Easson 12B install details on a PM1340GT (long post)

How do you lock the cross slide with the scale in the way? I have lock the cross slide on my 1340GT all the time.
 
I don't. I slightly tightened up the gibb on the cross slide and have never had a issue with it wandering. I also always turn 'into' the part to my target number, thereby keeping the screw and nut in tension and avoid any issues with backlash.

Seems to work for me. :)
 
mksj said:
The ES-12 has been revised, the ES-12B is a vertical format and the ES-12C is a horizontal format. They both have the same functions, they both use soft keys that are specific to the menu. The older ES-12 does not have soft keys, so it has more fixed keys for things like calculator. All of these Easson DRO display units can be switched from Mill, Grinder or Lathe specifications and some of the features change based on this. They all have dedicated R/D button. On the lathe I leave mine in diameter which matches the mechanical dials, I have yet to use/need the radius and this only works on one axis. These displays are all graphical so it is easier on the eyes, and on some things like taper it will show it on the display (I have not used this function). Both the 12B and 12C are available through AliExpress for about $515 for a 3 axis system with generic glass scales and it seems like it needs some adapter for the scales. Others may sell it with Easson glass scales, which have been very good in my experience. There are also magnetic scales from other manufactures. On the lathe you would need to specify 1 micron slim scales for the cross slide.
Lathe ES-12C functions: http://www.dropros.com/DRO_PROS_Easson_Lathe_Digital_Readout_LCD.htm
Example of soft keys: http://web27.streamhoster.com/hvp/dropros/ES12CCalcL.jpg
https://www.aliexpress.com/store/pr...xis-DRO-system-and-3/1021179_32789719488.html

You only use a few functions on the DRO in the lathe configuration, unlike the mill. The only other DRO of this type that I am aware of that has more specific lathe functions is the EL700 which when used with 3 scales, has many more lathe specific features. It is also 3 times the price. There are some other fancy ones that have additional inputs and can do things like SFM, etc.
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Ditron on aliexpress sells a comparable unit with 3 scales for $438, called a d80. https://www.aliexpress.com/item/A-k...6c2b-4ab7-8e40-2206f6c87e89&priceBeautifyAB=0
 
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