: November 29, 2022, 20:29:25 pm »
I just updated my previous post regarding the Super-PID info.
Here's a link to a wealth of information on the CNCZone forum concerning this, I'm a contributor as well:
https://www.cnczone.com/forums/diy-cnc-router-table-machines/112658-cnc-manufacturing-forum.html
Here's a link to a wealth of information on the CNCZone forum concerning this, I'm a contributor as well:
https://www.cnczone.com/forums/diy-cnc-router-table-machines/112658-cnc-manufacturing-forum.html
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CamBam help (General usage) / Re: Machining Polycarbonate
« on: November 29, 2022, 19:24:47 pm »
I have and have used this Super-PID since version 2 came out with CamBam and Mach3. It is an excellent product.
Used it for 9 years and never had a problem.
NOTE: most conventional routers (Porter Cable, Dewalt, etc.) can usually be modified to incorporate the Super-PID controller. If you want to see if your router can be converted for use with Super-PID, post the make and model of your router. I've posted step by step instructions on another CNC website on how I did the conversion on my Porter Cable 890 and can share with anyone interested.
Used it for 9 years and never had a problem.
NOTE: most conventional routers (Porter Cable, Dewalt, etc.) can usually be modified to incorporate the Super-PID controller. If you want to see if your router can be converted for use with Super-PID, post the make and model of your router. I've posted step by step instructions on another CNC website on how I did the conversion on my Porter Cable 890 and can share with anyone interested.
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CamBam help (General usage) / Re: Machining Polycarbonate
« on: November 28, 2022, 06:36:43 am »
Dave, there is a problem with the YouTube links you supplied.