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by GranDan
Thu Nov 09, 2023 3:29 pm
Forum: Acorn CNC Plasma
Topic: Re Hypertherm Fine Cut torch consumables - FYI
Replies: 2
Views: 1251

Re Hypertherm Fine Cut torch consumables - FYI

Running a modified Hypertherm Powermax 30XP. (Which is not necessarily pertinent) I discovered it is important to have the correct target voltage in the material profile, even if you are using Smart Sense. I had incorrectly assumed the target voltage was ignored with Smart Sense active. Maybe so, bu...
by GranDan
Tue Nov 07, 2023 6:02 pm
Forum: Acorn CNC Plasma
Topic: M61 Torch Touch off and Pierce Cycle not working <resolved>
Replies: 7
Views: 1896

Re: M61 Torch Touch off and Pierce Cycle not working

You nailed it. Overlooked M65 in job file. Job ran as advertised!

Second, for future reference, the Report I tried to upload is the Zip just as generated from the controller. What size is it typically?

As always, you guys are much appreciated. Thanks
by GranDan
Mon Nov 06, 2023 6:06 pm
Forum: Acorn CNC Plasma
Topic: M61 Torch Touch off and Pierce Cycle not working <resolved>
Replies: 7
Views: 1896

Re: M61 Torch Touch off and Pierce Cycle not working

Hey Keith, Tried to attach report, and got error message: file to large. File is 15400 kb. Forgive me if I'm doing it wrong - I have built at least 5 machines with the Acorn controller - but I have had so few issues I'm still a rookie when it comes to this. Joey, the torch does not retract at all. I...
by GranDan
Sat Nov 04, 2023 6:49 pm
Forum: Acorn CNC Plasma
Topic: M61 Torch Touch off and Pierce Cycle not working <resolved>
Replies: 7
Views: 1896

M61 Torch Touch off and Pierce Cycle not working <resolved>

When the M61 macro gets to line 65 of auto_z_zero_macro.cnc sub program, the job stops and throws a 501 error message. However, at that point the torch has not retracted, and float switch is still triggered. "Torch Touch OFF" test works via VCP button. Baffled??
by GranDan
Tue Dec 15, 2020 7:15 pm
Forum: Centroid Acorn CNC Controller
Topic: Spindle gear change using state of single input
Replies: 1
Views: 1237

Re: Spindle gear change using state of single input

Solved: Created new input definition SpindleRangeSW assigned to Input 3 in this case. Commanded M41 and M43 based on state of Input 3 with IF THEN statements. Had to remove SpindleRangeLow from one line as it is no longer recognized as valid. The attached screen captures show this. I copied and comm...
by GranDan
Sun Dec 13, 2020 4:20 pm
Forum: Centroid Acorn CNC Controller
Topic: Spindle gear change using state of single input
Replies: 1
Views: 1237

Spindle gear change using state of single input

I want to tell acorn the spindle range, High or Low, using the state of a single input. High = Input Open Low = Input Closed
How can I map that and insure the Wizard can't overwrite it?
by GranDan
Fri Dec 11, 2020 6:31 pm
Forum: Centroid Acorn CNC Controller
Topic: Configuring Acorn for 0-5V spindle control
Replies: 5
Views: 2650

Re: Configuring Acorn for 0-5V spindle control

Thanks guys. PLC mod works perfectly
by GranDan
Fri Dec 11, 2020 2:01 pm
Forum: Centroid Acorn CNC Controller
Topic: Configuring Acorn for 0-5V spindle control
Replies: 5
Views: 2650

Configuring Acorn for 0-5V spindle control

I have drilled down in multiple posts to get clarity on configuring Acorn for 0-5V spindle control. It appears there are four possible solutions: 1) Throw away your 0-5V spindle drive and get a drive and motor that works on 0-10V (allow me a little humor here) = unacceptable 2) Install a KBSI-240D. ...
by GranDan
Tue Oct 23, 2018 12:20 pm
Forum: Centroid Acorn CNC Controller
Topic: CWP-4 Setup
Replies: 4
Views: 1933

Re: CWP-4 Setup

Thanks for your quick response guys. I must apologize for being a dufus in this case. I failed to "Write the new configuration" before exiting Wizard. :oops: All working as advertised.
by GranDan
Mon Oct 22, 2018 6:50 pm
Forum: Centroid Acorn CNC Controller
Topic: CWP-4 Setup
Replies: 4
Views: 1933

CWP-4 Setup

CWP-4 doesn't work. I have Acorn CNC12 v4.12+ Pro License. Wizard does not save "YES" selection for CWP-4