Cleaning Techniques
Cleaning Techniques
Was just curious what some others routines were for cleaning and lubricating there CNC? Anything helps I just want to find the best way to take care of my machine. Thanks.
- Adrian
- Vectric Archimage
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- Joined: Thu Nov 23, 2006 2:19 pm
- Model of CNC Machine: ShopBot PRS Alpha 96x48
- Location: Surrey, UK
Re: Cleaning Techniques
Shopbot do a maintenance schedule document for theirs which I stick to - http://shopbottools.com/ShopBotDocs/maintenance.htm
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- Vectric Craftsman
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- Model of CNC Machine: Thermwood CS-45 5 x 10
- Location: Capac, Michigan
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Re: Cleaning Techniques
I use Boeing Product to clean and protect the spindle.
It come in a 3 part kit, one for rust and stain, one for gum and pitch removal and one metal protect-ant
. I order that from Vortex tool. I now, use it on everything in the shop.
and WD 40 to wipe down the whole machine. My Thermwood tracks maintenance and notifies me.
It come in a 3 part kit, one for rust and stain, one for gum and pitch removal and one metal protect-ant
. I order that from Vortex tool. I now, use it on everything in the shop.
and WD 40 to wipe down the whole machine. My Thermwood tracks maintenance and notifies me.
Will Williamson willmade.com
Williamson Lumber & Millwork Inc.
Capac, Michigan
Williamson Lumber & Millwork Inc.
Capac, Michigan
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- Vectric Wizard
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- Model of CNC Machine: MechMate
- Location: Orlando, FL
Re: Cleaning Techniques
I use T-9 developed by Boeing. I think it is better than WD-40. You can buy T-9 in a lot of places.
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- Vectric Craftsman
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- Joined: Fri Jan 03, 2014 1:00 am
- Model of CNC Machine: Home built aluminum and steel 3 X 4 CNC
- Location: Charlotte, NC
Re: Cleaning Techniques
I vacuum and blow the dust and chips, then I spray the leadscrews and nuts with dry teflon spray to cut down on friction, then polish any rusty spots with an extra fine scotchbrite pad, and finally rub down the steel rails with a rust preventative and a rag...my shop is not heated or cooled, so I have to do taht pretty regularly.