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  1. IPAV
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    Lead 1010 How to find z-axis maximum travel

    My work has a Lead 1010 from before I was hired. They modified it to give the machine more build height, but haven't changed the GRBL Settings....
    Thread by: IPAV, Mar 19, 2025, 1 replies, in forum: General Talk
  2. Cor053
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    Post processor causes Z-Axis crash

    I am using a Blackbox X32. Generating the gcode, using Fusion 360 and the appropriate post processor from OB, for my first CNC plasma cutter...
    Thread by: Cor053, Feb 18, 2025, 7 replies, in forum: OpenBuilds Forum Help
  3. GS76
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    Openbuilds X32 Blackboard - G1 G-code in the Z-axis would not move

    To whom it may concern: This morning after weeks of operation, I had strange behaviour occur. I would be sending G-code commands in this...
    Thread by: GS76, Dec 30, 2023, 11 replies, in forum: Controller Boards
  4. Bferster
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    Z-axis stopped working!

    I have a CNC that uses the Openbuilds controller. All of a sudden, the motor just stutters when asked to move. I swapped the X and X axis cables,...
    Thread by: Bferster, May 12, 2023, 2 replies, in forum: CNC Mills/Routers
  5. honza1r
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    Z-axis does not home to limit switch

    I am trying to build my own CNC router using arduino Uno + CNC Shield and running grbl 1.1f. Everything works as expected, X and Y axis home...
    Thread by: honza1r, Dec 4, 2022, 4 replies, in forum: OpenBuilds Forum Help
  6. Puck Sangster
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    Acro Z-axis

    Hello, I am currently building a machine to measure coördinates in the X, Y and Z-axis. I think i can use the Acro 1510, this meets my X and Y...
    Thread by: Puck Sangster, Nov 16, 2022, 3 replies, in forum: CNC Mills/Routers
  7. Tterbo
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    Z Axis gradually rising during build

    Hello all, Sorry if this is post is duplicative but I couldn't find another post that had this specific question. My issue may be weird in that...
    Thread by: Tterbo, May 1, 2022, 5 replies, in forum: CNC Mills/Routers
  8. sjashe
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    Interface.. calibration

    I am looking at updating/replacing the Z-axis I understand calibration in Control.. but does that automatically apply to the Interface? Or is...
    Thread by: sjashe, Dec 8, 2021, 6 replies, in forum: CNC Mills/Routers
  9. Shawn Ray
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    Z-axis Orientation Question

    Is there any advantage to mounting the Z-axis standard direction vs reversed? Standard [ATTACH] Reversed [ATTACH] Would like to hear any...
    Thread by: Shawn Ray, Nov 23, 2021, 0 replies, in forum: CNC Mills/Routers
  10. Rocío Bartolomé
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    Z-axis doesn't homing

    Hi all, I'm relatively new on this and I hope someone kind can help me. I'm running my grl using an Arduino UNO. I just connected each pin...
    Thread by: Rocío Bartolomé, May 26, 2021, 3 replies, in forum: Control Software
  11. l4g0
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    Which size and material V-Wheels should I get for the Z-axis?

    Hello friends! Hope you are having a beautiful day ;-) I am going to do my best to keep my question simple and to the point: - Currently working...
    Thread by: l4g0, Mar 22, 2021, 1 replies, in forum: 3D printers
  12. Wayne Pennington
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    Z-Axis HW and Float Mechanism for New Plasma Build

    Please recommend a floating z-axis solution. I am assembling a new CNC machine for plasma cutting. It is planned to use a "C-Beam® XLarge Linear...
    Thread by: Wayne Pennington, Sep 4, 2020, 4 replies, in forum: CNC Mills/Routers
  13. JP Scott
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    Jog Knob Question

    Hi. can anyone give me the length of the Jog Knob SKU 2040-Set? I need to order 8mm leadscrew and want to make I've taken it into account. Oh,...
    Thread by: JP Scott, Jun 17, 2020, 6 replies, in forum: General Talk
  14. OxCarver
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    xPro V3 on OX cnc - no Z axis

    I think the good ol' xProV3 is finally giving up. Although the LED indicators on the board acted glitchy I had assurances that the Y axis and the...
    Thread by: OxCarver, Mar 25, 2020, 3 replies, in forum: Controller Boards
  15. ImpressCNC
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    Homing Cycle Issue - Z Axis doesn't home

    Hi all, Having trouble with the Z-axis when I run a homing cycle in CONTROL v1.0.149. The Z-axis doesn't even move when I hit Home All, though I...
    Thread by: ImpressCNC, Apr 6, 2019, 10 replies, in forum: Control Software
  16. Federico Giovine
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    xPro Controller Board Proximity Sensor

    I am planning to build a laser cutter using a 100W CO2 laser and an xPro board. So far, it seems like it can control the laser's power with PWM no...
    Thread by: Federico Giovine, Jul 2, 2018, 1 replies, in forum: Controller Boards
  17. Srednasoft
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    Z-axis working height

    Hi, I'm new to the Opnebuilds machines. I have X-Carve 500 today, but I'm looking for a new machine to build with lead or ball screws instead of...
    Thread by: Srednasoft, Aug 6, 2017, 2 replies, in forum: CNC Mills/Routers
  18. BobC
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    Z-Axis support question

    Hi all - I'm new to this forum, so apologise if this has been addressed before somewhere. I am looking to build a vertical elevator for a model...
    Thread by: BobC, Apr 7, 2017, 5 replies, in forum: General Talk
  19. Mariano79
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    Newbie confusion on CBeam - Z axis 6 or 1,25 inches?

    Hello to all, Im new to cnc and evaluating to buy C-Beam. My big question now is why in specs it says Z-Axis travel is 6 inches, but 1,25 inches...
    Thread by: Mariano79, Dec 21, 2015, 7 replies, in forum: Tutorials
  20. 3dHotpants
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    Vertical C-Beam Wobble

    I'm working on a project for a large printer with a 1000mm C-Beam as the z-axis. It seemed to work great, but there's a lot of wobble around the...
    Thread by: 3dHotpants, Dec 16, 2015, 7 replies, in forum: 3D printers
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