How do you feed the sawblade through the stone and then put it back together?
@GregsStoneYard24 күн бұрын
The sawblade is actually a steel cable, with beads that have diamond on them. At either end of the cable, a connector is crimped on. The two ends then thread into each other to connect the cable.
@d455aveАй бұрын
Where do you buy the diamond wire?
@GregsStoneYardАй бұрын
There are many places that sell it. You can try Miles Supply, Husqvarna Construction, Grand Quartz, Derusha Supply. You can also get wire from China. It varies from $40-$60USD/meter.
@50dboАй бұрын
I really want to build one for a different project all together…. Rough ball park on what that cost?
@GregsStoneYardАй бұрын
China is probably the cheapest/fastest. Price is around $30K USD plus shipping/tariffs for a CNC one. To build one yourself, it all depends on how complicated you want it. All you need is a way to move the saw up/down (I've see others use an old forklift mast, or an automotive hoist/lift). You can buy pulley wheels from China for fairly cheap, or I've seen someone use trailer tires, and just run the wire in a groove in the tire.
@PumpiPieАй бұрын
Any update? 😊
@GregsStoneYardАй бұрын
I was just outside using it... but nothing to post about yet. I've acquired a Banner Engineering XS-26 safety controller, 3 sets of light curtains, and wrote a bunch of code to integrate Ethernet/IP with FUXA (HMI software). So I can visualize the spindle motor controls/load, and see the status of safety stuff. I "just" need to wire it all up :)
@PumpiPieАй бұрын
@@GregsStoneYard coool 😁👍
@RichardJanulawicz-gc5kbАй бұрын
Nice
@frozenwalkway2 ай бұрын
im guessing you gotta buy special bits for this
@GregsStoneYard2 ай бұрын
Bits intended for stone, yes. This one I'm using is called a "Stubbing wheel". It's a diamond impregnated milling wheel.
@ryanmartin43952 ай бұрын
You got Jarvis doing all the hard work good job Tony Stark
@OzkAltBldgCo-bv8tt2 ай бұрын
Anyways I'm supposed to we're supposed to be building the kingdom of God right now it looks something like the Machu Picchu stones with a free-form Adobe stacked on top of it and garden walls around every home I've got to have one of these machines. The seven wonders of the ancient world are going to be the norm throughout the Kingdom of God they'll be raised beds everywhere floating gardens on lakes and ponds Hanging gardens from the Garden Wall you got solar pumps here and water Rams there. Rooftop patio greenhouses all over the place. And below ground greenhouses too. Anyways my name is Scott I live down in the Ozarks of Missouri here's my address and phone number do you have any interest in selling one of these please get ahold of me I have the weight of the world on my shoulders a responsibility to lead everyone to build the Kingdom of God. In the book of Daniel 2:44 it tells us that kingdom is coming and it's going to smash out all of the kingdoms before it. 3108 county Road 3370 mountain view Missouri 65548 14172870585 call anytime friend.
Great job! You forgot to mention that this is a one-of-a-kind product. And closer to art than to a mass-produced product. And pricing in art is completely different. From my experience I will say that my clients are less worried about the price than about the uniqueness of the product. And what could be more unique than a pattern created by nature? Beautiful
@GregsStoneYard5 ай бұрын
Hi Denis. I hate trying to sell stuff :) I'm happy that you are able to find clients. For now this is mostly a hobby for me. And I agree ,it's the natural beauty of the stone that really shines through.
@madeofstone76195 ай бұрын
Great job as always. I looked at your work on your website, it’s very beautiful! You manage not to spoil but to emphasize the natural beauty of the stone. And this is not as simple as it seems. Bravo. And by the way, I advise you to try powders instead of a buff. I saw you use TENAX products. I believe they have powders. The powder removes fine dust well that gets clogged into the pores of the stone. The technique is the same as with a buff, only you use a felt disc with a little water and you also need to “heat” the stone while polishing. You will get "depth" of polishing and mirror finish.
@GregsStoneYard5 ай бұрын
Hello Denis. Thank you for the kind words. I will try the powders. Getting a better polish is something I want to do. Thanks.
@madeofstone76195 ай бұрын
You are expanding the horizons of what can be done with a diamond wire saw.))) Great job!
@GregsStoneYard5 ай бұрын
Thanks Denis. Mostly I just copy what the Italians have already done :)
@madeofstone76196 ай бұрын
Great video. I noticed when you cut shapes, the guide rollers do not change their position following the direction of the wire. Are there any problems with this?
@GregsStoneYard6 ай бұрын
I have purchased parts (servos, gearboxes with hollow shaft) and figured out the math (I think) to calculate the rotation (normal to the direction of travel)... HOWEVER as you see just leaving them in place they work well enough. The liners wear faster than if the wheels stayed normal to travel. It's on my list of things to make better :) but for now the robot takes up my spare time. FWIW on the first Italian CNC saws the guide wheels did not move.
