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by Nigelo
Fri Sep 08, 2023 12:42 pm
Forum: Centroid Acorn CNC Controller
Topic: We are working on Adding Rapid Override controls to the VCP
Replies: 34
Views: 20100

Re: We are working on Adding Rapid Override controls to the VCP

Sorry Ken but I just don't agree. Keith's solution above maintains the existing clean, look and feel of Centroid software and that's far more important to both existing and new Users alike. You cannot have a mismatch between controls on the same interface especially where real estate is at a premium...
by Nigelo
Wed Sep 06, 2023 1:33 pm
Forum: Centroid Acorn CNC Controller
Topic: acorn with an old shopbot
Replies: 113
Views: 9397

Re: acorn with an old shopbot

Sounds like you are using the default speeds. In v5.06 go into the Wizard Homing and Travel section where you specify homing speeds required for each individual axis
by Nigelo
Sun Sep 03, 2023 4:11 pm
Forum: Centroid Acorn CNC Controller
Topic: CNC 12 Lathe ARC and Cutter Comps Backwards
Replies: 4
Views: 467

Re: CNC 12 Lathe ARC and Cutter Comps Backwards

Suggest you post a current REPORT.ZIP and the Intercon file if that's what you are using.
by Nigelo
Fri Sep 01, 2023 11:12 am
Forum: Centroid Acorn CNC Controller
Topic: 4th Axis Auto-Pariring & the physcal Machine movement
Replies: 2
Views: 471

Re: 4th Axis Auto-Pariring & the physcal Machine movement

You've posted in the wrong Forum - this is for BETA software only.

Suggest you correctly repost in the Acorn forum
by Nigelo
Thu Aug 31, 2023 3:06 pm
Forum: Centroid Acorn CNC Controller
Topic: KP-3 and TT-4 best practices
Replies: 10
Views: 1753

Re: KP-3 and TT-4 best practices

If you wish to include Probing within your Gcode programs at each tool change, take a look at Swissi's ProbeApp on this forum which includes a modified M6 (mfunc06.mac) precisely for this purpose.
by Nigelo
Thu Aug 31, 2023 11:09 am
Forum: Centroid Acorn CNC Controller
Topic: Trying to troubleshoot some jerky motion in cuts
Replies: 30
Views: 2135

Re: Trying to troubleshoot some jerky motion in cuts

Unfortunately, I have no experience of your aXYZ machine but consult your OEM manual for servicing if available. Generally you need to carefully clean all ways, leadscrews, racks and sliding surfaces etc before applying lubricants and only where recommended, most importantly with the correct grade o...
by Nigelo
Thu Aug 31, 2023 7:51 am
Forum: Centroid Acorn CNC Controller
Topic: Trying to troubleshoot some jerky motion in cuts
Replies: 30
Views: 2135

Re: Trying to troubleshoot some jerky motion in cuts

Some general observations: - X and Y axes are set to slow jog faster than Fast jog which is the reverse of what you would normally set - X and Z axes are set to 3200 counts per rev but Y set to 1600. Is this what you intended for testing or an oversight? Either way, the Drives must always match Acor...
by Nigelo
Wed Aug 30, 2023 9:56 am
Forum: Centroid Acorn CNC Controller
Topic: Does Centroid have axis runout compensation?
Replies: 14
Views: 1003

Re: Does Centroid have axis runout compensation?

You really need to sort this mechanically asap.

In the meantime, review Coordinate System Rotation (CSR) in section 4 of the Mill manual which might be an easy way forward in the interim. However, you will need to set this for each WCS used
by Nigelo
Fri Aug 25, 2023 11:05 am
Forum: Centroid Acorn CNC Controller
Topic: No trail
Replies: 31
Views: 1586

Re: No trail

Just a cautionary word - If you use Centroid's Intercon you will need the actual, precise diameter of each tool to be entered in the Offset Library, at least when using it. I use Aspire as well as Intercon on both my Router and Mill and therefore ensure both sets of Aspire and Centroid tool librarie...