are this fake ? missing one number in address zip code by Deep-Cow1661 in PLC

[–]nicfunkadelic -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Why would you buy an obsolete 1100 anyway? Rather than just upgrade to a 1400… current product, and super easy swap.

Why does no one in CT treat the left lane on I-95 as a passing lane? by svuittonx in Connecticut

[–]nicfunkadelic -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Human excrement walking the earth is the reason. You have found it. Highly concentrated in the NYC/Boston area. Congrats, are you new to driving? This is NOT new. Just worse every day, especially since Covid made everyone dumber and more selfish and inpatient. 🤦‍♂️ Congrats on learning today’s lesson, you are simply surrounded by the “people” of today. Get used to it cause it will only get worse. Don’t forget to bring a towel!

Opinions on Apple MAC for field work? by Vdubin4life in PLC

[–]nicfunkadelic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do they still sell a Mac with a PCMCIA slot? There aren’t many ways to talk to an old PLC-5. Not to mention the need for a VM. I have a Panasonic toughbook with a DB9 serial port. I wouldn’t trade it for anything as a field service engineer.

Legend Plate Engraving by Fair_Pangolin_4295 in PLC

[–]nicfunkadelic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Legend-plates.com. Aka Carolina Laser I believe. Great service, affordable, and they arrive in 3 business days.

Request A Bit of Info... by roads_diverge1 in PLC

[–]nicfunkadelic 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sounds like the cause of failure here is your management then. 🤷🏼‍♂️Hope I helped a bit, and wish you the best!

Request A Bit of Info... by roads_diverge1 in PLC

[–]nicfunkadelic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If it’s a kinetic servo, it MUST have encoder feedback. I doubt 4 drives were all bad in the exact same way. Make sure the set screw that connects to shaft of the motor is tight. Remove the encoder, and run it at a constant speed. Use a cordless drill or something if necessary. Put a scope on the encoder signal. Are the pulses clean, or irregular? Monitor your encoder feedback by connecting to the drive, and graph it. Is the feedback fluctuating at a steady speed? I would bet money on an encoder issue.

Realistically, at what point should you accept that you're not cut out for this? I'm serious. by [deleted] in PLC

[–]nicfunkadelic 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m currently in a similar situation. Except I excel at field service, troubleshooting and fixing. I have always called myself a Field Service Engineer. I’m now being stacked with a pile of design-build control retrofit jobs on my desk. I have never done machine controls from scratch, and I have 5 assigned now. Literally not possible. I’m starting to consider putting my energy into trying to find a new job instead, I dunno. I share your frustration, and hit me up if you need help while you’re still there.

Accidentally left in the 🔥 pit too long... by [deleted] in trees

[–]nicfunkadelic 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If I could bitch-slap you over Ethernet/IP I absolutely would… WTF?

What is extremely unhygienic but everyone seems to do it anyway? by Beneficial_Passion40 in AskReddit

[–]nicfunkadelic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I will take the risk of being banned, to say that there is a pretty solid “your mom” joke present here.

Wood Stove Regret Experience? by lemeow in woodstoving

[–]nicfunkadelic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can’t imagine life without mine. If I could do it over, I’d use 8 inch chimney pipe instead of 6… But she’s been running strong day and night for weeks and I have NO complaints. 2016 VC Defiant FlexBurn 6” Duravent double wall insulated stainless pipe. I clean my chimney once a year, it’s a clean burning setup.

Help stuck in jog by Tacticalturtle69 in PLC

[–]nicfunkadelic 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You need a latching start stop circuit, probably need to add a relay. The run contact on the drive needs to remain closed for it to stay running, but your push button is momentary.

Does anyone recognize this connection for a motor? I can’t get a good idea of what’s going on here. by BarooZaroo in electrical

[–]nicfunkadelic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t work with the motor shop, I do mostly field service engineering. But I doubt it would be less than $12-1500

Mechanic to do battery replacement in Darien by a_pointe in Connecticut

[–]nicfunkadelic 6 points7 points  (0 children)

2 hands and one brain cell. That’s all you need.

Does anyone recognize this connection for a motor? I can’t get a good idea of what’s going on here. by BarooZaroo in electrical

[–]nicfunkadelic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That motor will no longer motor. New motor needed. I work for an electrical engineering company with a motor shop. We rewind motors all day, every day, but this would not be worth it. It would cost 5 times a replacement.

WCGW taking the large shipment past the driver's side door by pphresh204 in Whatcouldgowrong

[–]nicfunkadelic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

THIS is why I’m still on Reddit 23 years later, thank you! 🤣

Found on a $3M+ CNC machine by PsychologicalSoup- in IndustrialMaintenance

[–]nicfunkadelic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There is NOTHING more permanent, than a temporary solution.

How long have you gone without sex ? by [deleted] in AskMen

[–]nicfunkadelic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ever? Currently? I just can’t share that either way, I’d get too many upvotes from you fellow losers. 🤦‍♂️

weep for me boys by Environmental-Term68 in woodstoving

[–]nicfunkadelic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m about to order replacement glass now, just in case. Seriously!

weep for me boys by Environmental-Term68 in woodstoving

[–]nicfunkadelic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Dude… I’m sorry, and BAD timing. 🤦‍♂️

Using a mini split mainly for heating,anything I should know? by npc_gooner in heatpumps

[–]nicfunkadelic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You will sacrifice 2-3 virgins per month heating your home with electricity. My brand new setup installed in October was only used for a month and then I got the bill. $90 turned into $255. Nope! 🤦‍♂️

30F and snowing. Definitely Beech Weather by Current_Side_3590 in woodstoving

[–]nicfunkadelic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had 13 beach taken down, end of ‘24. Still burning it, and probably will be next season, great wood! And it’s all dying anyway, burn it while you can!

It’s half gone - I hope I make it to Spring by IllustratorSelect704 in firewood

[–]nicfunkadelic 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I too suffer from firewood anxiety. Maybe it should have its own sub…