I did see probably the same Vid. It was a hobbing machine built from a kit. I tried seaching the internet but nothing was available on the links that were given.
Fascinating. That is not the video I saw. The mechanical side would stretch my abilities but I'm pretty sure I could bring it off. No clue on the electronic stuff but I have a friend who might be willing to do it.
Greg Halligan is recording a series on his YouTube channel where he is machining and building a hobbing kit. I think he references the source of the kit in his video as well. I believe it is an attachment for a lathe.
It piqued my interest a few years ago and I bookmarked the site. I had intended to order a set of plans for it and maybethink about making one, but the website seems to be down right now. Hopefully it comes back online. Or perhaps plans exist somewhere out in the ether.
Designed on good machine tool principles, the machine incorporates dovetail slides and an Acme screw and nut for the auto feed cross slide The main components are cast iron, with mild steel used for shafts and small details. With the exception of the bed plate, most machining can be done on a 3″...
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