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Nov 12 2017
MDC ECM96 Pick and Place Machine
Ever since we started designing PCB with KiCAD and receiving the underpopulated boards from OSHPark, we've always dreamed of acquiring a pick and place machine. However, . . . show details
Ever since we started using KiCAD to design PCB and receiving the underpopulated PCB from OSHPark, we've always dreamed of acquiring a pick and place machine. However, the cost of a new pick and place is prohibitively high. Once in a while, we'll see affordable used machines, but with questionable operational status, lack of included feeders, and unfamiliarity with pick machines in general, the risk was too great.
Finally we found a used machine made by MDC. The machine was made in 1996, but the previous owner was still operating it earlier this year and it comes withe manuals along with plenty of feeders.
A couple weeks later, the crate showed up. The crate was damaged in transit but the content looks okay. With the help from the former owners, we were able to get the machine up and running without too much trouble.
Jan 22 2016
Kaeser AirCenter SX5
Installation of a Kaeser AirCenter SX5. It's a 5hp rotary . . . show details
Installation of a Kaeser AirCenter SX5. It's a 5hp rotary screw compressor, with an integrated air dryer, and rated at 21 cfm. It's compact enough to fit into the electrical room, and fairly quiet at 64dBA.
Jul 06 2014
Haas ST-20SS
Haas ST-20SS CNC Lathe setup. . . . show details
Haas ST-20SS CNC Lathe setup.
| Haas ST-20SS CNC Lathe | |
| Chuck Size: | 8.3” |
| X Axis Travel: | 9.3” |
| X Axis Travel: | 21.0” |
| Spindle HP: | 30hp |
| Spindle RPM: | 5,000 |
| Max Torque: | 140ft-lb @ 1450rpm |
| Tool Stations: | 24 |
| Options: | |
| Automatic Tool Presetter | |
| Chip Conveyor | |
| Part Catcher | |
| Programmable Tailstock | |
| Made In USA | |
Aug 09 2013
ULS PLS4.75 Assembled
The new laser engraver is up and running.
Aug 01 2013
ULS PLS4.75 65W CO2 Laser Engraver
Various CO2 laser engravers were evaluated. Ultimately . . . show more
Various CO2 laser engravers were evaluated. Ultimately we feel the ULS system offers the best value, has the best local support, and is made in USA.
| Universal Laser System | |
| Platform: | PLS4.75 |
| Work Area: | 24" x 18" |
| Laser: | 60W CO2 |
| Options: | Cutting Table |
| Air Assist | |
| Made In USA | |
May 04 2012
Haas SR-100 Vacuum Table
A two way solenoid valve was installed to enable the control, through CNC Controller M-Code, of opening and closing the pneumatic 5C collect chuck. A roller lever switch, wired in parallel, was also added to the boot padel, to enable manual control.
Nov 12 2011
Miller Diversion180 Tig Welder
The Miller Diversion 180, an entry level (230V/120) budget TIG welder arrived today. A TIG welding car is being drawn using OpenSCAD.
Jun 20 2011
Haas SR-100 Vacuum Table
A 3 zone vacuum table was routed from MDF, sealed with multiple coats of polyacrylic, and plumbed to an Italian made Travaini TRVM40-200 oil ring vacuum pump, via 2" pvc piping.
Jun 13 2011
ULS M300 Laser Cartridge Replacement
After 8 years of use, the power output on the 35Watt CO2 laser cartridge on the ULS M300 laser engraver (Made in USA) started to fade within a couple minutes of vector cutting. ULS has a laser cartridge exchange program and the installation is a quick toolless 5 minute process.
Apr 21 2011
Haas SR-100 Router and Oneida V3000 Cyclone Dust Collector
A domestically manuifactured Onedia V-3000 dust collector was ordered and installed for the Haas SR-100 router.