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Archive for October, 2009
TOPS Beta Testing: Update 1
I'd like to share some images I've received from the TOPS Beta Testers (Thanks guys!). Not sure what TOPS is? Then read this. The first image is a cross section of a Tubine Blade in a jet engine. The 2-4 images are parts from a KTM dirt bike. ... More
Introducing the Duality Lathe 4th Axis
Something new for the Duality... the Duality Lathe 4th Axis. This lets you do both lathe and 4th axis work on a single setup - perfect for keyways, engraving, etc. on small turned pieces. Here's Matt taking about the design. And a fun demo video making chess pieces If your ... More
Free Subscriptions to Digital Machinist!
Nothing's for free, right? Well, this is pretty close...We're giving away Free Subscriptions to Digital Machinist! Here's the small catch... We want some ideas for videos you'd like to see about CNC. Education is a big part of our mission at Tormach, and we're going to release some new video tutorials ... More
Mach3 Tool Tables Made Easy
Touching off Tools and using Mach3's tool table just seems to give some people fits. I think a lot of aspiring CNC machinists don't realize the full potential of their machine because they are confused or aren't comfortable with this feature. It's time to change that! ... More
Model Engine Building with the PCNC: 18 Cylinder Radial!
Simon B. from Hong Kong sent us these pictures of his latest project, an 18 cylinder radial engine, built from plans from Lee Hodgson at Ageless Engines. From Simon: "I am presently building the Hodgson 18 cylinder radial engine and have been involved with this project for about six months. I am ... More