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*** We currently have collets for 1/2, 1/4, 3/16 and 1/8" shank bits. | *** We currently have collets for 1/2, 1/4, 3/16 and 1/8" shank bits. | ||
*** Try to keep them clean and store them away from dust between uses. Dust between the gaps will produce runout. | *** Try to keep them clean and store them away from dust between uses. Dust between the gaps will produce runout. | ||
| + | **Bits | ||
| + | ***Use bits designed for the material you are cutting. Don't just steal a bits from the Bridgeport. They won't do a good job and will probably overheat. | ||
| + | ***For cutting out things, use the smallest appropriate bit. Using a 1/2" bit to cutout will just create a lot of mess. | ||
* ShopBot should not be used for... | * ShopBot should not be used for... | ||
Revision as of 13:13, 16 June 2014
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| File:No | |
| Owner/Loaner | PS:One |
|---|---|
| Serial Number | TBD. |
| Make/Model | Shopbot PRS |
| Arrival Date | 2014 |
| Usability | Not Yet |
| Contact | Elizabeth, Bart |
| Where | TBD |
| Authorization Needed | yes |
| Hackable | no |
| Estimated Value | $16000 |
| Host Area | {{{hostarea}}} |
Documentation
Certification Checklist
This is here as a checklist for proctors to follow when certifying people. It can also help remind you of things after you are certified. Just reading this does not certify you.
- How to get certified
- Safety
- Safety Glasses
- Hearing Protection
- What can go wrong (and what to do)
- Daily Maintenance
- Spindle bearing warm up.
- The "C5" warm up routine should be run on the first job of the day. It runs the spindle at 3 speeds for 3 minutes each to warm up the bearings. (When it doubt, warm it up)
- Spindle bearing warm up.
- Extended Maintenance
- Grease the racks
- Use Grease type: TBD
- Machine Control
- Turn on sequence
- Log into computer
- Turn on Shopbot big red and yellow twist switch
- Insert Key and turn to "engaged" position.
- The VDF should light up, the spindle fan should be on.
- Start "Shopbot 3" program.
- Jogging
- Keypad
- Arrow Keys + Page Up, Page Down(ctrl for fast jog)
- Turn on sequence
- CAM Software
- Running your Job
- Waste Board and clamping
- Collets, Bits, Feeds and Speeds
- Collets
- We currently have collets for 1/2, 1/4, 3/16 and 1/8" shank bits.
- Try to keep them clean and store them away from dust between uses. Dust between the gaps will produce runout.
- Bits
- Use bits designed for the material you are cutting. Don't just steal a bits from the Bridgeport. They won't do a good job and will probably overheat.
- For cutting out things, use the smallest appropriate bit. Using a 1/2" bit to cutout will just create a lot of mess.
- Collets
- ShopBot should not be used for...
- Metals other than aluminum
- Ripping lumber
- How to leave the machine (be excellent)
- Machine
- Turn off both switches
- Remove Key
- Remove bit and collet.
- Place both collet wrenches on top of electronics box
- Remove all clamps
- Smooth out wasteboard if you puckered it at all.
- Machine
- Post a picture please :-)
Authorized Users
| Qualified Member | Trained By |
|---|---|
| Elizabeth Koprucki | Danger Committee |
| Bart Dring | Danger Committee |
| Ryan Pierce | Danger Committee |
| Nathan Ellis | Danger Committee |