Here is a list of all the postings Peter Goodchild has made in our forums. Click on a thread name to jump to the thread.
Thread: Chester 836 Milling Machine |
19/07/2023 08:13:23 |
Posted by fishy-steve on 21/03/2019 19:14:46:
Hi Colin, I use one in work. I'd say it's a bit light for Industrial use but a good machine for hobby use. It has had light use in the 5 years that we've had it from new. The one shot lube pump broke pretty early on. If you need more info just shout. Steve. Hi Steve, I'm considering getting a Chester 836, as your original post was dated March 2019. Can you give an update on the performance and your experience with the Chester 836? Thanks. Peter.
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Thread: Rotary Table And making A Radius. |
18/07/2023 13:12:38 |
Posted by Bob Unitt 1 on 18/07/2023 11:57:48:
Posted by Paul Lousick on 17/07/2023 11:52:23:
A CNC mill can machine a curve but it can also be done by calculating the x,y coordinates for the radius manually.(although very slow and time consuming). A variation on this I've used successfully is to draw a scaled-up version of the shape (not necessarily a simple curve) on graph-paper, then read off the X-Y co-ordinates direct from the graph-paper, allowing for the diameter of the cutting tool. Finish with a file. Edited By Bob Unitt 1 on 18/07/2023 11:58:23 Edited By Bob Unitt 1 on 18/07/2023 11:59:29 Thanks, As a newbie, only starting to learn about milling machines machining. I've been told learning to use a manual mill can be compared to going up a hill but CNC is like going up.... a mountain, have to learn the CNC language and the licence cost of the software is astronomical. Your approach sounds good, may well get back to you on this, when I'm a bit more advanced with things. I've been watching the Blondihack YouTubes on the basics of the lathe and mill, more geared ( no pun there ) to where I am now, also find very interesting and educational. Most of what the guys have said goes way over my head, at the moment, will need to research and read up a bit on things they have suggested. Cheers again Bob Regards, Peter.
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Thread: Milling - Squaring An Inside Radius Of A Corner |
17/07/2023 19:45:10 |
OK cheers. |
Thread: Rotary Table And making A Radius. |
17/07/2023 19:39:59 |
OK thanks for the input everyone. |
17/07/2023 11:11:18 |
Newbie question. I understand a rotary table is used to make an outside or inside radius on a part, what other ways could a radius be made? |
Thread: Milling - Squaring An Inside Radius Of A Corner |
17/07/2023 10:00:22 |
What would be the approaches to doing this? All I could find was stuff about a Bridgeport slotting, shaper attachment. Thanks. |
Thread: Bridgeport J Head Belt Drive Clones |
16/07/2023 19:39:38 |
OK thanks for the input people, appreciated. |
Thread: Hi From Peter |
16/07/2023 14:26:37 |
Have created an album, Peter Woodcarving. |
Thread: Bridgeport J Head Belt Drive Clones |
16/07/2023 12:23:30 |
Hi very new to machining, But have been watching some YouTubes on milling machines, joined a couple of other forums. Been finding out about edge finders, wigglers, center drills, just general stuff. I'm interested in making pedal steel guitar and the parts used in making them up. If one does a Google image search on pedal steel guitar undercarraige, you will see the parts used also have a look at the top of these guitars, the key head and neck would need to be milled. I was advised to think about getting a knee Bridgeport J Head belt fed milling machine and perhaps a rotary table.Have had a look around on and off Ebay for Bridgeports. As a newbie am reluctant to go the 2nd hand route and end up with a real lemon, that could involve expensive work to sort out. A new Chester 836 at £6000 is in my price range but reading this forum members views, consensus, seems the 836 is in the lightweight devision. I've had a look at Warco mills, seem more durable but more expensive. I was hoping that forum members could direct me to some Bridgeport clones that would be within my price range. Regards, Peter |
Thread: Hi From Peter |
16/07/2023 12:00:48 |
Hi All, My interests woodcarving, member of BWA British Woodcarvers Association for several years and couple of woodcarving schools. Into woodworking, have planes, surface planer, tablesaw all that kind of stuff. Am also musical, animal lover and support animal rescue groups. I m ust say you all are very knowledgeable folk, friendly and helpful, no clicky attitude |
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