bridgeport boss 5 retrofit
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bridgeport boss 5 retrofit
Years ago I bought this panel to retrofit my boss 5 bridgeport. I have had no problems with it. Recently I purchased another boss 5 and before I attempt to duplicate this panel I wanted to see if anyone here makes panels or would consider making one. Or at a minimum , when/if I get workin on this , is there anyone who could help me out on tips.
Thanks,
Harry
Picture is too big, I'll re size and post soon
Thanks,
Harry
Picture is too big, I'll re size and post soon
Re: bridgeport boss 5 retrofit
Harry,
We make industrial control panels. Send me some pictures and electrical drawings (if you have any) and we can give you a quote.
Jim B
We make industrial control panels. Send me some pictures and electrical drawings (if you have any) and we can give you a quote.
Jim B
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Re: bridgeport boss 5 retrofit
Harry:
I did a retrofit on a Boss 5 Bridgeport 7 years ago.
http://outbackmachineshop.com/CNC.html
I can help.
Jim
I did a retrofit on a Boss 5 Bridgeport 7 years ago.
http://outbackmachineshop.com/CNC.html
I can help.
Jim
Tool & Die Maker/Electrician, Retired 2007
So much to learn and so little time.
www.outbackmachineshop.com
So much to learn and so little time.
www.outbackmachineshop.com
Re: bridgeport boss 5 retrofit
Thanks for the replies. I am swamped with work. I'm hoping to upload some pictures and a list of the parts I have this weekend. Then, I'll post a whole bunch of questions!
Re: bridgeport boss 5 retrofit
Here's a quick reply. This is the board that I am going to attempt to duplicate. I'll have a list of components a.s.a.p.
Re: bridgeport boss 5 retrofit
List of Panel Parts
Power Supply:
PART II AC-005W AC ADAPTER +5V 2.2A +12V 1.5A 4Pins POWER SUPPLY
Manufacturer: PART II
Model Number: AC-005W
Part Number: 2063-002555-000
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Lead Shine Drives:
M880A Microstepping Stepper Motor Controller
http://www.electronics123.com/s.nl/it.A/id.2874/.f
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Bridge Rectifiers 200 Volt 35 Amp
http://www.mouser.com/ProductDetail/Vis ... wW9Q%3D%3D
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GE SENSING / THERMOMETRICS - CL-101 - NTC Thermistor
http://www.newark.com/jsp/search/produc ... AFC-SF-T11
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Charge Pump
http://www.cnc4pc.com/Store/osc/product ... ucts_id=51
$27.00 ( 1 pc )
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Dual Relay Board
http://www.cnc4pc.com/Store/osc/product ... cts_id=148
$18.00 ( 2 pcs )
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Bidirectional Breakout Board
http://www.cnc4pc.com/Store/osc/product ... ucts_id=45
$28.04 ( 1 pc )
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Power Supply:
PART II AC-005W AC ADAPTER +5V 2.2A +12V 1.5A 4Pins POWER SUPPLY
Manufacturer: PART II
Model Number: AC-005W
Part Number: 2063-002555-000
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Lead Shine Drives:
M880A Microstepping Stepper Motor Controller
http://www.electronics123.com/s.nl/it.A/id.2874/.f
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Bridge Rectifiers 200 Volt 35 Amp
http://www.mouser.com/ProductDetail/Vis ... wW9Q%3D%3D
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GE SENSING / THERMOMETRICS - CL-101 - NTC Thermistor
http://www.newark.com/jsp/search/produc ... AFC-SF-T11
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Charge Pump
http://www.cnc4pc.com/Store/osc/product ... ucts_id=51
$27.00 ( 1 pc )
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Dual Relay Board
http://www.cnc4pc.com/Store/osc/product ... cts_id=148
$18.00 ( 2 pcs )
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Bidirectional Breakout Board
http://www.cnc4pc.com/Store/osc/product ... ucts_id=45
$28.04 ( 1 pc )
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Re: bridgeport boss 5 retrofit
Ok,
Now that the holidays are over, I'll be starting to build another one of these. Any tips or criticisms are welcome as I know absolutely nothing of anything electrical.
1st question...... Should I solder the wire connections or is crimping reliable ?
Now that the holidays are over, I'll be starting to build another one of these. Any tips or criticisms are welcome as I know absolutely nothing of anything electrical.
1st question...... Should I solder the wire connections or is crimping reliable ?
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Re: bridgeport boss 5 retrofit
Are you saying you have built one before or is this your first one? Crimping is fine if you use a good crimp tool. If you have good electrical/basic electronics skills you can do it. But it can be intimidating and even overwhelming. If you don't have the skills, then either find someone to help you or buy a turnkey retrofit kit. Are you using the original Boss Steppers?hwboivin3 wrote:Ok,
Now that the holidays are over, I'll be starting to build another one of these. Any tips or criticisms are welcome as I know absolutely nothing of anything electrical.
1st question...... Should I solder the wire connections or is crimping reliable ?
Even with moderate skills, it takes time.
Good luck with your project.
Marty
"Jack of all Trades, Master of None"
Re: bridgeport boss 5 retrofit
This is my first attempt at building a panel. I bought one yrs ago but they are no longer available. I am using the original step motors. If you know of a turn key kit for the step motors under 2k , please let me know! I bought mine for $1375.
and the estimate total cost of the one I'm attempting to build is around 1k.
and the estimate total cost of the one I'm attempting to build is around 1k.
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Re: bridgeport boss 5 retrofit
If you have the skill set, you can assemble it yourself. I like CNC4PC.com. Everything you need is right there.hwboivin3 wrote:This is my first attempt at building a panel. I bought one yrs ago but they are no longer available. I am using the original step motors. If you know of a turn key kit for the step motors under 2k , please let me know! I bought mine for $1375.
and the estimate total cost of the one I'm attempting to build is around 1k.
Always costs more than you think in nickel and dime stuff!
Marty
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Re: bridgeport boss 5 retrofit
Just a quick update. A friend and I have spent every other Saturday for the last month or so working on two panels.
The first one has been tested and works! Testing the 2nd panel today.
If there is interest, I'll post all info and diagrams to build one.
There's usually not much activity on this section so I didn't want to waste time if no one is interested.
H
The first one has been tested and works! Testing the 2nd panel today.
If there is interest, I'll post all info and diagrams to build one.
There's usually not much activity on this section so I didn't want to waste time if no one is interested.
H
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Re: bridgeport boss 5 retrofit
By all means, at least post pictures of your progress and what has been working for you. I have been at it at least once a day since last August, it takes time to do a good job and do it right.hwboivin3 wrote:Just a quick update. A friend and I have spent every other Saturday for the last month or so working on two panels.
The first one has been tested and works! Testing the 2nd panel today.
If there is interest, I'll post all info and diagrams to build one.
There's usually not much activity on this section so I didn't want to waste time if no one is interested.
H
Marty
"Jack of all Trades, Master of None"