Tell me all about the Deckel CNC 3M control
Hi all, How does the Deckel 3m compare to the Dialog 4. What are it's strong points and weaknesses. How hard is it to change over the CRT to a LCD? Paul
View ArticleTell Me about the Deckel Dialog 3 cnc control
Hi All, Looking at euro mills, trying to decide which way to go. How does the dialog 3 CNC control compare to the dialog 4, and can the 3 be upgraded to a 4? Is it easy to up grade and is it worth it?...
View ArticleDialog4 Parameter Programming Question
Anyone here know if you can use Parameter formulas/calculations, in blocks between G41/G42 (start of tool compensation) and G40 (end of tool compensation? I know you can use simple parameters inside...
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NEW (To me) Deckel FP2 arrives before BREXIT
Hi folk I've been looking for a metric Deckel FP2 for some time to replace my older imperial one. Metric ones are extremely rare to find here in England and sadly I was the under bidder on a very...
View ArticleDeckel KF-12 Electrical Diagram and Switch Box Diagram
Hi. I am looking for an electrical diagram and/including a switch box diagram for a Deckel KF-12, serial # 61537 I've managed to locate the operator's manual online. In the manual it says that the...
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Deckel Kf 2s with never seen equipment help
After a long search I found a deckel pantograph and I was surprised by two additional options from the outfit. Attached Thumbnails    Â
View ArticleStrange noise from FP2 after running in reverse!
Hi folk I'm writing this on behalf of the new owner of my "Old" FP2. He got it on Friday afternoon and like any new owner was keen to get it running. When he powered it up it ran in reverse and the...
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Deckel FP3-NC Dialog 3, possibly parting out, retrofit ideas, etc.
Started thinking about this FP3-NC Dialog 3 here for the first time in about 8 months, when I first bought it. I got it from a government lab locally, partially on impulse, partially because I have a...
View ArticleDeckel FP2 questions.
Hi all, IÂ’m looking for some opinions on a machine that IÂ’m thinking about purchasing. It is a Deckel FP2 Active, Square head. Spindle speeds up to 2500rpm serial number 2202-11203 It is a bit rough...
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First Mill - Abused Abene VHF3 - Need advice!
Hi all, My first post here. First off, I want to say I have learned a LOT from this forum - so thanks for sharing your knowledge! I have some experience with milling machines, but very little with...
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New Deckel FP2 owner
Hello All, I have been lurking the forum here for a little while while I finalized the deal but now I am an official FP2 owner. It is a 2 dial serial number 4944 which I believe makes it a 1965. I am...
View ArticleDeckel Toolholder Question: Starting from Scratch
As far as I know, for the standard vertical head on a Deckel FP1 or FP2, etc., there are three main options for the drawbar and its connection to tool holder: 1) S20 x 2mm buttress thread female socket...
View ArticleSchaublin SV12 slotting head
I noticed that someone in Switzerland is selling a Schaublin SV12 slotting head in what looks like new condition. Price seems reasonable, under 800 Euro. I have no connection to the seller, just...
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Deckel FP2A maintenance manuals, spindle problem and DNC
Hello all, I have bought a used Deckel FP2A cnc machine with Contour 3 computer and it is in very good condition. It arrived without any documentation or user manuals, so i am looking through forums to...
View ArticleWhat year was the last Generation Deckel FP2 Released
Hi all, What year was the last Generation Deckel FP2 Released? Paul
View ArticleHow to ship a FP2
Hi All, Well I have bought an FP2. Very happy! The seller has arranged for a company to build a fully enclosed crate to ship it to me. I specified a full crate as it will be in transit for about 6...
View ArticleAnyone rigged up a travel stop on an FP1 quill?
Hi, I have a project coming up that would require putting the head at an angle and repeatedly, every quarter inch or so, plunge an end-mill in the work for a depth of let's say 0.200". So, in the end,...
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Deckel FP2 - No power to X/Y/Z axis plus oil leak seepage
Hi folk Seems like my "New" FP2 is haunting me right now :rolleyes5: It arrive around a month ago and has not done any work until this morning when I started to make some brackets for my newly arrived...
View ArticleAcieraF1for sale
AcieraF1 for sale-excellent condition has all accessories and custom made head designed after the Bridgeport for accurate drilling and milling with speed control has digital readout can contact ---...
View ArticleMaho MH700 Repair and Parts
Looking at my new-to-me mill today and I have some questions I'm hoping some here can answer. Everything functions fine on the mill with the exception of the rapid traverse. I get grinding from the...
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