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Machine: '''Fireball V90'''
'''This page describes some of the specifics of this CNC Machine.'''
 
'''For more general resources please go to the [[CNC_Routers]] page.'''
 
[[File:FireballV90.jpg|400px|thumb]]
==About our Machine==
* Model: Fireball V90
* Cutting Area: 11"(X) x 17"(Y)
* Spindle: 500W Air-Cooled Spindle with ER11 Collets ([https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LNBOCDA/ amazon])
* Stepper Motors: 200 steps/rev
* Stepper Motors: 200 steps/rev
* Resolution: 0.0005”
* Resolution: 0.0005”
* Leadscrews: 10 threads/in
* Leadscrews: 10 threads/in
* Spindle: Flex Shaft Grinder
* Computer: Desktop running Windows 10
* Optional: Makita Trim Router
* Control Software: Mach3 ([https://www.machsupport.com/help-learning/product-manuals/ guides on this page])
 


Computer
* CNC Control Software: Mach3
* CAM Program available: F-Engrave, CamBam
* Processor:
* RAM:
* HDD:


ToDo:
==Guides and Manuals==
* Reorganize bottom of cart to have drawers for bits and some shelves for materials.
*[https://www.probotix.com/manuals/V90-X90%20Assembly%20Manual.web2.pdf V90 Assembly Manual]
* Case to contain dust
*[https://www.probotix.com/wiki/index.php/V90 V90 on Probotix Wiki]
* Auto-leveling system
*[https://docs.vectric.com/docs/V9.0/VCarvePro/ENU/Help/VCarvePro.html VCarve Pro User Manual]
* Add sensors to detect position
* Add sensor to detect tool depth? (or use a gauge from machine shop)
* Build control box
* Coolant dispenser
* Vacuum attachment and boot


Setup Procedure:
==FireballV90 Operating Instructions==
* Examine machine. Clean off bearings if dirty. Vacuum up excessive wood particles. If keyboard is dusty please blow it out with air nozzle.
# '''Pre-requisites'''
* Plug in power strip
## Have your GCode file already made using your software of choice. We generally use VCarve Pro.
* Turn on power strip
## Have your material ready and sized to fit on the machine you are using.
* Turn on computer
## Have your tool(s) for the cut(s) you are running.
* Open Mach3 program on desktop to operate machine controls
## Have your safety glasses and hearing protection.
* Click the “Ref Home” button to set the machine home
# '''Power On'''
* Open a Gcode program
## Examine machine. Clean off bearings if dirty. Vacuum up excessive dust. If keyboard is dusty be sure to vacuum it out or turn upside and shake.
* Move the machine's axes to the desired start point on your material. Pay attention to where in the program your machine will start.
## Turn on main power strip
* Make sure your material is aligned and clamp it or tape it in place, making sure not to put anything in the path of the gantry
## Turn on computer
* Hit the “Zero” button for each axis to set the start point of the program to the machine's current position.
## Open Mach3 program on desktop (if it does not open automatically) to operate machine
* The machine is now ready to cut
# '''Load File and Machine Alignment'''
## Open a Gcode file (various extensions are: .gcode, .txt, .gc, .ngc, and so on). You should see a preview and the text of the code so you can check if it's the right one.
## Click on the red RESET button on the screen to enable the motion control. If it doesn't stop flashing, check that the big red button on the machine itself is raised and not pressed.
## Insert your tool into the spindle securely.
## Make sure your material is aligned and clamp it or tape it securely in place. If you try to move it while clamped and it shifts at all, it is not secure enough.
## Use the arrow keys and the PageUp and PageDown keys to move the the end of the tool to the corner or center of your material. Know where your design's reference point/origin/XY Datum is supposed to be.
## While in that position, hit the “Zero” button for the X, Y, and Z axis to set the reference point. From this point on, Mach3 will remember that reference point.
# '''Start The Cut'''
## Prepare for the worst! Slow the Feedrate down to 20-40% so you can watch the beginning of the cut. If something goes wrong you have more reaction time.
## Turn on the spindle using the power button. Adjust the speed on the dial if desired.
## Hit the green "Cycle Start" button and let it go.
## Stay by the machine while it is running. Do not leave the machine unattended. If nobody is watching it and it crashes, it could do a lot of damage to the machine.
## If doing heavy cutting, use the vacuum to collect the dust before it covers everything around the machine.
# '''After the cut'''
## Vacuum up the dust from the cut. Clean up on top of the machine, under the machine, the floor, and anywhere else dust went.
## Remove your material and any screws or clamps from the bed, leaving it completely clear.
## Remove the tool from the spindle and store it appropriately.
## Power off the machine either using the Start menu or just turning off the power strip.
## If something is wrong with the machine, say something! Things don't magically get fixed by walking away from them.




