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Today, 07:49 AM

cabnet636 replied to a thread Aspire camp registrations 2020 in Camp ShopBots/User Groups/Training Classes

A few Corrections, I ask Moderator to remove Post # 7 thanks AGENDA AGENDA ! Here is first draft,, subject to small changes but all the...

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Today, 12:28 AM

Bob Eustace replied to a thread Post processors disappeared upgrade vectric 10.019 in ShopBotter Message Board

A million thanks! All up and working again. You guys are life savers.

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Yesterday, 09:14 PM

ThirdkindStudio started a thread FOR SALE - ShopBot PRT 48x96 w/ 4HP HSD Spindle in NYC in For Sale/Wanted - ShopBot-related items only

Im selling my 2004 PRT 4x8. Comes fully functional with HP computer running Windows 8, and Aspire License. Has been upgraded to the V4G Geckodrivers...

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Yesterday, 08:13 PM

cabnet636 replied to a thread Aspire camp registrations 2020 in Camp ShopBots/User Groups/Training Classes

AGENDA AGENDA ! Here is first draft,, subject to small changes but all the speakers are in tune !! Camp is over 1/2 full and it is still...

7 replies | 804 view(s)

Yesterday, 03:46 PM

tlempicke replied to a thread Desktop computer boards, complete package in For Sale/Wanted - ShopBot-related items only

Price lowered to $365

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Yesterday, 12:28 PM

evan replied to a thread Post processors disappeared upgrade vectric 10.019 in ShopBotter Message Board

Should be able to find them in folder with in the ProgramData file: C:\ProgramData\Vectric\Aspire\V10.0\PostP\02-ShopBot

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Yesterday, 09:40 AM

coryatjohn replied to a thread Post processors disappeared upgrade vectric 10.019 in ShopBotter Message Board

You have to copy them from your old installation. If you have trouble doing that, contact Vectric.

3 replies | 104 view(s)

Yesterday, 12:47 AM

Sam Mayes replied to a thread Relay Board, Control Card, Spindle Control & RBK Board for sale in For Sale/Wanted - ShopBot-related items only

Eric, I just bought an older PRT and am thinking about upgrade options. I haven't contacted ShopBot about my best course of action, but I'm...

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Yesterday, 12:41 AM

Bob Eustace started a thread Post processors disappeared upgrade vectric 10.019 in ShopBotter Message Board

Just upgraded to the latest version 10.019 and my previous Shopbot Post Processors are not in the list. These were Shopbot Arc(inch) with speed. Has...

3 replies | 104 view(s)

01-27-2020, 11:23 PM

EricSchimel replied to a thread Z-Axis Linear Guide Replacment Options - PRS 4 x 8 in Assembly & Maintenance

It really shouldn't be that hard.. Just look at just about any DIY CNC builds out there that have liner rails for the Z. Basically you can bolt just...

3 replies | 162 view(s)

01-27-2020, 11:17 PM

Sam Mayes started a thread WTB - PRT Table in For Sale/Wanted - ShopBot-related items only

Just acquired an older PRT without the table. Does anyone have a compatible table they would sell before I spend time and money building my own? ...

0 replies | 63 view(s)

01-27-2020, 04:45 PM

PaulWall replied to a thread Z-Axis Linear Guide Replacment Options - PRS 4 x 8 in Assembly & Maintenance

Thanks Eric. I looked around for some examples of folks having run linear rails and just can't quite find enough. I think what I am going to end up...

3 replies | 162 view(s)

01-27-2020, 02:29 PM

tlempicke started a thread Shopbot Desktop - highly modified in For Sale/Wanted - ShopBot-related items only

Highly modified Shopbot Desktop 24X18 This CNC machine was bought new and has been in my air conditioned Florida home. Since we only live here three...

0 replies | 135 view(s)

01-27-2020, 12:08 PM

Jack Long replied to a thread For Sale ShopBot CNC Router in For Sale/Wanted - ShopBot-related items only

I'm Sorry for your Loss. I would like to see pics of the machine and what goes with it. I might be interested.

