45xp machine torch mount

[mcmental]

hi there what is everyone using as a mount for their machine torch please? will be running https://www.candcnc.net/store-home/mp36 ... wlinux-pc/ along with the 45xp.

thanks

[acourtjester]

Your question is odd as you ask about a machine torch mount and give a website for controller electronics??

[mcmental]

I’m using that setup for the torch height control

[djreiswig]

Better than those that don't post enough information.
No help on the torch mount, mine came with the table.

[acourtjester]

Here are Images of the type of mounts I have used on the tables I built. First are you planning to use a floating head assembly? If not why? What I show if a plate that mounts on to the Z axis assembly, this plate has 4 "V" bearings and "V" rails to allow the torch to move up and down easily. this setup to trigger the floating head switch (safety). I also use an Ohmic sensor for the actual sensing of the metal surface to set the Z0.0 position. Many torches have the same diameter of 1-3/8" I'm sure other member can supply their design as some also include a magnetic release to help with torch crashes.

[WyoGreen]

What are you going to use for the 'Z' axis? Since you referenced the CandCNC site, are you planing on using their 'Super Z', or make your own such as Acourtjester suggests?

Steve

[mcmental]

I’ve built my table up the x y z axis are all built, but I’m looking at making my own, doesn’t seem to be many here in the uk. Seen a few 3D printed options out there.

[acourtjester]

If you have a 3-D printer a member here may set you up, both in the UK.

[SeanP]

That's a nice design for the z axis Tom, I couldn't get my head around building one when I made my table and went with the velox route, it's still going although I really should be looking for a new ball screw, hate to think how many times it's been up and down in the last 7yrs, I've swapped out a few linear bearings.

Regards the torch mount I cut my own from 10mm plate, work great, I'm always adjusting height for different jobs.

Have a look here, the mag holder works great, still in use every day, only change I made was to use 3 - 20mm dia magnets with countersunk hole and screw them down rather than tape.

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[acourtjester]

I remember seeing the original post that is a slick simple design. I still have not put one on my torch ( been lucky so far with hangups ).