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    I guess its time for me to start my own Home shop thread.

    Having my own shop has been my goal/dream just about ever since i got into the machining trade roughly 8 years ago. i've had my own business doing custom fabrication over a decade ago, so not new to running my own business. Last year i bought a house with 5 acres and a 30x40' barn on the...
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    is a tool like this possible to make?

    in reference to an earlier thread i made about having to make a back counterbore feature, wanted to see if there are any tool grinding experts on here that could tell me if this is doable or not. and would anyone be interested in making something like this? basically the red part's only...
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    advice on how to machine a back side counterbore.

    howdy fellas. got a job to do, 8 parts. each one has 2 'hinges' with each one having a counterbore on both sides. i can access one side, but back side is problematic. even if i got a 90* angle head, would have to be less than 1" diameter to clear the part. so this is the feature. the main bore...
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    selective moderation, AGAIN

    calling out @jaguar36 for his bullshit. in the russia thread, jim rozen made a reply (very off topic) that prompted responses that were deleted by jaguar, yet he wont delete jim's post because it was 'prior to his warning' wtf kinda bullshit is that? if you have an issue with off topic replies...
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    What's everyone's preferred method of verifying 5 axis kinematic rotation point?

    Our ibarmia has a cycle to probe the artifact and calculate the MRZP automatically, and i use it once a week or so. i was wondering how some of you guys verify the alignment? machine a bore from both sides in a square, measure the mismatch in the middle with an indicator? examples would be sweet...
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    mitsubishi DLC coated inserts for sale

    apologies if not allowed. i've got 4 packs of xdgx175008PDFR-GL LC15tf inserts. 3 packs are unopened. i used 5 out of one pack briefly, but they show no visible signs of wear. using the polished/non coated version of these now, have no use for them. shoot me an offer.
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    HSK63 shell mill holder 10" projection?

    i'm looking for a long holder for my shell mill with a 1" arbor. need around 10" projection. anyone know of a company that makes something like this? preliminary google search returned 6" as the longest.
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    machining wood/epoxy table top?

    hey guys, my neighbor made a walnut epoxy 'river' table and is asking me if i could cut it flat for him. i've never cut epoxy/wood combo, can i do it with normal aluminum tools? what kinda parameters would i need to use? can the epoxy melt?
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    Mitsubishi facemill cloudy finish in 6061.

    hoping to get some help/input. i have a 3" shoulder/facemill from mitsu, using their LC15TF diamond coating, .031" corner rad. spinning at 24k rpm (recommended by mitsu rep, have tried lower with same results) in HSK63 holder. taking .5mm material for finish pass. have tried feed rates from...
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    selective moderation/hypocrisy?

    so i got a PM that my reply to EmGo was against the rules, however his comment that uses essentially the same type of 'derogative' term for another group was left up? how the fuck are we supposed to respect the mods/admins when they do shit like this? this was done by @Admin5, and i've never...
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    yet another STUPID video from practical machinist youtube page

    i'll be honest, this triggers me... first off, how the fuck can you not program a roughing path that doesnt risk plowing the tool into the stock? you're an awful programmer if you cant do that. second, comparing time with a toolpath that spends at least a minute just cutting air before it even...
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    looking to get a 40mm bar knurled in Novi, MI/surrounding areas ASAP, paying well.

    hey all, if you, or anyone you know can knurl a 40mm bar of 1045 locally asap. have the bar, can deliver and pick up. its currently 1500mm long. knurling needs to be 460mm long centered on the completed bar length of 1016mm. send a PM with your info. mods, apologies if this is in the wrong...
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    Hamas strike on Israel.

    this is bound to come up sooner or later, and most likely will affect MFG here in the states as well. thoughts?
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    tramming mill with brake rotor (practical machinist advertising)

    https://fb.watch/n4brJF-uym/ y'all seen this shit? is it just me or have the practical machinist social media posts become awful and spammy? does the social media account have anything to do with the forum?
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    OT: home backup power generators

    Howdy fellas, so about 2 months ago i bought my first house, and its out in the country. well pump, septic etc, which is all new to me, lol. last night we had a pretty decent storm here i guess and a good chunk of detroit area is out of power. looking for recommendations for a backup generator...
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    removing gummed up aluminum from cutting tools

    i've heard of people using CLR to removed gummed up material. anyone ever done it? whats the general process like?
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    chip compactors/briquetting machines

    anyone use these? pros/cons? what are some good brands to look at?
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    Programmer/machinist needed, Novi, MI

    I'm looking for help in my R&D department. this is an incredible company to work for and a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to grow. Located in Novi, MI, i'll be needing help programming, setting up and running all kinds of parts, we primarily work with aluminum. Currently have 3 CNC...
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    drilling/gluing inserts into granite surface plate.

    howdy fellas, i'm needing to install some threaded inserts into our surface table. what do i need for this? special drill/cores? what glue/epoxy would be best for this? thanky'all
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    who was it that said fusion cant do tube machining?

    https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fp%2FCu467K9PRP8%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0L8h1AJxlAtOek4xuH6OHOF1GLPYOQ63HFC_Ab_SyqsZBbA9fyF8S92Pc&h=AT20wcevYVjVvpzt-bosH3q9B9nVPkOSMfCfzdjg-vEMvcvwO-P66mRvBtRua3rXnLVY1s9kXkFLLyKNJXH9AhR88W8KzpO0PiB_ZDwScnP0jafl-IBChWlIuVBpgf096k5zWSjD3k...

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