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Yup, I hear what you're saying
Direct drive means removing the mechanical variable speed hardware, and replace it with fixed pulleys.
http://www.hobby-machinist.com/threads/mill-spindle-direct-drive-conversion.49130/
No, that's a static phase converter
Ah okay, so I guess I hadn't heard anything about them.
I can assure you that I will not be converting it to a direct drive LOL. That is way too much work, and, I havn't even got a chance to use the mill yet. I installed the VFD no problem, I just need to finish programming it.
Remember in one of my other posts where I made the schematic for the table screw extension that I bought? I got the power feed installed to about 80% complete. The extension was sliding back and forth on the screw even with everything installed and tight. So instead of drilling/taping/blah blah I bought some thrust bearings and various shims (so I didn't have to place any more orders) to stop the lateral movement. There is a woodruff key in place to stop the extension from spinning on the screw. It's a cheesy fix, but it was physically easier for me.
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