@GregsStoneYard6 ай бұрын
Also I should mention, that when doing wire profiling (CNC cutting) I generally cut a bit slower (feed rate), than if just cutting straight down making slabs. For wire cutting there is always a "bow" in the wire. So the center of the cut always lags the edges. If you have too much bow the center will not have the same shape as the edges. The CAM software also compensates for this by slowing the feed rate for changes of direction. But I also cut slower so there is less bow, you can't go too slow or the cut will be rough. If I were to go too fast there is a risk the wire would jump off the guide wheels since they do not follow the cut.
@madeofstone76196 ай бұрын
Thank you. @@GregsStoneYard
@madeofstone76196 ай бұрын
I decided to watch all your videos. You have something close to me, not a sterile stone factory like in Germany, but one person trying to make incredible things with his own hands. Using what he has, rather than complaining about what he doesn't have. I love your videos!
@GregsStoneYard6 ай бұрын
Yes I am watching your videos now too! You are more advanced than me. Most of what I have spent my time on, has been the wire saw. I don't know much about milling stone...
@madeofstone76195 ай бұрын
This is the beauty of KZfaq)) I learn from you about wire machines, and share my knowledge about stone milling))@@GregsStoneYard
@madeofstone76196 ай бұрын
Yes please. More videos about the robot!))) Seriously, I would like to hear your feedback when you have more time working with this equipment. Is it worth it, pros and cons. Great video as always. Thank you
@madeofstone76196 ай бұрын
Great video.)) Have you tried working on granite with this saw?
@madeofstone76196 ай бұрын
Wow! I am impressed! Not so much the product itself, although it is very beautiful, but rather the clever way you use your tools. I also process stone so I know what I'm talking about. Bravo! If you want, you can take a look at my channel. But it's not as impressive as yours.) Did you build your wire machine yourself? It's my dream to build something similar.
@nicolaslanzoni93856 ай бұрын
Fucking jumpscares in the middle of the video
@CharlesGriffith19656 ай бұрын
its a beautiful piece...
@PumpiPie6 ай бұрын
yes 😀😀 Please more videos regarding spindle, electrical and software xD 👍👍👍👍😊😊
@GregsStoneYard6 ай бұрын
Thanks for commenting!
@GaetanoCostanza7 ай бұрын
Nice video
@joelmason68187 ай бұрын
yes...
@GregsStoneYard7 ай бұрын
Yes! Thanks for the comment 😀
@joelmason68187 ай бұрын
If you could do a video of the cost breakdowns and stuff, that would be cool also. Something else would be a demonstration of it doing some wood and metal work. If ever I can get a robot like that, I definitely will! Thx.
@GregsStoneYard7 ай бұрын
@@joelmason6818 Hi Joel. OK I will. I hope to do some wood with it. I'm in Canada and it's winter right now, so it's covered under a tarp until spring. But I'm researching and buying the right bits etc.
@sundaynobody7 ай бұрын
super cool! not enough content like this
@GregsStoneYard7 ай бұрын
Thanks, glad you enjoyed it.
@randomrouting7 ай бұрын
Fun to see! Recently bought a 6650s and have had a great time so far. Thanks for sharing! And yes, more robovids please :)
@OzoneFineArtVentures7 ай бұрын
This is seriously so exciting to see. Robot dreams do come true! What an amazing tool to have and command to create your visions. I love that we got the full walk through on the bits that run the fun. Yes, would love to see more about the robot and the config, it's all so informative and cool. We'd love to have you back on the podcast when you're ready to chat about this and what you've been up to!
@GregsStoneYard7 ай бұрын
Hi Karen, don't peak at the other comments or you'll find out what I've been up too! Once these slabs are polished I'll reveal all :) It has been a struggle getting this far. Currently on hold for winter to pass.
@yannismavrogiannidis5837 ай бұрын
Hello . That is great machine .Do you intent to utilize it for polishing granite?Or will you try to use it as milling-shaping machine?Excellent
@GregsStoneYard7 ай бұрын
Hopefully both. The grinding/polishing was the first use I had so what I tested it with. But I hope to do sculpture with it.
@yannismavrogiannidis5837 ай бұрын
what cam software you think is best for this task? @@GregsStoneYard
@GregsStoneYard7 ай бұрын
@@yannismavrogiannidis583 Right now I am using Fusion 360 that has a post processor for ABB robots. But it does not do simulation and it does not support external axis (rotating table). I would really like to try SprutCAM but they quoted me $15kUSD for a license. It looks really good because it does both the CAM and the robot simulation.
@gamalao7 ай бұрын
Does it live outside?
