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14-05-2012
Thread: Random Z-Axis plunge
by Jonathan- Replies
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Re: Random Z-Axis plunge
Backlash is lost motion when the motor driving an axis changes direction. For the majority of machines there is some clearance between the nut (ball-nut or trapezoidal) and the screw, so when the...
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14-05-2012
Thread: Random Z-Axis plunge
by Jonathan- Replies
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Re: Random Z-Axis plunge
I'm sure I posted in this thread after the original post...must have not sent :(
If the error is occurring it the same point in the G-code, which would appear to be the case, then it's likely to... -
14-05-2012
Thread: Random Z-Axis plunge
by John S- Replies
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Re: Random Z-Axis plunge
It could also be missing steps because the Z axis is too weak / tight or trying to move too fast.
What happens is you are 10mm off the work, everything zeroed and command a Z-10 move which should... -
14-05-2012
Thread: Random Z-Axis plunge
by JAZZCNC- Replies
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Re: Random Z-Axis plunge
Ok first lets clarify the difference between controller and drive. The controller is the software that commands the drives which run the motors. Each motor will have a drive (The things with dip...
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