First Build 5 x 12 Steel Frame CNC router

[Chaz]

While still waiting on the fan adapter so I can cut with the machine, I decided to draw up a dust collection adapter mold to lay up fiberglass in. Video shows the machine running this code.





I put the X and Y to 1000ipm as 2000ipm scared me and while I am learning about this machine I wanted to be a little safer.

I also have a question about what a ballscrew/ballnut should sound like. I have never been up close to a ballscrew before so I wonder if these sounds are normal. The sound I am referring to sound like bearings circulating through the ballnut but just doesnt sound real smooth... Sorry pretty hard to tell on the video I guess but if anyone has insight please let me know.

I helped someone with a kneemill yesterday. Not a new machine but still in good condition. I could also hear balls recirculating when we were moving the Y Axis. I *think* its normal but wouldnt mind the guidance from those more experienced on the forum.

[Davek0974]

My 1605 screws make a Shhhhhh noise when doing rapids, they get a bit quieter after a grease.

[JAZZCNC]

Looking good Scott coming along nicely.

The bearing noise is quite normal for that class of bearing at those high speeds. It won't be just the ballnut your hearing either, the linear bearings will make noise also.