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=== Current Status ===
It is not missing any screws or parts, all was in a plastic bag. I've put it together (again(?); it was completely taken apart)<br>
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The milling machine has been restored, and a new handwheel has been installed on the z-axis. The device is functional, though the y-axis and the z-axis are both hard to turn. The x-axis, by comparison, moves really easily. Note that the scale ring on the y-axis doesn't turn in tandem with the handwheel, so don't trust its readings.
However, the dial/knob of the X axis is missing/broken.<br>
 
We are unsure why the axis knobs, notably the Z axis, only turn with great difficulty. We don't feel that is easily solved, certainly not with lubricant; we did apply that.<br>
 
With the X axis not holding the drill in position, I've changed status to broken, because it is not really functional right now. <br><br>
 
  
To do:<br>
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=== To do ===
Print or lasercut a knob for X axis, or make a less eye-pleasing thing with the aid of some metal.<br>
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In order to make using it a bit more pleasant, I want to install larger handwheels on the y- and z-axis. Alternatively: I found that removing rust from the y-axis lead-screw helped a bit; I could try this on the z-axis too.
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Future:<br>
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The x-axis is loose, very loose — possibly a bit too loose. Need to figure out how to make it more rigid before putting it to use.  
Specify and acquire parts for cnc-i-fy-cation.<br>
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http://code.google.com/p/rt-8p8c
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I should add a base board to the bottom so that it can be easily bolted or clamped to the table for added rigidity.

Latest revision as of 22:14, 17 December 2024

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Proxxon MF70.jpg
Description Proxxon Mini Mill
Make Proxxon
Model MF 70 (NO 27 110)
Manufacturer Link http://www.proxxon.com/de/html/27110.php
Category Mechanics
Operational Status Functional
Super Users User:Justa, J
Received at 2012/10/05
Acquisition Details donation to the space
Owner User:Justa

Current Status

The milling machine has been restored, and a new handwheel has been installed on the z-axis. The device is functional, though the y-axis and the z-axis are both hard to turn. The x-axis, by comparison, moves really easily. Note that the scale ring on the y-axis doesn't turn in tandem with the handwheel, so don't trust its readings.

To do

In order to make using it a bit more pleasant, I want to install larger handwheels on the y- and z-axis. Alternatively: I found that removing rust from the y-axis lead-screw helped a bit; I could try this on the z-axis too.

The x-axis is loose, very loose — possibly a bit too loose. Need to figure out how to make it more rigid before putting it to use.

I should add a base board to the bottom so that it can be easily bolted or clamped to the table for added rigidity.