3 replies | 517 view(s)

01-27-2020, 08:23 AM

EricSchimel replied to a thread Z-Axis Linear Guide Replacment Options - PRS 4 x 8 in Assembly & Maintenance

Depending on how crafty you are you might consider retrofitting some linear rails on that instead trying to replace those BWC bits. Newer ShopBots...

3 replies | 162 view(s)

01-26-2020, 07:06 PM

jerry_stanek replied to a thread bypass remote stop button? in ShopBotter Message Board

You may need to do a UR command and reset your tool

2 replies | 138 view(s)

01-26-2020, 04:52 PM

PaulWall started a thread Z-Axis Linear Guide Replacment Options - PRS 4 x 8 in Assembly & Maintenance

This will be my first post. I picked up a very distressed 2008 PRS 4 x 8 in December for a good deal and have slowly been taking it apart bolt by...

3 replies | 162 view(s)

01-26-2020, 11:20 AM

coryatjohn replied to a thread bypass remote stop button? in ShopBotter Message Board

I suggest "exercising" the button. Pop it on and off a number of times. If you still have issues, check the continuity with a meter and see if it's...

2 replies | 138 view(s)

01-26-2020, 09:13 AM

bill.young started a thread Learn something new every day! in ShopBotter Message Board

I use Amana bits all the time and didn't know that they mark the shanks with a mark showing the ideal depth that it should be inserted in the collet!...

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01-26-2020, 12:32 AM

jim shula started a thread bypass remote stop button? in ShopBotter Message Board

I have an ancient PRT 5x10 shopbot I bought used 13 years ago. I'm guessing it was five years old or so when I bought it. It has been very reliable...

2 replies | 138 view(s)

01-25-2020, 09:44 PM

bandphillips started a thread Offset go the opposite direction in Test Area

I recently replace my computer. After setting up the software and running the first file that used an offset I noticed that the offset is moving the...

0 replies | 60 view(s)

01-25-2020, 10:31 AM

scottp55 replied to a thread Shop Floor Recommendation in Product/Supplier List and Requests

Thanks Benchmark! Bookmarked to try on some old rockhounding tools and a cast Dutch Oven that got on upper shelves somehow and forgotten. 3.5 miles...

20 replies | 836 view(s)

01-25-2020, 07:53 AM

benchmark replied to a thread Shop Floor Recommendation in Product/Supplier List and Requests

I share your concern with the rust, my shop is a few hundred yards from the sea in southern Ireland, l came across Evaporust to remove the rust, l...

20 replies | 836 view(s)

01-24-2020, 11:53 AM

cowboy1296 replied to a thread Shop Floor Recommendation in Product/Supplier List and Requests

My fairly new shop is barn shaped 16x20x16. I left the floor concrete. i have a wall mounted 30 amp heater which does a great of warming it up. ...

20 replies | 836 view(s)

01-24-2020, 10:10 AM

pro70z28 replied to a thread Shop Floor Recommendation in Product/Supplier List and Requests

We live in a climate that (except for this year) gets below 0°f this time of year. I've never had the unheated space drop below 45°f, 20 years and...

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01-23-2020, 05:07 PM

Burkhardt replied to a thread Shop Floor Recommendation in Product/Supplier List and Requests

Thanks All for the great recommendations. I will check out the epoxy coating and the tiles. Also good idea with the floor heating but I guess that...

20 replies | 836 view(s)

01-23-2020, 09:45 AM

coryatjohn replied to a thread Computer Requirements for Standard PRS Shopbot? in ShopBotter Message Board

First off, I suggest not using a laptop. They're just not robust enough for a shop environment. Second, the computer requirements for your PRS are...

1 replies | 137 view(s)

01-23-2020, 07:43 AM

john_hartman started a thread Wanted- Vexta ASM98AA- T7.2 in For Sale/Wanted - ShopBot-related items only

One of my x axis motors has a lot of wobble. Also, has a couple chipped pinion teeth and needs to be replaced. Apparently these motors are no...

0 replies | 131 view(s)

01-23-2020, 12:56 AM

groucho started a thread Computer Requirements for Standard PRS Shopbot? in ShopBotter Message Board

I've been reading that a Shopbot PRS ideally runs on a PC computer with at least 4GB of RAM (8 being better) and a Dual Core Pentium Processor. I've...

1 replies | 137 view(s)