# Sled **URL:** https://forums.maslowcnc.com/c/hardware-issues/sled/19.md?page=1 [Latest](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/tags.md) **Page:** 2 --- ## [Sled design with spindle motor](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/sled-design-with-spindle-motor/14660)
**Author:** [@IansBricks](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/IansBricks)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2020, 4:36am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/sled-design-with-spindle-motor/14660 "2020-09-15T04:36:27Z")
Im new to maslow, but i thought id share my sled design. I decided to go with a spindle motor, mostly because my tolerance for loud noise is really low since I had a head injury several years ago. I wanted to keep fri… --- ## [What was the problem with the steel ring and the chains attached to rollers design?](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/what-was-the-problem-with-the-steel-ring-and-the-chains-attached-to-rollers-design/14595)
**Author:** [@Run](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Run)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2020, 9:08pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/what-was-the-problem-with-the-steel-ring-and-the-chains-attached-to-rollers-design/14595 "2020-09-10T21:08:58Z")
Hi, I am wondering what was the problem with the initial steel ring design? How and why the steel ring design ended up as it is in the current form? Regards, RUn --- ## [One brick instead of two!?](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/one-brick-instead-of-two/8885)
**Author:** [@Boffin](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Boffin)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2020, 6:18pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/one-brick-instead-of-two/8885 "2020-09-05T18:18:18Z")
why does the Maslow use two brinks evenly spaced? would it not be better to use one heavier brick in the center so that the sled always falls back to its respective Zero? I ask because my sled is having some issues with… --- ## [Hdpe for sled layer](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/hdpe-for-sled-layer/9326)
**Author:** [@gersus](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/gersus)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2020, 6:40pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/hdpe-for-sled-layer/9326 "2020-07-22T18:40:48Z")
I’ve seen HDPE used as a smooth layer on the sled. I can’t get it locally without buying a full sheet. The full sheets available are very smooth black. I special ordered a 1/8” white HDPE and picked it up today. It has a… --- ## [Any UK users wanting a linkage kit?](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/any-uk-users-wanting-a-linkage-kit/13651)
**Author:** [@Beagle](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Beagle)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2020, 3:31pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/any-uk-users-wanting-a-linkage-kit/13651 "2020-07-22T15:31:38Z")
Hi i’m new to the forum and maslow cnc and i’m trying to source components individually which for the most part ive been able to do, apart from ring or linkage system which i’m going to have to bite the bullet and buy fr… --- ## [Rigid R22002 base screws](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/rigid-r22002-base-screws/6562)
**Author:** [@ManOfScience](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/ManOfScience)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2020, 6:55pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/rigid-r22002-base-screws/6562 "2020-05-31T18:55:04Z")
Can anyone confirm what size screws should be used in the Rigid R22002 base? I measured and was fairly sure that they were M5x0.8, however… The longer M5s that I bought were uncomfortably big for the tapped holes in th… --- ## [Old Kit (with L-Brackets) in Europe; What to do?](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/old-kit-with-l-brackets-in-europe-what-to-do/13130)
**Author:** [@kepasa](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/kepasa)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2020, 5:00am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/old-kit-with-l-brackets-in-europe-what-to-do/13130 "2020-04-30T05:00:22Z")
I ordered a Maslow kit some years ago but didn’t have the opportunity to set it up until now. Now I noticed that the design of the sled has changed from the two L-Brackets to the ring. I’can’t find instructions for set… --- ## [Cotter pin placement](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/cotter-pin-placement/12691)
**Author:** [@izaklast](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/izaklast)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2020, 6:35pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/cotter-pin-placement/12691 "2020-03-18T18:35:47Z")
(sorry for the terrible pic) I’m having a hard time figuring out exactly where the last link of the chain should rest on the cotter pin and where the pin should rest inside the retaining bracket. I have mine in posit… --- ## [Centering the Router on the Sled](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/centering-the-router-on-the-sled/3292)
**Author:** [@Stephen\_Slagle](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Stephen_Slagle)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2020, 2:15am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/centering-the-router-on-the-sled/3292 "2020-02-22T02:15:50Z")
In the sled cutout file, you should add a plug with a .25 hole in the center. I figure the hole would be cut to the inside of the line, and the plug would be cut on the outside of the line. Insert the plug into the cente… --- ## [Center of gravity](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/center-of-gravity/12250)
