No way a 1980's Deckel FP2NC vertical head would fit on a 1960's FP2 is there ?
Besides the hydraulic draw bar issue, suspect the dovetail is wider on the FP2NC ram, right ? Plus it would look rather strange....
View ArticleDeckel Jig Borer Glass scale info
I picked up a Deckel Jig Borer with the Grinding head. I do have 2 Moore Jig Borers (#2 and #3) So I'm more interested in the Grinder. Decided to clean it up, the Manuals that came with it had...
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1982 manual Aciera F4 with power drawbar
This is the first time I have seen any reference to an F4 with a power drawbar. It looks like it does not take DIN 2080 pullstuds. I have some NMTB40 tooling for my F4 that has 2080 notches so I can...
View ArticleFP1 weeping oil from Z ways
My FP1 is weeping some oil from the Z (knee) ways. This happens even if the machine is not in use, so I am thinking it is because a reservoir fills when the gears are running and this is still being...
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"Lego" fixturing FP4NC (large w/photos)
Quiet on the Deckel forum this AM, so i thought some of you might get a chuckle from this setup... Job is a transmission case from a 1914 Mercer. Lots of problems here with this reproduction case that...
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deckel fp1 coolant pump schematic
Early Fp1 9#30867) just arrived and no coolant pump. I would be grateful if anyone has a schematic or photo of this item. Also, would appreciate any leads on a replacement pump. Thank you. Attached...
View ArticleDialog console pushbutton switches - are new switches available?
Anyone have a source for new Rafi switches for the Dialog operator console? Or an effective way of making them work properly? I've tried cleaning them with contact cleaner which works for some, but...
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Deckel GK21 parts and setup help
After searching for awhile for a decent priced Deckel GK21 in great shape.. i finally scored one. It just arrived today,but not well. It seems part of the pulley bracket arm is missing,it was there in...
View ArticleFitting bellows reduces FP1 travel?
My machine has lost all of it's bellows, so I am thinking about replacing them. When I measured them up, it seems that fitting bellows, because they still have some width in their fully collapsed...
View ArticleWanted: Connectors for Dialog control cabinet
Hi, I'm trying to come up with a turn-key Dialog control retrofit and am in need of the the connectors between the control and the machine. Most important are X9 and X15, which are both Weidmuller STV,...
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Where do gears come from?
Oh, right here. I thought Id share my latest efforts with the small Maho unit. I am making up additional change gears for the spiral milling unit I picked up. The unit came to me with only 6 of the 32...
View ArticleWTB/ One tool holder, for Maho
I have a used Maho MH600E ,with manual tool changer , ( that means ME ), the machine is in mint condition , but I do not a single tool nor retention knob . I am hunting someone whom might have a tool...
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Iron Tour 2015 - Lots of pics
Some of you may remember the gorgeous pictures Martin P posted a few years ago on this forum under title Deckel Pics II A first tour project was then discussed with a few members here, that sadly...
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Went to go look at a Diamond found somthing in the rough
Hi again, you might remember me from my previous thread Bought two Rivetts, well two turned more into four. Now I'll get on topic, I went to go see a Diamond M-24, and it was in rough shape. One T-slot...
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Project: DIY force gauge for testing vise
Ever since I fixed the 1960s Hilma 125mm hydraulic vise that came with my mill, I have been wondering if it is working correctly. In other words, does it generate 3.5 metric tons of clamping force as...
View ArticleFP3 with Morse Taper spindle?
Did any FP3's come with a morse taper spindle? I am looking at possibly getting another FP. The machine in question looks to be an early model and is listed has having a morse taper spindle. This might...
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Maho MH 1000 - your thoughts
Hi all, Other that they are worshipped by some, I know nothing about Maho Machines. Would anybody care to have a look at this specimen (MH1000) and voice their opinion as to model, vintage, reputation...
View ArticleLastest Ebay FP1 ever?
Deckel FP1 TNC123 Heidenhain Mit Zubehör Guter Zustand Bj 1998 Top in in Pforzheim | eBay Looks a bit abused, but the price was competitive.
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Chasing acollet for an early Thiel 158
Hello all, I'm not sure if this is the correct place for this post but as it relates to a euro mill it seemed to be appropriate. I have an early Thiel Duplex 158 which I believe dates to the mid to...
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