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Post by breslinmr on Oct 26, 2017 23:51:21 GMT
For some reason since I updated. It now wonโt let me convert to inches when I select inches it still converts it to mm ๐
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Post by jreimers on Oct 27, 2017 0:00:07 GMT
For some reason since I updated. It now wonโt let me convert to inches when I select inches it still converts it to mm ๐ iPhone or Android?
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Post by jreimers on Oct 27, 2017 0:03:28 GMT
Well crap... you are right. Let me get on that.
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Post by Derek the Admin on Oct 27, 2017 0:13:56 GMT
Thanks for the suggestions and reports on experiences. We very much appreciate it.
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Post by jreimers on Oct 27, 2017 0:27:24 GMT
Found the issue. Makes no sense why it was an issue but I fixed it anyways. Iโll release an update in the morning. Probably available tomorrow afternoon on the app stores.
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Post by breslinmr on Oct 27, 2017 3:53:00 GMT
Thanks just thought I would point it out. Excellent job by the way๐
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Post by jreimers on Oct 27, 2017 20:10:31 GMT
Version 1.0.5 was released on Google Play this morning. Should be released on iTunes this afternoon or in the morning. (Google play seems to be much quicker at processing) This fixes the broken inches and now links the machine choice to the Fine Tuning page.
Again, if you see something wrong, please let me know. If you have an idea of something that you would like to see included, let me know that too. I've toyed with the idea of a g code viewer, but do not think that it is practical on a smart phone.
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Post by Derek the Admin on Oct 28, 2017 0:44:24 GMT
That would be cool but I can imagine it being tough to implement on a phone.
Thanks a lot for the quick updates. I haven't forgotten about those other things we discussed. Fighting towards that.
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Post by breslinmr on Oct 28, 2017 6:40:41 GMT
Cool just updated thanks ๐
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Post by Mototech on Oct 29, 2017 13:56:24 GMT
Crap, I posted the wrong info...I noticed the steps per mm in the app for the carve king is 100. But it should be 200.
I originally posted 100 above but realized it should be 200 and edited my post. My bad for posting the wrong info.
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Post by Derek the Admin on Oct 29, 2017 15:13:50 GMT
Good catch Mototech!
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Post by aforww on Oct 30, 2017 13:10:11 GMT
I would like to see a chipload display. Most operations are chipload driven so I'd like to see the chip load for the given feed and speed being calculated.
Chipload = Feedrate / [RPM x number of flutes]
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Post by jreimers on Oct 30, 2017 15:28:11 GMT
Alex, do you want Chip Load per tooth or do ya want me to do that math too and give you the chip load for the endmill chosen?
Mototech, I fixed (again) the x and y steps on the fine tuning page.
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Post by aforww on Oct 30, 2017 15:47:19 GMT
The formula I gave you will give you chip load per tooth for whatever number of flutes the user enters. The sole purpose being, more advanced users could say " I want this particular chip load" and adjust their settings from the recommended as needed.
For Example, I select a .25 Inch, 3 flute mill. I'm running my machine at 24,000 RPM in aluminum on aggressive. The Calculator tells me my Speeds and feeds are 2438mm/m. 2438/(24,000x3)=.033 of chip load per tooth (CLPT). Which is .0012in That's a finishing pass load there, so I would want a higher chip load.
So there's a thought. Instead of calculating it automatically, would it be possible to just add the calculator to a tab? so basically I imagine it looking like:
_______Feed Rate / (________Spindle Speed x _________# of flutes) = _____________CLPT
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Post by Derek the Admin on Oct 30, 2017 17:09:57 GMT
I see what you are getting at, but I don't want to go there. There is a fixe chipload table table in the background that is referenced.
When Jody's program calculates things, CLPT is being pulled from the table for that material and cutter diameter and the feed rate is being generated from that and the user's RPM and flute count inputs. I gave Jody the chipload chart with intentional de-ratings from what you see in a lot of chipload charts. For instance, some charts recommend a .006 chipload for aluminum with a quarter inch end mill. You'll never realistically obtain that on existing MillRight or competitors machine. For instance, at the bottom RPM of 16k on the DWP611 with a 2 flute you need to feed 192 inches per minute (4876mm/min) to obtain a .006" chip load. Or, with a single flute you'd need to feed 2438mm/min. You'd have to cut REALLY shallow for the machines to handle that chip load in aluminum to the point that small variations in bed height would lead to excessive cutting forces on the machine.
Now, I know that's not exactly what you are getting at. I'm just addressing the de-rating. As to the calculator by itself: I'm opposed to making even a tab for manual calculation. I think it's useful to more advanced users, but I really would rather this just be a place for people to come get a baseline to work from. Two features that achieve similar things can be a little overwhelming to the new guy or gal that is already inundated with learning new CNC concepts. I'm open to debate on it, that's just the way I view it now.
Derek
EDIT: I would be okay displaying the chip load pulled from the program's table.
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