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Machine overview

Specification Value
Bed size (X/Y) 48" x 48" (theoretical).
Usable size needs to be verified.
Height (Z) Needs to be tested and verified.
Spindle rating 2.2 kW
Max spindle speed 24,000 RPM
Max travel speed (non-cutting) Impossible to know, but would be good to publicly record a "known safe" travel speed for rapids to avoid mishaps due to assumptions.
Host software LinuxCNC 2.7.8 running on Debian 7.9
Electronic platforms For LinuxCNC workflow
MESA 5i25 + 7i76, with HobbyCNC Chopper Driver (rev1)
Stepper motors Bipolar NEMA 23s with 305 oz-in of torque
Dual Y axis motors Yes

Overview of wiki sections

Fundamentals

Section Topics covered
Electromechanical Specifications, wiring schemas, and mounting solutions for stepper motors and endstops.
Mechanical system Kinematics system, bearings, leadscrews, table, gantry and more.
Spindle, VFD, and coolant system Spindle specifications, VFD information, coolant pump, tubing, wiring, and more.
Future upgrades

Specific to LinuxCNC workflow

Section Topics covered
Electronics control system (LinuxCNC) Controller board, breakout board(s), and HobbyCNC stepper motor driver
Host machine (PC) Login information, PC hardware specifications, operating system and introduction to host software.
Mobile control station (LinuxCNC) Wooden box being built to securely house all of the "brains" (and some of the "guts") of the CNC, including the PC, driver boards, coolant pump (and reservoir).
Using LinuxCNC A guide to using the software loaded on the host machine PC that allows for direct operation of CNC machine.

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