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EDIT I am looking for a probe to set tools >> I went with a Drewtronic
Is it possible to advance the turret via the wmpg?

cncsnw wrote: ↑Wed Apr 10, 2024 1:25 am
That does not require the spindle encoder at all, but of course it will only orient in whatever position or positions the lockpin can engage in. Does it have more than one slot/hole in one turn of the spindle?

There are 4 slots

I would like to understand spindle orientation and how to achieve it. Is it based on a spindle encoder? I read that M19 is the code are there is a Pxx after to define the angle. I tried it and no go.
I'm assuming the orientation is to activate the spindle lock but are there other uses?

Try G01 F10 (modify to suit)

Lookin' good!!!

Know you got me wondering...I thought my encoders were near the motors...and they are but in line with the ball screws. Todays milestone was to program a part in Fusion and post it to the Hardinge. Like all first time adventures there were things that needed adjusting. The one big problem was with t...

Now I'm looking for a post processor to run with Fusion.

Don't get all excited 'cause I still have a lot of work to do
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YP4nLNWS2wU

First chips
https://photos.app.goo.gl/iMJmAbz8aPbuQDt37

Thanks to cncsnw for finding errors in the PLC that were waiting for something that would never happen

cncsnw wrote: ↑Sun Mar 31, 2024 10:59 pm
So, "waiting for memory #305" means CNC12 is waiting for the PLC program to report that it has finished rotating the turret to the requested tool position.

Need some more info. I seem to have everything working but...