Need Help!- PDS Columbo 90rv tool changer setup

[HomeMadeCnc]

Hello All,
I'm in the middle of building a 5x10 4 axis Mechmate. I have a PDS Columbo 90rv that will be installed. Does anyone have any experance in setting up the tool changer and the rack (or for that matter the spindle too!)? I'm about a month away from its setup so its time to start detailed planning for it. I'll post this at the Mach3 support site and the Mechmate site too.

Thanks for your time,
Tim

[bp092]

Sorry can't answer your question but how much did that spindle and VFD set you back? Looks nice.

[ger21]

There's a tutorial on doing a tool change macro here.
http://www.machsupport.com/videos/

[LazyMan]

HomeMadeCnc,

I remember when you started a thread about what spindle to buy. Looks like you went for a real beasty after all.

[HomeMadeCnc]

Hello All,
Thanks Gerry for the direction. Between all 3 forums there is alot of stuff to read. The cost. . . . . . .Well lets just say my hands trembled when I placed the order, or I could have bought a new Kia for the same price. I'll feel better when its working!

Tim

[HomeMadeCnc]

Got a little bit closer but ran out of primer. I'll start the gauntry this weekend.

Untill next time,
Tim

[LazyMan]

Looking good. keep us posted. Id love to see how that spindle performs on your machine too.