Hi, my name is ALI AND I have a problem, first i had done every thing right and it seems okay my problem is when i tell the (X) axis to go 1 mm! the axis goes 6.99=7mm and all the axis act like that with different measures this is my machine specs: leadshine driver 4.2 AMPS 3 NEMA 23 (IN MY CASE I HAVE 3 AXIS MACHINE) this is my mach3 configurations: (x) motor tuning =103.427896 steps acceleration= 31.607143 velocity =323.58 (Y) steps = 114.6788991 velocity=1455 acceleration=90 (Z) steps =114.9425287 V=1575 ACCELERATION=206.25 my taple workable =520*500*20 and my other problem is how i can start my PCB coz am using the machine for PCBs prototype how to start from the center of the taple
Sounds like you have calculated your steps per unit incorrectly. Either re-calculate them (using belt/screw pitch & microsteps per revolution) or else use the Mach3 "Set Steps per Unit calculator" (on the Settings page) which more or less automates the process. Tweakie.
And your leadscrew pitch is? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalkam not prof at this stuff but as i know this how i measured every thing about ma ball screw: am using ballscrew cpz my machine hase a brake for the screw and sickness of the screw(pitch diameter) =15.84mm and the lead =1.23mm and the pitch=2.42mm and if i sited the measuring to for 1inch to count how many leads per inches=9 leads i between nd plus the two lead the my tool on it with the two sides and i used mach to calculate that by using calculate steps per unit for each axis and it comes up with 103.427896 for (X) 114.6788991 for (Y) 114.9425287 for (Z) and hen i get mach to move x to 1mm it goes 6.99=7mm!!
Hi Ali, Just a couple of questions... If you rotate your X axis ballscrew 1 revolution how far does your X axis move ?? How many full steps per revolution does your X axis stepper motor have ?? How many microsteps do you have set on it's controller for your X axis ?? Do you have any gearing between your X axis stepper motor and it's ballscrew ?? Tweakie.
hi, thanks anyway for answering my stupid question but i m just a coder and i have just a little bit info about this machine but answering your question : first have no gearing or ny kind of reduction stuff if that what ya as the motor shaft id connected directly to the ball screw for all of the 3 axis and this is my data sheet for my driver for any of the 3 axis :http://www.ram-e-shop.com/ds/motor/XAL42.pdf in my case i set it to 5 micro step and 1000 steps/rev(1.8degree/rev) and full current and the peak current is 2.84 and 2.03RMS AND ABOUT MY STEPPER MOTOR i do not have the data sheet for it but all what i know that my steepr motor is nema 23 HS model i think it is chines one but all what i know about my ball screw info it's the ball screw diameter (sickness of the screw) =15.84mm and the lead(one lead measurement) =1.23mm and the pitch=2.42mm (i think the pitch means the space between the two leads right?! and if i set the measuring tool for (1)inch to count how many leads per inches=9 leads in between and plus the two lead that my tool is sited on it with the two sides this all what i knwo bout my machine ball screw am not pro abut this stuff but i ended up using this machine to prototype pcbs only
Hi Ali, It is not a stupid question that you have asked – it is a very valid question. One point I am not sure about… If you rotate your X axis ballscrew one complete revolution your X axis moves 2.42 mm – is this correct ?? Tweakie
If that is the case then… For your X axis; 1000 steps moves the axis 8.53mm 1000 / 8.53 = 117.23329 steps per unit (mm) Calculate the other axes the same way then, assuming you are working in mm, enter those figures in Mach3 motor tuning as your steps per. Tweakie
i got the idea i have to divide my rev by the (mm) that the axis got moved and i will got my steps pear unit okay i got the concept here and thanks for hat alooooot so this mean when i get to MDI TAP in mach and tell the axs to G0 x1 THE AXIS WILL SO GO (1mm) right ?
Hi Ali, If all the information you have provided about your set-up is correct then yes MDI; G0 X1 will move the X axis 1mm. Tweakie.
thanks a lot i really couldn't find anybody out there could help me where i come from (Egypt) they say what can i do for you :! you know what am saying but there another last question of you didn't get bothered of me how can i start the isolate he traces i mean when i put my g-code file from eagle and start the cycle the display show the board in the wrong position (i did pushed ref all home and all the home switches work just fine and the mach and the axis respond very well so how i can get the g-code file work probably i mean is there is any thing i can do like max limit or soft limit that tell mach these are the table size and you can not exceed those limit while engraving the board i tried to zero the axis by pushing al ref home and zeroed the DROs and double check the machine coordinates it also show that all he axis zeroed so is that mean that when the file load and run the z axis wont exceed its limit cos in my case it does the point of all of that is(is there is any way to tell mach those are the workable are and you can not exceed those limit z axis its the one who first and the carving bit hit the table and the stepper also keep moving to hit the aluminum bottom of the machine and mach DROs continue counting ? and the second question is can i run my spindle it's air cooled with my home power here in my home 2 phase(220) volts so is it possible to run it directly with switch and hook it up with my power source
Hi Ali, I do not actually use soft limits within Mach3 but the following 3 items relate to the way in which I carry out tool position setting with my machine… http://www.openbuilds.com/builds/tool-position-setting-part-i.484/ http://www.openbuilds.com/builds/tool-position-setting-part-ii.485/ http://www.openbuilds.com/builds/tool-position-setting-part-iii.490/ With regard to connecting your spindle – because incoming mains voltages are involved and the correct isolation / insulation is necessary for your own protection it would be best if you consult a qualified electrician (in your own country) to seek the proper advice. Tweakie.
