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Haas VF-1 1994 Retrofit Allin1DC - Progress update

Posted: Thu Feb 11, 2021 5:35 pm
by manni
Hi,

This post is dedicated to my progress so all my updates will be here as I have another post with question where I get stuck. ;) .

Re: Haas VF-1 1994 Retrofit Allin1DC - Progress update

Posted: Thu Feb 11, 2021 5:36 pm
by manni
Got the front control display back from laser cutting and did a test fit of monitor and keyboard before sending it off to powder coating.
will have more update on progress by this weekend.

Re: Haas VF-1 1994 Retrofit Allin1DC - Progress update

Posted: Thu Feb 11, 2021 5:42 pm
by manni
Removed old components and labelled the wires. plan is once the display unit comes back from powder coating will start off with Computer unit & Software then all servo motors test before connecting them to Allin1DC.

Re: Haas VF-1 1994 Retrofit Allin1DC - Progress update

Posted: Fri Feb 12, 2021 1:10 pm
by martyscncgarage
Plow on!

Re: Haas VF-1 1994 Retrofit Allin1DC - Progress update

Posted: Fri Feb 19, 2021 3:27 pm
by manni
Hi,

My this week progress. didn't get much time on this, finally at the stage of power up. Still have few more checks.
will take more image of last 2 days work over the weekend.

The estop turned out too small so I have swapped it to the normal size.
Tried my best to keep wiring tidy as best as I can.

any mistakes you guys spot let me know.

Thanks
Manni

Re: Haas VF-1 1994 Retrofit Allin1DC - Progress update

Posted: Tue Mar 30, 2021 4:03 pm
by manni
Quick Update,
Will upload a better video soon.

Couldn't wait to cut some chips, 1st video without fine DRO adjustments 2nd video after tuning the motors and shows high range to low range gear change before performing ATC orientation.

last few weeks I have learnt a lot, how to edit PLC programme and making macro files. its was intimidating at 1st then after researching and watch Centroid YouTube channel it all made sense and you will be surprise how much information is available on this forum which you can use the use the basic and adjust to your requirements.
I had to create macro and logic for Gear change, Red/green beacon light, cycle start/ feed hold external buttons. Aux button for chip conveyor and Orient solenoid control macro.

will be busy next few weeks with other jobs but would like to fine tune the plc logic or macro's for a quicker gear change and speed up the tool change process.

Thank you all for the help you guys gave in my other posts.

1st video link:


2nd video:


Manni

Re: Haas VF-1 1994 Retrofit Allin1DC - Progress update

Posted: Tue Mar 30, 2021 5:23 pm
by martyscncgarage
Outstanding work Manni!
Marty

Re: Haas VF-1 1994 Retrofit Allin1DC - Progress update

Posted: Fri Apr 02, 2021 12:14 pm
by JasonPORC
This is so inspiring to see! I get my oak next week and get to start my build! This is just wonderful to see. Great work man!!!

Re: Haas VF-1 1994 Retrofit Allin1DC - Progress update

Posted: Fri Apr 02, 2021 12:50 pm
by manni
Thanks guys,
Good Luck! Jason with your build.

Re: Haas VF-1 1994 Retrofit Allin1DC - Progress update

Posted: Fri Apr 02, 2021 6:47 pm
by polaraligned
Good to see a successful retrofit. You just need to run double that feed rate, and that would be on the lower end for aluminum.