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The mini-lathe is an example of a widely copied 7x12 lathe that has been manufactured in [http://www.mini-lathe.com/Mini_lathe/Versions/Versions_other_7x.htm several versions] | The mini-lathe is an example of a widely copied 7x12 lathe that has been manufactured in [http://www.mini-lathe.com/Mini_lathe/Versions/Versions_other_7x.htm several versions] | ||
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=== Status === | === Status === | ||
<code>?minilathe</code> Not working yet: | <code>?minilathe</code> Not working yet: Control board needs tuning | ||
=== Updates === | === Updates === | ||
==== Update 01/11/2012 ==== | |||
[[user:mentar|mentar]]: Almost working! The control board need tuning to make sure it supplies the right amount of current to the motor. Found the ACCEL pot placed in a position which the manual specifically says IT SHOULDN'T BE PLACED IN (at the minimum setting). My guess is someone "tweaked" the values, hence the problems. Will read through the manual fully and tune it, hopefully next week. | |||
==== Update 09/10/2012 ==== | ==== Update 09/10/2012 ==== | ||
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[[user:billy|Billy]] has offered to fit the brushes if someone orders the brushes. Expressed concern about the off-centering of the | [[user:billy|Billy]] has offered to fit the brushes if someone orders the brushes. Expressed concern about the off-centering of the | ||
armature, which will probably require the motor to be replaced in the future. | armature, which will probably require the motor to be replaced in the future. | ||
=== Resources === | |||
[http://www.kbelectronics.com/manuals/kbic_manual.pdf Control board manual and tuning instructions] | |||
[http://www.chesteruk.net/products/detail/2 Link to manufacturer's site] | |||
