TR-110 5th axis, new to 5 axis, tips, advice? see sample
just picked up a auction TR-110 at auction (rolled the dice I hope it works!) anywhoo I got a job I need 5 axis positioning on and have no 5th experience/expectation or capability. how hard can i push...
View ArticleHaas Netshare will not allow file deletion from PC side
First Timer so be gentle Company I work for has a Haas VF4 circa 2005 and we are having issues deleting files off the server once they have been selected and then unselected by the Haas control. by...
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View ArticleNew Haas door safety
we have a new VF-4 and it drives me crazy that I can't run the spindle with the door open. Not looking to do this during production, but nice to be able to see the cutter make a chip when skimming soft...
View ArticleHaas VF5/VF9 TSC issues
Hello. We have a 2005 VF5 that is getting Precharge Failure alarm. I tried experimenting with the precharge regulator with no luck. I removed the regulator and went full line pressure and the TSC...
View ArticleHelp! Need maincon control software
Hey people of forum! Do someone have a mill software for a maincon control? Version 18.21C or even lower.
View ArticleHaas DT2 Cutting Capabilities
We are looking into adding 1-2 machines to the shop. These machines are going to be dedicated for machining 6061 aluminum. We will not use an end mill over 1/2in and no more than 5/8" in drill size. I...
View ArticleUnrecoverable error Haas vf7
Hey people! About a week ago I had a problem with the parameters (was factory reset) on my haas VF7, the machine has a bunch of alarms with spindle overload. I fixed it restoring my parameters from the...
View ArticleOrange Screen
Greetings I have an older VF0 that I bought from a trade school. Machine worked before purchasing, after getting it home and wired up the screen is solid orange. I switched monitors with the lathe I...
View ArticleNew machine lead time
I have heard anywhere from 7 to 30 weeks for a new machine of any type, What are the actual amounts of time from order to delivery right now?
View ArticleOlder Haas with vfd spindle drives any good
I have a year 2000 vf0e with brushless servos and the 15/20hp closed loop vector drive Im on the look out for another machine and have come across a 1996 vf2 that has the same brushless servos but the...
View ArticleHaas St20y c axis not engaging properly
our Haas St20y c axis not engaging properly, it tries to engage and is not seated property then a sudden loud clunk and it engages. because it isn't oriented properly it has damaged the c axis gear....
View ArticleHaas VM3 pre-NGC - random arc movements - corrupt files
2005 Haas VM3 I have done some searching on these forums with some hints but this is a little different. Run this program 6 seperate times, and with 4 different outcomes. Producues random arc movements...
View ArticleQuestion about adding a battery socket to my Cold-fire II board.
My 2007 SL10 has a Coldfire II board. (USB and 15 color LCD). It does not have a socketed battery, the battery is soldered to the board. This board also does NOT have the pins to connect an external...
View ArticleHaas TM-2, 2007 3/4 HP largest tap.... how big can I go
Hi guys, I have a TM-2, 7 1/2 HP and need to tap a few 3/4" - 10 TPI holes... As it is a single belt, VFD drive, at the lower RPM's there is no torque. What would be I wonder the biggest tap I could...
View ArticleHaas 2007 VF4 on its second gearbox in 3yrs, any suggestions
Hello all We have a Haas VF4 10K spindle with the 30hp direct drive. Haas replaced the gear box 3 yrs ago (turns out it was a bad shifting solenoid and they ate the cost). It went out again on Thursday...
View ArticleHaas VF7 spindle overload 200%
Hey people! Im in need of help with my VF7/50. Its 2011 machine, we just got it out of auction. After installation I turned on the machine and wanted to run a warm up program, As soon as spindle...
View Articleallowable drawbar runnout on top of spindle? spinde vibration and tsc issues
ive got my 2009 vf2 appart and put a dial indicator on the top of my drawbar and saw 0.007" axial runnout. i can force it around with heavy hand pressure by about 0.003" is this normal? what is...
View ArticleHaas Mini Mill will not boot
I have copied my post from the general cnc machine forum. I have a 2001 Haas Mini Mill, new to me, bought with startup issues. I have replaced the low voltage power supply with a Corsair 550w atx power...
View ArticleTechnical support at Haas
Ok it has been a few years since I called haas for technical support or programing issues. But the number I have no longer works and the system tries to forward me to the HFO. Has this been a thing for...
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