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by SimonRafferty
Fri 08 Oct , 2021 10:21 am
Forum: Cyclone
Topic: Cyclone spindle encoder
Replies: 6
Views: 9419

Re: Cyclone spindle encoder

This is my table of wire colours for the belt driven encoder. I didn't bother with pin numbers - as I kept the original loom, then connected the machine cabinet end of the wire to my motion controller. Enc 1 - A+ Green Enc 1 - A- Blue Enc 1 - B+ White Enc 1 - B- Purple Enc 1 - INDX+ Red Enc 1 - INDX...
by SimonRafferty
Wed 06 Jan , 2021 14:40 pm
Forum: Cyclone
Topic: New Cyclone - need phase converter advice.
Replies: 15
Views: 19341

Re: New Cyclone - need phase converter advice.

I've now finished the Mach4 Conversion - and it works well, including threading & Rigid Tapping. I've used a CSMIO-IP/S which will talk directly to the OE Spindle Encoder. 2 x Allen Bradley Ultra3000 Servo Drives which will directly control the original Fanuc Red Cap Servo motors, with Step/Directio...
by SimonRafferty
Mon 07 Dec , 2020 12:13 pm
Forum: Cyclone
Topic: New Cyclone - need phase converter advice.
Replies: 15
Views: 19341

Re: New Cyclone - need phase converter advice.

I've been in the process of converting my Cyclone to run Mach4. [While I like Fanuc and the OT-B isn't the worst of them, the lathe is best suited to production work rather than small, quick jobs because of how time consuming it is entering the G-Code. I figured Mach4 would suit my needs better.] I'...
by SimonRafferty
Tue 24 Nov , 2020 15:04 pm
Forum: Cyclone
Topic: Cyclone P OT-B Schematic?
Replies: 1
Views: 5884

Re: Cyclone P OT-B Schematic?

After a lot of searching, I found these schematics that seem to correspnd to my machine.
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by SimonRafferty
Wed 04 Nov , 2020 15:55 pm
Forum: Cyclone
Topic: cyclone tailstock
Replies: 1
Views: 9661

Re: cyclone tailstock

I don't have a tailstock either - and I've never seen one offered for sale.

I had figured on building one when the time comes I need one. The simplest option I can think of is a small hydraulic cylinder connected to the coolant feed - using the coolant pressure to extend the tailstock into the job.
by SimonRafferty
Wed 04 Nov , 2020 15:46 pm
Forum: Cyclone
Topic: Cyclone spindle encoder
Replies: 6
Views: 9419

Re: Cyclone spindle encoder

The spindle has an encoder on the motor, connected to the spindle drive which allows it to regulate the speed, corresponding to the 0-10V Analogue input. There is a second encoder (belt driven from the spindle itself) which the controller reads to display the current RPM. It may also be using this t...
by SimonRafferty
Wed 04 Nov , 2020 15:36 pm
Forum: Cyclone
Topic: parting ali help
Replies: 3
Views: 7899

Re: parting ali help

I would say it lifting implies the turret is not properly locked. I would go through your tool change logic again. You can buy alternative parting tips which work well on most Alumimium. They have a sort of M shaped profile rather than a flat tip. I'll find the part number when I'm at the shop next.
by SimonRafferty
Wed 04 Nov , 2020 15:30 pm
Forum: Cyclone
Topic: Cyclone P 21i and Triac 21i electrical diagrams needed
Replies: 4
Views: 9210

Re: Cyclone P 21i and Triac 21i electrical diagrams needed

Cyclone Fanuc-21i Electrical Drawings.pdf
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Here are the above DWG files converted to PDF & compiled in a single document.
by SimonRafferty
Sat 31 Oct , 2020 23:11 pm
Forum: Cyclone
Topic: Cyclone P OT-B Schematic?
Replies: 1
Views: 5884

Cyclone P OT-B Schematic?

Do any of you have a set of schematics for the above? The Serial Number of my machine is: 25031E 1991. Having used the lathe for a couple of years with the Fanuc controller, I've decided to convert it to something more modern. I like the Fanuc, but compared to Mach4 (for example) it feels pretty clu...
by SimonRafferty
Sat 02 Mar , 2019 15:17 pm
Forum: Cyclone
Topic: TU150U in need of TLC
Replies: 38
Views: 58463

Re: TU150U in need of TLC

That was in a sorry state! On the plus side, when you've finished you'll have a fantastic Lathe!

I'm envious of your power chuck & parts catcher!

It looks like a good candidate for a new control system as yours looks more antiquated than even my Fanuc.

Best of luck with the restoration.

Si
by SimonRafferty
Sat 02 Mar , 2019 15:08 pm
Forum: Cyclone
Topic: New Cyclone - need phase converter advice.
Replies: 15
Views: 19341

Re: New Cyclone - need phase converter advice.

