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General| Axis Configuration | 3-Axis (X, Y, Z) |
|---|---|
| Axis Control | Stepper motor control |
| Drive System | Ball screw or lead screw drives |
| Spindle Control | Variable speed spindle |
| Interface | USB |
Details copyright and trademark information regarding the manual and its content.
Outlines the limited warranty period, terms, and conditions for the Minitech CNC Mini-Mill.
Provides FCC compliance statement for the equipment, including guidelines to prevent interference.
Lists essential safety rules for operating the Mini-Mill, covering unattended operation, eye protection, and grounding.
Specifies the minimum hardware and software requirements for operating the Minitech CNC Mini-Mill.
Guides users on how to check the Minitech shipment contents against the provided ship list upon arrival.
Provides recommendations and procedures for securely mounting the Mini-Mill to a stable surface for optimal performance.
Explains how to connect the Mini-Mill to a PC using a USB cable and highlights safety precautions during connection.
Details the cable connections for USB interfacing, AC power, motors, and sensors to the CNC Stepper Motor Control Box.
Instructs on connecting stepper motor cables to the controller, emphasizing correct axis port matching.
Offers troubleshooting steps for common issues related to AC and DC power supply to the controller and motors.
Describes the three primary types of work the Mini-Mill can perform: milling, drilling, and boring.
Discusses considerations for the spindle motor, including overload potential and RPM-load relationships.
Details recommended end mills, shank sizes, and accessories for milling operations.
Explains methods for securing workpieces to the mill table using V-block clamps or a manual vise.
Provides guidelines for operating the Mini-Mill, emphasizing its light-duty nature and proper material handling.
Identifies and illustrates the key components and axes (X, Y, Z, A) of the Minitech CNC Mini-Mill 3.
Lists essential tools required for performing machine alignment procedures to achieve dimensional accuracy.
Describes the process for testing the flatness of the machine table using a dial test indicator.
Explains the six degrees of freedom (pitch, roll, yaw) relevant to machine alignment and the methods for adjusting them.
Details the process of making the spindle perpendicular to the table using a dial test indicator and adjustment screws.
Explains how to measure and assess run out on the rotary table and chuck setup using a dial test indicator.
Guides on aligning the A-axis parallel with the X-axis by adjusting pitch and yaw using the rotary table and indicator.
Provides steps to align the tailstock to the center of the rotary axis using the dial test indicator and adjusting screws.
Describes the procedure for setting machine home positions and tool probe locations for advanced operation.
Emphasizes the importance of maintaining a clean and obstruction-free work site for the Mini-Mill and computer.
Details areas on the Mini-Mill prone to debris buildup and methods for cleaning, including table removal.
Instructs users to periodically inspect stepper motor to lead screw couplers for looseness, which can cause movement errors.
Provides specific directions for lubricating the machine's rails, ball screws, and rotary axis using lithium grease and oil.
Outlines how to contact Minitech for service, including necessary information to provide and procedures for returning components.
Presents an exploded view illustrating the various components of the CNC Mini-Mill machine.
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