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Posted: 4/26/2021 5:53:04 PM EDT
I've had this machine for about 12 years. Never put power to it. I planned on doing a control retrofit to use as a second op machine but I really don't need it or have the space for it.

If someone here could use it, please take it. You would just need to pick it up in Newark, DE. I have it bolted to 4x4 skids and I have a forklift to move it around. I've moved it between locations on a rollback.

This is the machine in my garage about 10 years ago. I used to go out every once in a while and give it a coat of oil with a paint brush, but It's been sitting unmaintained for about 8 years now. Last I checked the ways and screws still looked fine. I can get some current pictures tomorrow.

Link Posted: 4/26/2021 9:11:02 PM EDT
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What controller, does it accept G code or conversational only?  Spindle taper?

Just some Q's that an interested party may have...
Link Posted: 4/26/2021 9:24:58 PM EDT
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Man that brings back memories.  I cut my teeth on one of those.   Hope it finds a good home.
Link Posted: 4/27/2021 10:40:01 AM EDT
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What controller, does it accept G code or conversational only?  Spindle taper?

Just some Q's that an interested party may have...
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Spindle is Erickson Quick Change #30 NMTB.

I tossed the tape reader years ago.

I think it's a Boss 5 or 6. Never really looked since they all suck and I planned on replacing the control and steppers anyway.

There are retrofit kits available from Centroid if you don't want a complete DIY: https://www.centroidcnc.com/bridgeport_boss.htm
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