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The LongMill has been installed on the shelf in the "Large Projects" area, along side of the MiniCNC.== | The LongMill has been installed on the shelf in the "Large Projects" area, along side of the MiniCNC.== | ||
===Machine Overview=== | ===Machine Overview=== | ||
This is a | This is a SIENCI (pronounced "CNC") Labs LongMill ( See https://sienci.com/product/longmill/ ) with the short rails. The web page says it is 12"x12" but in fact it is more like 10"x13". | ||
The controller is an Arduino running GRBL. | The controller is an Arduino running GRBL. | ||
'''Bed size''': 250mm x 340mm (10"x 13") | '''Bed size''': 250mm x 340mm (10"x 13") | ||
'''Spindle''': Makita Trim Router Model RT0701C ( https://www.makitatools.com/products/details/RT0701C). The Makita Router has a 1/4" collet, and a 1/8" collet insert, | '''Spindle''': Makita Trim Router Model RT0701C ( https://www.makitatools.com/products/details/RT0701C). The Makita Router has a 1/4" collet, and a also a 1/8" collet insert. Manually controlled, this router has variable speed spindle from 10,000 to 30,000 RPM. It is manually controlled (Not controlled in software). There is a collection of bits in the red toolbox under the CNC. | ||
Currently, the Spindle power is not controlled by the CNC Controller and must be turned On/Off manually. This is on the list of improvements. | Currently, the Spindle power is not controlled by the CNC Controller and must be turned On/Off manually. This is on the list of improvements. | ||
'''Machine Control:''' GRBL on a SIENCI Milling Labs Controller. | '''Machine Control:''' GRBL on a SIENCI Milling Labs LONGBOARD Controller. | ||
'''User Interface:''' a RaspBerry PI is connected to the Controller via USB. It has Universal G-Code Sender (UGCS) as well as bCNC installed. | '''User Interface:''' a RaspBerry PI is connected to the Controller via USB. It has Universal G-Code Sender (UGCS) as well as bCNC installed. | ||
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There is also a touch plate to assist in getting precise Z (as well as X and Y) references for you particular material. | There is also a touch plate to assist in getting precise Z (as well as X and Y) references for you particular material. | ||
====Fusion 360 Notes and Tweaks==== | |||
The SIENCI LongMill is not currently listed in the machine library of Fusion 360. You can however import a definition using a file created by one of the members of a LongMill facebook page. | |||
Follow these instructions: | |||
*Download the file from the [https://www.facebook.com/groups/mill.one/permalink/1053271605144170/ LongMill and Mill One User Facebook Group] ( [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1yXLyauomSxSWQKmn3VWCcp_SljIMtC6D Longmill3030.cps] ) | |||
*Following the instructions to install this file from [https://knowledge.autodesk.com/support/fusion-360/learn-explore/caas/sfdcarticles/sfdcarticles/How-to-add-a-Post-Processor-to-your-Personal-Posts-in-Fusion-360.html AutoDesk] on how to import a CPS file | |||
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====Reference links==== | ====Reference links==== | ||