@canadiangemstones76367 ай бұрын
Fantastic tool! Is that a slab of BIF you’re flattening?
@GregsStoneYard7 ай бұрын
Hi, no it's Arizona Petrified wood.
@forestreese17047 ай бұрын
How well does the robot deal with water?
@stirlingfromla7 ай бұрын
A photo of the finished surface would've been nice, and the fact that you didn't include it, is just mine blowing.
@calebshull72458 ай бұрын
What did you do to fix this issue? I’m having the same problem, I’ve replaced the brake switch 2 times and still getting that fault
@OzkAltBldgCo-bv8tt8 ай бұрын
I need to know how to build one of these because I know how to build free form adobe houses that have cord Wood Walls filled in with Adobe bamboo and pine.
@user-sx6iv9hl1h8 ай бұрын
disconnect the e-brake and take the whole knuckle .. to a press
@GregsStoneYard8 ай бұрын
If you watch my other video, I do the whole complete rear suspension, both sides, with new wheel bearings and backing plates.
@user-fs2dv1en5j8 ай бұрын
Well done Greg
@MrChubbyHubby.9 ай бұрын
That is amazing and awesome Greg's Stone Yard, holy schist Dude! I think you may be my Rock Spirit Animal, well done sir.
@GregsStoneYard9 ай бұрын
Thanks, glad you liked it.
@MrChubbyHubby.9 ай бұрын
Sweet build, and you earn a sub just for the fact that you like big rocks! Good man! Thank you for showing us.
@user-fs2dv1en5j9 ай бұрын
Thanks Greg Best regards Ivan
@user-fs2dv1en5j9 ай бұрын
Well done Greg,I do similar work in New Zealand using boulders Greg,can you tell me who us the manufacturer of that polishing machine ? I'm interested in getting one Keep up good work and thanks for sharing Regards Ivan
@GregsStoneYard9 ай бұрын
Hi Ivan, it is called the StoneChat, made by Centaur Machines here in Canada. It's expensive but well built. I have had over 400lbs of weight on it, running for hours on end, trying to grind a very hard stone. The company makes floor polishing machines, this is just one of those with a short handle. So you could look for a floor polishing machine. Here in North America all the floor polishers use the same "drive". The bottom disk I use is 13" and has 6 4" pads.
@ChrisRiche9 ай бұрын
Now I know why my stone fire pit was so freaking expensive. I'm feeling a lot better about the price. Nice work on that one.
@OzkAltBldgCo-bv8tt9 ай бұрын
I need to learn how to build one of these so that I can cut the stone that stacks on top my freeform Adobe cabins that have greenhouse roofs
@NelsonImprovement10 ай бұрын
Well, that escalated quickly! Nicely done!
@GregsStoneYard10 ай бұрын
Thanks, seems quick but I've been working on the wiring since March :)
@glennguillory91126 ай бұрын
How much did this cost ?
@mattamiller10 ай бұрын
Exciting addition Greg
@stephenking978910 ай бұрын
bruh, wat u trynna do?
@GregsStoneYard10 ай бұрын
I was doing a tooldata->Define using the 4 points + Z. This is one of the points. The tool that I have in the spindle has another piece that attaches to it, that is used to grind stone. It's ring shaped and it wears, so I set the TCP to be center of the holder. Then after doing the Define, I adjusted the X offset (as the spindle is rotated 90 degrees about Y from tool0) by the thickness of the ring (I add 10mm). The error values displayed at the end of the define were: 0.55mm max, min 0.22, mean of 0.34mm. When I put it in orient jog mode it seems to jog around the point well. I know this is usually done with a pointed tool in the holder but: I wanted to make sure I got the tool oriented plumb/normal, that's easier with a flat tool, the only pointed tool I had wasn't very pointed and difficult to line up. But if you think this is wrong, please let me know. I want to learn if I'm doing something wrong. Thanks.
@skfh310 ай бұрын
LOL installed wrong for 50 years?!
@GregsStoneYard10 ай бұрын
Another piece had lots of roofing cement along a seam. It should last well over 100 years if installed correctly. Lots of wrong work has been done maintenance wise to the buildings, incorrect mortar etc. But yes, I should have said "may have been installed incorrectly". It could be the roof came off to do other work. I just saw the roofing cement on it figured the roof had failed in some way, as there should never be a reason for roofing cement with a copper roof.
@NelsonImprovement10 ай бұрын
I'm excited to see how you utilize this with your cnc wire saw!
@GregsStoneYard10 ай бұрын
Me too! Just hope I can get it all working, still lots to do. Thanks for watching.
@666dynomax10 ай бұрын
you got a tracklist for whatever you're playing there??
@GregsStoneYard10 ай бұрын
No, unfortunately :)
@wuspoppin656410 ай бұрын
Why would you need an industrial robot in your backyard though