sorry sir but did not got what ya mean by using tool position all what i want is my file to be done when i put the file ,is there is any setting shall be done to get my file done correctly no more axis go beyond its limit you know what i'm saying!! i just want to know how i can tell mach where to start ,don't know if this call home position or auto zero idon't care much where to start as long my board gonna be done (hoping) >!1
Hi Ali, What I generally do is create a PCB tool path in CAD/CAM with the origin (X zero, Y zero) at the bottom left of the workpiece and Z zero with the cutter just touching the workpiece surface. When loaded into Mach3 and the PCB blank fixed to the work table the cutter is jog positioned to bottom left of the workpiece and just touching the surface of the workpiece. All DRO’s are then set to zero and the Mach3 Toolpath screen shows the extents of axis movement which can then be verified as being within the work area before proceeding. I do not use them but others may use soft limits to ensure the cutter always stays within the intended work area and the setting of these limits is detailed in section 5.6.1 of the Mach3 manual http://www.machsupport.com/help-learning/product-manuals/ Tweakie.
Mach3. Although a lot of work and effort is now being put into Mach4 it will still be some time before it has been refined enough to be truly operational for all users and there are still many functions that are not yet fully operational. It is getting there but we just have to be patient. This is a short video of using Mach4 and my laser with combined cutting and engraving toolpaths. http://www.graytel.talktalk.net/Darwin 2.wmv Tweakie.
Morning Tweakie. Is it alright for me to copy your "Tool Position Settings" to Helpful Tools? I remember them from threads soooo long ago! Mainly so that I can find them when I need them. Gray
Hi Gray, Be my guest. Builds tend to get buried over time so if you think it would help others please copy all you want my friend. Tweakie.
hello tweakie am back i have a question and i can't find the answer for it i have a LS(LG) VFD Korean one it's 1.5KW 2HP AND the spindle unfortunately 2.2KW 3HP so all i am asking can i run the spindle according to the VFD max output i mean could i use the VFD to run the spindle with the specs of the 1.5KW spindle coz i don't not neeed all the 3 horse power inust want to rin the spindle like it's 1.5 KW ones? is it possible ?
Ali I would expect the 2.2Kw 3 HP would draw more amps than the max limit of the lesser rated VFD. That's just one thing that comes into play. Also Make sure the Ground pin in the 2.2KW spindle is connected inside the motor, there's been lots of reports that the ground post isn't wired. Without specifications it would be impossible to say But Safety and standards should be followed.
Example only Your VFD Korean one it's rated at 7 amps. a 1.5KW 2HP spindle rated at 6+ amps Your 2.2Kw 3 HP spindle needs 8+ amps
aha i see but in my VFD setting i can put my spindle amps and the KW at max 2.2 and this is the data sheet look at section :
I didn't find your data sheet, I did say without knowing that VFD's specifications it would be impossible to say. If your data sheet has input values for the 2.2Kw by all means follows its instructions. I was concerned your VFD would have been under rated for the amps. I pulled up a few VFDs on Google, listed for a 1.5KW and they listed 7 amps ratings and no real datasheets. The 2.2kw spindles I looked at showed amps in the 8 to 8.5 range. Wire per the datasheet for the 2.2kw spindle as the instructions provides. No need to worry over the extra power you will have in reserve it will be there when you need it.
Ali, This manual covers more than one inverter you will need to identify by the model number on page 9. Yes it does show a 2.2kw motor for one of its models listed but maybe not your inverter model. So a SV022ic5-1 would match your spindle motor. Look on your VFD for the tag and inverter type # Also on that tag in the output area specs it lists the Inverter Capacity (HP/kW) for your VFD. That is what you have to match to your spindle motor and use.
thanks alot now i can tell where is the problem in the affordable vfd that has some different models the software or the os that run the vfd is the sam in all of the production line but the hardware cable of 1.5 as output so all what i am gonna do is to buy new one this is the problem :d
hi again sorry for bothering you with ma stupid question but i have one more question : i have done with my pcb with eagle and already has the G-CODE file for the tracks and drilling etc my problem is when i load the file in mach what i have to do to get my pcb done ex: how i set the zero point of a workpiece ?and if i did does that mean the mach will start cut and..etc from this poitn or it will navigate to somewhere else? and how can i tell mach to stic with the design !voz when i load random gcode from mache default folder some of the axis goes far way of it's limit ? correct me if i am wrong but doesn't it the mach will never go far of (the axis) as long as my design within the range of my table ? my table overall size is 550mm*500mm (not the working area it's over all the aluminum plate the it hold my piece which i mean my working area it might be between 450*490( + - )?
