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Use the grbl (mm) (*.g-code) post processor in Vectric. You can still design in inches - it should correctly convert units and put the right code...
@Andrew59 started asking me for help on this, but not having a grbl machine or using blackbox or OB control I thought it better he should seek...
Google it (including part number) Zoro have it for $2.86. Alex.
Yes - X and Y are set at the centre of the bit. I use a 1/4" brass rod to probe XYZ (and then re-probe Z with the bit) . Alex.
Correct - the machine co-ordinate system is literally a definition of the size of your machine. All work is done in a work co-ordinate system....
For wood you could use a 1/4" shank router bit. They don't always plunge well though - they often have a "dead" section in the centre - use ramp...
Instructions for installing it (as a cloud based) post processor here ; Fusion 360: grbl post processor install (the easy way) If I remember...
Does anyone use their cnc to cut self adhesive vinyl or other very thin materials (card, polystyrene sheet). If so what methods do you use to hold...
Hi @Mike Nieman, it's my bedtime here (UK), but I'll have a look tomorrow if no one else chips in. Alex.
Are you using this post proessor? Fusion 360: grbl post processor install (the easy way) Alex.
May be an obvious question, but when you checked a motor on Y did you change the lead at the blackbox end? (always power off before disconnecting...
Sounds as though you have one (out of the four) poor connection on your Y motor. Alex.
As @Giarc said, SPAM have been known to supply steppers from different manufacturers in the same kit - check the pairs of wires for each coil...
The fixed end of the Y drag chain needs to be close to where you want to put the controller or at the point where you want the cables to emerge if...
Just to add to what others have said, at the end furthest from the motor the important thing is that the leadscrew goes completely through the...
Two blocks performs the same function - one presses against one side of the thread on the leadscrew and the other presses against the other side,...
I did! Thanks! The link was to the right thing though. Alex.
If it helps, on a workbee from Ooznest (old version) 1000 mm C-beam on Y axis, + 2 x 6mm end plates + flexible coupler, leadscrew = 1040 mm. Alex.
I'm afraid those Nema17's are not really suitable for your machine - you really need to think about upgrading to Nema34's with a rated current of...
Your steps/mm should be 400. you will need to calibrate your machine to get the exact figure for this but if you change that in your config.g you...
