DIY fiber laser front chuck V2

[@Skyfirelaser]

Nice job, Tamar! The new front chuck is a big step up from the first version-really clever design! Thanks for the support, and hope you keep having fun with your DIY projects!

[@TAMARbarCNC]

@Skyfirelaser thanks I appreciate it! Tomorrow I will receive the packages from you guys, super Excited about the new controller and auto focus head! 🤩🤩

[@Skyfirelaser]

@ enjoy building

[@johnboon5330]

Very nice machine! I'm planning to build a similar size table but, I'm wondering if using those over 1kw servo motors are necessary when there's no force cutting through the material as it's the case with a cnc router or milling machine for example. How do you calculate the power size of the motors?

[@diyfiberlaser]

Nice chuck!...it is clear you put a lot of work into the design, I really like how you added the double rollers and the covers that adjust with them!

[@TAMARbarCNC]

@diyfiberlaser thanks man, definitely spent a minute on the design, but the design is the most fun part for me.

[@lpfdemt]

Thank you for taking the time to share your time and knowledge. I currently have a 4'X8' CNC plasma table I am going to dual purpose with a DIY fiber laser addition. I should be receiving my 1500 watt set up sometime next week. I understand the differences regarding assist gases, but regarding an air compressor, I currently have a 220v / 60 gallon / 155 psi compressor which produces very dry air thank to a great set up. I keep hearing if using an air compressor I need some $5,000 dollar 255 psi compressor for a laser set up. I have high CFM's and my compressor has yet to drop below 100 psi output on the largest of jobs. I do not understand because there is only so much that is going to flow out of the laser nozzle. You may not be able to help me if you use O2 or N2, which I am sure to incorporate later. Just want to get started. Would I be ok with what I have? Thank you so much!

[@oswelds]

Superb

[@Bigwingrider1800]

Nice job brother holly shit well done.

[@TAMARbarCNC]

@@Bigwingrider1800 thanks man

[@josepatron4950]

keep this up!!!! You are amazingly talented! I love the servo upgrade. Makes all the difference in the world.

[@TAMARbarCNC]

@@josepatron4950 thanks man I appreciate it!

[@lpfdemt]

Sensational set up you have built!

[@TAMARbarCNC]

@@lpfdemt thanks I appreciate it!

[@plasmatec1983]

1 Есть смысл сделать скользящий зажим. Сечение профильной трубы не идеально на длине 6 метров. 2 На подшипниках нужно убрать фаску, чтоб плоскость была ровной без "канавок". В эти канавки будет забиваться грязь, и подшипники будут тормозить. В целом ОЧЕНЬ хорошая работа. Я скопирую у Вас, с вашего разрешения.

[@TAMARbarCNC]

Please go ahead. Thanks for the notes!

[@danp762]

Sweet project! Thanks for sharing. Any plans to add an etch function to layout dimensions for mating parts. Like on a tubular frame showing angle, start, stop, and center-line of bents, and exactly where the different pieces line up. Something that would limit the need to manually measure when assembling.

[@ДенисЛапшин-н5с]

I think this will require a laser head with autofocus

[@TAMARbarCNC]

@danp762 soon I will change my controller and the new controller have this functions

[@danp762]

@@TAMARbarCNC I find that most of my mistakes are made when I take out a tape measure. :) If you could make it work that would be amazing!

[@danp762]

@@ДенисЛапшин-н5с If it isn't possible with the big laser. Maybe add a small laser with a removal mount on the z axis, so it's not getting hit with sparks when the big laser is running. It would be extra work but imagine how much easier assembling the final project would be.

[@Conexfitness]

Hello, my name is Max, I'm from Brazil. I'm doing a plasma cutting CNC. Watching your videos, I changed my mind and I'm going to do it with a laser. I have some questions. I want to do it to cut sheet metal and pipes. Which controller should I use and how many motors? If you can help me, I'll be very grateful. I'm a fitness equipment manufacturer.

[@althafzahra9313]

Hallo sir, What pulley is used on the Rotary chuck?? I searched on Aliexpress and couldn't find one of that size.

[@ДенисЛапшин-н5с]

what large size bearing is used in the front chuck?

[@TAMARbarCNC]

@@ДенисЛапшин-н5с you mean the inner diameter?

[@ДенисЛапшин-н5с]

@@TAMARbarCNC I meant what bearing is used to rotate this chuck?

[@TAMARbarCNC]

@ДенисЛапшин-н5с it's called cross roller bearing

[@lilow3378]

Well done Tamar, have not been able to contact you messenger. Ian.

[@lpfdemt]

Thank you for taking the time to share your time and knowledge. I currently have a 4'X8' CNC plasma table I am going to dual purpose with a DIY fiber laser addition. I should be receiving my 1500 watt set up sometime next week. I understand the differences regarding assist gases, but regarding an air compressor, I currently have a 220v / 60 gallon / 155 psi compressor which produces very dry air thank to a great set up. I keep hearing if using an air compressor I need some $5,000 dollar 255 psi compressor for a laser set up. I have high CFM's and my compressor has yet to drop below 100 psi output on the largest of jobs. I do not understand because there is only so much that is going to flow out of the laser nozzle. You may not be able to help me if you use O2 or N2, which I am sure to incorporate later. Just want to get started. Would I be ok with what I have? Thank you so much!

[@TAMARbarCNC]

@lpfdemt which controller are you gonna run with the laser? Regarding the air compressor I know that you need at least 10-15 bar compressor for a commercial use! Carbon steel cutting 2mm+ thickness you use Oxygen or air. Lower carbon steel 2mm- thickness you use nitrogen or air. Stainless steel and aluminum you use nitrogen or air.

[@lpfdemt]

@@TAMARbarCNC Thank you Tamar, I purchased everything from Sky Fire Laser, which ever controller that is LOL

[@TAMARbarCNC]

@@lpfdemt raytools AX3000T for integrated flat and sheets? Or fscut3000s?

[@lpfdemt]

@@TAMARbarCNC Raytools XC3000S

[@TAMARbarCNC]

@@lpfdemt it's a controller suitable only for sheets cutting, not tubes