Intro

I picked up this Intelitek Expert Mill VMC-0600 with 4 axes, automatic tool changer, pneumatically actuated collet chuck, mister, touch probing, tool probing, mix and max limit switches on x, y, and z axes… and it runs a Beaglebones based Acorn board and CNC12 control software.

I have experience with 3 axis gantry lasers, 3D printers, Vinyl Cutters, Inkjet & Laser printers, etc… but i’m 3 days into machining, so cut me some slack LOL. Also please point out anything I messed up, missed, or could improve on. I appreciate all feedback.  I’ll update this post as I move along.

Auto Tool Changer & Auto Probing Overview

Using The Touch Probe To Index A Wax Block

I realize after more digging that I can probe material all sorts of ways and possibly even create profiles/ digitize parts, at least to some degree without buying additional tiers/licenses. I will be doing a full X/Y/Z probing on the block next.

I found a video that helped me immensely.

I am going to watch it 2 more times, double-check my soft travel limits and probe calibration, then I’ll spin it up and try not to crash it.

Here is the video that gave me lots of clarity:

It’s WD-40

I know of other/better coolants/lubricants… and I know about fire risks and all that, but I plan to run wd-40 in my mister for some things. I’ve been asked about it (the contents of that bottle) a few times, so i’ve labeled the container ‘accordingly’ for clarification…

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