==External Resources==
*[https://www.probotix.com/wiki/index.php/V90 Probotix Wiki page for Fireball V90]
*[https://www.probotix.com/manuals/V90-X90%20Assembly%20Manual.web2.pdf Fireball V90 Assembly Manual]


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Hardware
*Ethernet SmoothStepper ([http://www.cncrouterparts.com/ethernet-smoothstepper-p-229.html CNC Router Parts])
**[http://www.cncrouterparts.com/support/software/mach4/ Smoothstepper Setup Guide]
**[https://warp9td.com/index.php/documentation/doc-ess Smoothstepper User Manual]
*PARALLEL PORT BUFFERED BREAKOUT BOARD FOR 3 AXIS CNC MACH3 ([https://www.aliexpress.com/i/1000001497211.html Aliexpress])

Latest revision as of 15:17, 5 July 2025

This page describes some of the specifics of this CNC Machine.

For more general resources please go to the CNC_Routers page.

About our Machine

  • Model: Fireball V90
  • Cutting Area: 11"(X) x 17"(Y)
  • Spindle: 500W Air-Cooled Spindle with ER11 Collets (amazon)
  • Stepper Motors: 200 steps/rev
  • Resolution: 0.0005”
  • Leadscrews: 10 threads/in
  • Computer: Desktop running Windows 10
  • Control Software: Mach3 (guides on this page)


Guides and Manuals

FireballV90 Operating Instructions

  1. Pre-requisites
    1. Have your GCode file already made using your software of choice. We generally use VCarve Pro.
    2. Have your material ready and sized to fit on the machine you are using.
    3. Have your tool(s) for the cut(s) you are running.
    4. Have your safety glasses and hearing protection.
  2. Power On
    1. Examine machine. Clean off bearings if dirty. Vacuum up excessive dust. If keyboard is dusty be sure to vacuum it out or turn upside and shake.
    2. Turn on main power strip
    3. Turn on computer
    4. Open Mach3 program on desktop (if it does not open automatically) to operate machine
  3. Load File and Machine Alignment
    1. Open a Gcode file (various extensions are: .gcode, .txt, .gc, .ngc, and so on). You should see a preview and the text of the code so you can check if it's the right one.
    2. Click on the red RESET button on the screen to enable the motion control. If it doesn't stop flashing, check that the big red button on the machine itself is raised and not pressed.
    3. Insert your tool into the spindle securely.
    4. Make sure your material is aligned and clamp it or tape it securely in place. If you try to move it while clamped and it shifts at all, it is not secure enough.
    5. Use the arrow keys and the PageUp and PageDown keys to move the the end of the tool to the corner or center of your material. Know where your design's reference point/origin/XY Datum is supposed to be.
    6. While in that position, hit the “Zero” button for the X, Y, and Z axis to set the reference point. From this point on, Mach3 will remember that reference point.
  4. Start The Cut
    1. Prepare for the worst! Slow the Feedrate down to 20-40% so you can watch the beginning of the cut. If something goes wrong you have more reaction time.
    2. Turn on the spindle using the power button. Adjust the speed on the dial if desired.
    3. Hit the green "Cycle Start" button and let it go.
    4. Stay by the machine while it is running. Do not leave the machine unattended. If nobody is watching it and it crashes, it could do a lot of damage to the machine.
    5. If doing heavy cutting, use the vacuum to collect the dust before it covers everything around the machine.
  5. After the cut
    1. Vacuum up the dust from the cut. Clean up on top of the machine, under the machine, the floor, and anywhere else dust went.
    2. Remove your material and any screws or clamps from the bed, leaving it completely clear.
    3. Remove the tool from the spindle and store it appropriately.
    4. Power off the machine either using the Start menu or just turning off the power strip.
    5. If something is wrong with the machine, say something! Things don't magically get fixed by walking away from them.


External Resources

Hardware

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