Just as a quick update, 2 Months on from getting it up and running on 230V 3 Phase - it's still running nicely! I've pushed it quite hard a few times and it has not complained - and the magic smoke has not escaped! £500 Inverter + £100 choke is all you need! The 10Hp is only needed for a few seconds...
by SimonRafferty
Sat 02 Mar , 2019 14:58 pm
Forum: Cyclone
Topic: Cyclone X Axis Dovetail Repair
Replies: 1
Views: 6939

Re: Cyclone X Axis Dovetail Repair

You've made a nice job of the repair. Sadly, I don't have any Ballscrew ideas other than someone like https://www.cnc4you.co.uk/Ballscrew There's are not bad quality - but you have to machine the end yourself to suit. Seeing what you've done above, this is not going to be a problem for you! To be fa...
by SimonRafferty
Tue 01 Jan , 2019 10:30 am
Forum: Cyclone
Topic: Cyclone Dripfeed - Possible?
Replies: 0
Views: 4896

Cyclone Dripfeed - Possible?

I'll answer the 'why' question first. On a previous machine, I made a little Arduino powered box which had a number of wizards for quick machining jobs selected from a touch-screen. Things like facing, chamfers, radiused ends & slots, much like the wizards built in to Mach3. You dialed up what you w...
by SimonRafferty
Sun 30 Dec , 2018 18:32 pm
Forum: Cyclone
Topic: New Cyclone - need phase converter advice.
Replies: 15
Views: 19341

Re: New Cyclone - need phase converter advice.

hpe wrote:
Sun 30 Dec , 2018 11:16 am
So it would be usefull for me to know what the rpm range and pulley ratio were on the original 2.2kw machine
Mine is 2.2kw and the spindle will go up to 5000rpm (at least, that's what it says, I have no way to measure, but it looks scary fast!).
Pulley ratio looks 1:1

Si
by SimonRafferty
Sun 30 Dec , 2018 18:28 pm
Forum: Cyclone
Topic: New Cyclone - need phase converter advice.
Replies: 15
Views: 19341

Re: New Cyclone - need phase converter advice.

Good news - I have it running! To make yours run, you will need a 10Hp / 7.5kW Phase converter. I used a digital converter, I don't know if it will work with a rotary, but it seems likely. The Cyclone needs 415v to operate, but can be made to run on 230V 3 Phase (see later). The simplest option is t...
by SimonRafferty
Fri 14 Dec , 2018 17:23 pm
Forum: Cyclone
Topic: New Cyclone - need phase converter advice.
Replies: 15
Views: 19341

Re: New Cyclone - need phase converter advice.

That's kind of the conclusion I'm coming to! Looking at the (simplified) schematics I have: Coolant Motor - 415v 3Ph The spindle, spindle fan and axis drives - 220V 3Ph Fanuc - 200v + 100v 1Ph (1.1kVA) Control & E-Stop - 110v 1Ph (200VA) Tool Post - 110v 1Ph (300VA) Transformer box fan - 24v 1Ph It'...
by SimonRafferty
Wed 12 Dec , 2018 8:25 am
Forum: Cyclone
Topic: New Cyclone - need phase converter advice.
Replies: 15
Views: 19341

Re: New Cyclone - need phase converter advice.

Thanks Pete. So, mine is a Cyclone P - that's a start! The current quoted in the literature as well as on the rating plates seems random! I've seen rating plates as low as 16A and up to 29A where the literature is generally 16 to 20A. Have any of you run one on a phase converter? If so, what size / ...
by SimonRafferty
Tue 11 Dec , 2018 23:23 pm
Forum: Cyclone
Topic: New Cyclone - need phase converter advice.
Replies: 15
Views: 19341

Re: New Cyclone - need phase converter advice.

Unfortunately, I don't have the manual - or much else other than the machine.

27A is possible as production mmachines have high acceleration / deceleration.

Si
by SimonRafferty
Tue 11 Dec , 2018 13:44 pm
Forum: Cyclone
Topic: New Cyclone - need phase converter advice.
Replies: 15
Views: 19341

Re: New Cyclone - need phase converter advice.

I've just spoken to David from Drives Direct - who has quoted me £3995.00 +VAT for a digital phase converter to run the Cyclone. Is that realistic? or was that him trying to get rid of me? I'd appreciate any advice. I could just convert the whole thing to Mach 3 - and that's looking promising today....
by SimonRafferty
Mon 10 Dec , 2018 9:41 am
Forum: Cyclone
Topic: New Cyclone - need phase converter advice.
Replies: 15
Views: 19341

New Cyclone - need phase converter advice.

I previously owned an Eazyturn3 - which was fantastic (post Mach3 conversion). The only thing I didn't like was no ATC. I've now bought a Cyclone which is obviously a much more grown-up machine. 20181210_081429.jpg 20181210_081448.jpg I don't know much about it - I don't even know the model number! ...