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equipment:lms-cnc-mill [2014/05/09 21:38]
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-template ​     : templates:​equipment 
-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.