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- | picture : equipment:lmscncmill.jpg | ||
- | zone : Machine Shop | ||
- | name : CNC Mill | ||
- | manufacturer : Little Machine Shop | ||
- | model : LMS-3960 | ||
- | manual : equipment:3960_mini_mil_lusers_guide.pdf | ||
- | memberlevel : Full | ||
- | owner : Carl Raymond | ||
- | type : CNC Mill | ||
- | status_ : Operational | ||
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- | ===Description=== | ||
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- | This mill is a CNC conversion of Little Machine Shop's High Torque Mini Mill. It also has the high speed spindle upgrade installed, doubling the max spindle speed to 5000 RPM. | ||
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- | ===Specifications=== | ||
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- | ^ End Milling Capacity | 0.6" (16 mm) | | ||
- | ^ Face Milling Capacity | 1.2" (30 mm) | | ||
- | ^ Drilling Capacity | 0.5" (13 mm) | | ||
- | ^ Table Size | 18.1" x 4.7" (460 mm x 120 mm) | | ||
- | ^ X-Axis Travel | 11.8" (300 mm) | | ||
- | ^ Y-Axis Travel | 5.1" (130 mm) | | ||
- | ^ Z-Axis Travel | 9.8" (250 mm) | | ||
- | ^ Throat | 6.5" (165 mm) | | ||
- | ^ Head Tilt | None | | ||
- | ^ Spindle Taper | R8 | | ||
- | ^ Spindle Motor | 0.67 hp (500 Watts) | | ||
- | ^ Spindle Speed | 200 - 5000 RPM | | ||
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- | ===Safety Rules=== | ||
- | In addition to the [[zones:Shop Safety Rules| standard shop safety rules]] for the machine shop: | ||
- | * Do not make contact with the revolving cutter. | ||
- | * Place a wooden pad or suitable cover over the table surface to protect it from possible damage. | ||
- | * Use the buddy system when moving heavy attachments. | ||
- | * Do not attempt to tighten arbor nuts using machine power. | ||
- | * When installing or removing milling cutters, always hold them with a rag to prevent cutting your hands. | ||
- | * While setting up work, install the cutter last to avoid being cut. | ||
- | * Never adjust the workpiece or work mounting devices when the machine is operating | ||
- | * Chips should be removed from the workpiece with an appropriate rake and a brush. | ||
- | * Shut the machine off before making any adjustments or measurements. | ||
- | * When using cutting oil, prevent splashing by using appropriate splash guards. Cutting oil on the floor can cause a slippery condition that could result in operator injury. | ||
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- | ===Contacts for training== | ||
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- | For training contact [[user:carlraymond:start|Carl Raymond]] or [[user:wreality:start|Brian Adams]] | ||
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- | ===Safety Training=== | ||
- | Review the following: | ||
- | * Review of machine and shop safety rules. | ||
- | * Proper procedures for securing parts / stock. | ||
- | * Proper installation of cutting bits/tools. | ||
- | * Proper operation and control of machine. | ||
- | * Location, operation, and effect of all machine emergency stops. | ||
- | * Proper procedures for cleanup. | ||