Plans, projects and How-to's for Home Machinists and Other Makers
This is how I tram my mini-mill. I think the method I use is fairly common, although I may use slightly different equipment than others. There are other ways of doing it and some people have strong opinions about which way is best. I’ve included links at the bottom to some interesting discussions I found if you would like to learn more. … Read the rest
This article describes how you can use Mach 3, the popular CNC controller software, to automatically
This feature is very easy to implement and use and it will cost you almost nothing. … Read the rest
Shortly after I started MachinistBlog I wrote about a couple of good web sites that can teach you how to read a micrometer. That post has been surprising popular. So now I want to tell you about this excellent web page that might teach you some things about using a digital caliper that you don’t know.… Read the rest
This article describes how I make workbench tops using particle board. I’ve been using this method for about 20 years with good results. Although the next time I build a similar bench I may use a laminate counter top for two reasons, which I’ll explain later.
I don’t like benches that move, shake or vibrate. … Read the rest
