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1. It's a 4.2Amp motor. 2. Steppers use the most current and are strongest while at a standstill. Both current and force reduce with increase in...
Been there. If you're short on time(and have limited patience) like me then going to a Mach set-up will get you past the software and...
You would have to reconsider the belts and rails. You may have to rethink the gantry depending on how much longer you make it.
Hello, Jknight, Here's an overview checklist for you; Mechanical: Machine Frame Drive System Guide system Router mount Dust shoe(optional) and a...
Also good if there is noise present.
Untitled 1 Try following step 1 to setup Ethernet communication and see if that works.
For probing and then engraving on an uneven surface you can try Gcoderipper: G-Code Ripper Probe-it seems promising for surface and perimeter,...
Does the position change on screen when you use the arrow keys? Have you set up mach3 or did you just plug everything in?
You might get some ideas for the drive system from the following build: Area 51 CNC Parts F-117 CNC Gear Rack Drive System
Do you have the warp9 ess?
The xpro has its own GRBL setup file which takes care of the necessities the mach3 menus do. Check the xpro wiki.
Hi SkyDyno, Generally, the machine position will display in the control software run by the computer connected to the xpro. Is there any specific...
Hey Steve. Welcome. Sounds like you placed yourself in a corner and have a decision to make(been there). You have to ditch Mach3 or the xpro...
Hi Warren, If you're adding the rotary later you could get away with 1 DQ542MA for the time being. I'd put it on the x or z axis. Since your...
They'll be that cheap someday Darathy. Someday.
Hey Warren, Welcome to the forums. It's late for me, but from what I read I take it that you already have three 3amp outboard drivers and a 4...
Quick question. Do you have a mach3 license from your stepcraft machine?
Do you mean surface analyzing for machining back on to it or surface modeling based on probing information?
Garrolite G10 is a bit different than phenolic. It's fiber reinforced. Adding, it's very dimensionally stable in a wide temperature range and a...
It's not so much the machine(it can be). It's going to depend on the controller. I had a TinyG (similar to xpro) with a 24V ps that I liked, but...
