Awaiting (non too patiently) on my new Ooznest Workbee's arrival. Anyday now... probably, maybe
In the meantime I have made my Spoiler-board and re-commissioned and old Laptop back to a virginal state in preparation
All that's left to do now is to build another worktable and clear out the garage space...
"Cant Wait" @Ryan Lock hahahahaha
Regards
C

 

I think I'm going to stick with Cut2D in the first instance @GrayUK, simply because I have purchased it with the machine (when it arrives) and I've already knocked about with the trial version of which I find it fairly easy to navigate.....then with a view to upgrading the software once I know what I'm actually doing, baby steps as they say...but I wont rule out using other programs as and when if they offer ease of use and functionality and of course value...I was advised by Ooznest to go with a more professional package from the outset but finances negated that option and I need to learn the basics first...so as I say I will walk the upgrade path as and when I need to...thanks for your input BTW.

 

I have the 1010 workbee with duet controller. Homing works perfectly, but when jogging towards an axis limit switch the switch has no effect. I discovered this because I have a faulty mouse (one click sometimes registers as two). Is this supposed to happen? Is there a fix (whether it's supposed to happen or not)
Alex.

 

Is it the same switch as you use for homing? Do you have Limits enabled in the Duet? This is usually a different enable than homing switches.
Not really familiar with the Duet, what front end program are you using?

MG

 

I only have homing limit switches. The front end is duet web control. The manual for that says "by default an axis will not be allowed to move outside the printer dimensions.." I will check these tomorrow but jogging definitely tried to take my x axis past 0.
Alex.

 

If you only have homing switches on one end of each axis, they usually don't act as limit switches since you need 2 switches per axis for limits. Some controllers have soft limits, ie you set the position of the limit in software. For this you need to enter the X,Y, and Z max travels in the software. That quote doesn't mean much, because the printer can't physically move outside it's own dimensions anyway.

Homing, Hard Limits, and Soft limits are all enabled in software separately. You would normally only have one of soft or hard limits enabled at a time...

MG

 

Thanks Metalguru. Soft limits were part of the problem - they were effectively turned off - see below. The "printer" can't physically move outside it's own dimensions, but this is a workbee cnc router and it can do a lot of damage trying.

Problem solved! The duet has a setting to allow moves if the axes have not been homed - I don't know whether this is a default setting in the firmware or part of the firmware supplied by Oozenest, but it MUST be unticked. Also the machine dimensions supplied by Oozenest are optimistic - I had to change the Y dimension in config.g to 760 instead of 770. The machine now refuses to jog past the limits of its work area.

 

Typical newbie question regarding a screw driven Workbee...do I need to lubricate my threaded bars with anything such as Grease, Silicone etc etc...Please advise which products (if any) are the best for this purpose
Regards
C

 

Don't use grease or any petroleum based product, as it will just attract dust and make a huge mess. I use a product called:

WD40 Specialist Dry Lube

It's a spray, but the solvent evaporates and leaves a dry teflon film. It's amazing how well it lubricates, there is a huge difference in friction before and after. I just spray some on a small paint brush, and brush the screws as the machine is moving. It dries completely and does not attract dust.

I also use it on the wheels, and v-slots where the wheels run. Makes an amazing difference in friction. I has no effect on the polycarbonate, unlike petroleum based lubes like WD40 and others that will cause the wheels to crack.

 

Thanks @Metalguru ...solid sound advice appreciated
Regards
C

 

Hey everyone. I love this forum. So much good information!!

Just curious, how much of a difference will there be in terms of rigidity in the 20”x40” workbee vs the 40”x40”?

Any thoughts would be appreciated!

 

Quite a bit. There is a beam flex calculator somewhere here, anyone remember where it is?

In general, the shorter the beam, the stiffer it is, within its limitations.

MG

 

Thanks MG!

After hearing that I think I’ll just upgrade to 30” x 40”. I really don’t need a 40x40 anyway, but Tim Allen is sitting on my shoulder telling me bigger is better!

 

With the rest of my Workbee (Rails etc) due to be delivered this morning (Parcelforce anomaly) and the eagerness of a novice keen to get this show on the road...Unboxing aside...
Quick question, How many hours (rough guestimate) should it take to build the mechanical side of a !000mmx750mm Screw Driven Workbee in one sitting...Please
Regards
C

 

Depends how quick you are at twiddling Allen keys . It took me about 8 hours spread over two days, but see my build report about tools. Allen headed screwdriver bits speeded things up quite a lot, re threading T nuts (hopefully you won't have to do this) slowed things down.
Good luck, Alex.

 

Cheers @Alex Chambers ...Parcel No.2 has just arrived....time to cook lol

 

Usually takes me about 12 hours with all the wiring and electronics, spoil board, testing, calibration, etc. But I've done it a few dozen times.

MG

 

Cheers @Ryan Lock appreciated
as was the candy did somebody have to wrestle that Drumstick of ya!

 

If it took you that long @Metalguru it will take me until the end of March hahahaha

 

I don't work that hard...

MG

 

Quick question Can I add a Build to its proper section even though its not finished and keep going back to add and edit it after its published?
Hope that makes sense...I would like to catalogue this build warts and all as it might help others at some point in time
Regards
C

 

Yes. You can wait until the end to publish it, it will remain in memory but only you will be able to see it.

You can publish it and go back and edit it any time you like.

You can put the status down as "Build in Progress" until you are finished, then change it to "Build Complete".

MG

 

Thanks @Metalguru ..I might as well go public for a little humour lol
Which Build Licence do I choose, I just want to share my experience

 

The first one in the list is the most open.

MG

 

Thanks again @Metalguru

Chapter 1 Verse 1
Whosoever suggested that you spend two whole hours de-bagging, pushing bearings and shims into circular hoops shall be met with fire and brimstone, for it is written...hahahaha
Talk amongst yourselves this may take some time.

Nuff said.....

 

Good start Colin. You now have a lot of very useful zip close bags and almost all the 5mm nylock nuts you need to build your machine. Put it all in a build report though - it will keep all your experiences together and be easier to follow. I am expecting to be at home most of tomorrow so feel free to contact me if you get stuck on anything.
Alex.