**Author:** [@kurt](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/kurt)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2020, 11:43am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/center-of-gravity/12250 "2020-02-06T11:43:04Z")
The new Z-Axis is up and running and I’m super happy with the z axis speed. :slight\_smile: → more than 5 times faster The sled tends to tilt away from the working area. To prevent that, I’m going to add some counterw… --- ## [MakersmadeCNC sled accuracy](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/makersmadecnc-sled-accuracy/12262)
**Author:** [@theshade](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/theshade)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2020, 5:02pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/makersmadecnc-sled-accuracy/12262 "2020-01-31T17:02:20Z")
Hello, I am in the process of assembling the sled and Z axis (I ordered it from makersmadeCNC for blackfriday and just finished assembling the frame) Yes I know, I was a bit slow but I tried to make it mm precise with sk… --- ## [Some 3d prints for Metal Maslow sled and Z axis](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/some-3d-prints-for-metal-maslow-sled-and-z-axis/11918)
**Author:** [@Peter\_Farell](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Peter_Farell)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2020, 5:03pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/some-3d-prints-for-metal-maslow-sled-and-z-axis/11918 "2020-01-22T17:03:13Z")
Rigid Vacuum Attachment: Printed with Cura Experimental supports 25 infill on a raft. vacumetest.stl (214.2 KB) Z axis top bracket to deal with slop in Motor L bracket zaxisdh.stl (28.2 KB) --- ## [Twisted Ring while calibrating](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/twisted-ring-while-calibrating/11805)
**Author:** [@LumberGundam](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/LumberGundam)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2020, 9:40pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/twisted-ring-while-calibrating/11805 "2020-01-04T21:40:08Z")
Hey Everyone, I seem to be breaking everything on my first maslow as I’m trying to calibrate it. First I twisted the chain pulling it tight to measure and now I’ve damaged the ring. I tried to perform the test cut port… --- ## [My New Sled w/Katsu (Makita copy) Router Trimmer](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/my-new-sled-w-katsu-makita-copy-router-trimmer/2990)
**Author:** [@mcmiley](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/mcmiley)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2019, 11:18am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/my-new-sled-w-katsu-makita-copy-router-trimmer/2990 "2019-12-25T11:18:55Z")
It’s been a while in the making as life keeps getting priority, but I have now completed my new sled, and currently sit here in trepidation about whether it’ll work or not! Actually, I test ran all three axises a month … --- ## [C-Beam Dust Collector](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/c-beam-dust-collector/11618)
**Author:** [@2AMDESIGNS](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/2AMDESIGNS)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2019, 8:02pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/c-beam-dust-collector/11618 "2019-11-15T20:02:57Z")
Hey, I wanted to share my dust collector file in case others wanted to use! I used the Maslow for about a month before i really got frustrated with the Z-axis issues. I took a lot of great advice and knowledge from thi… --- ## [Bosch Colt dust collector?](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/bosch-colt-dust-collector/11376)
**Author:** [@sweetmeets](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/sweetmeets)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2019, 12:53am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/bosch-colt-dust-collector/11376 "2019-10-24T00:53:06Z")
Could anyone point me to a 3d model of dust shoot for a trim router. 70mm is the size of my Bosch Colt that I am trying to use. I have a slapped together plywood and tape one right now but wanted to upgrade because it g… --- ## [New Sleds \*\*BETA Testers Needed\*\* Inquire Within](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/new-sleds-beta-testers-needed-inquire-within/7314)
**Author:** [@MakerMadeCNC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/MakerMadeCNC)\ **Replies:** 95\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2019, 4:28pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/new-sleds-beta-testers-needed-inquire-within/7314 "2019-06-26T16:28:44Z")
Question of the day. What materials would everyone be most interested in for ready to use sleds? Metal, HDPE, Wood, Wood or Metal with HDPE plate underneath? We are still in proof of concept stages, but I want to get … --- ## [Z axis upgrade and sled](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/z-axis-upgrade-and-sled/9871)
**Author:** [@rbodelon](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/rbodelon)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2019, 6:02am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/z-axis-upgrade-and-sled/9871 "2019-05-21T06:02:39Z")
Z AXIS UPGRADE AND SLED Dust port. AEG part. AUTO Z cable clamps. Amazon 3d z axis: https://www.amazon.es/gp/product/B0748BGVT4/ref=ppx\_yo\_dt\_b\_asin\_title\_o02\_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 AEG clamp system --- ## [Brick holders so sled does not need to be drilled through](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/brick-holders-so-sled-does-not-need-to-be-drilled-through/9245)
**Author:** [@orbimedia](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/orbimedia)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2019, 1:54pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/brick-holders-so-sled-does-not-need-to-be-drilled-through/9245 "2019-03-26T13:54:59Z")
Hello, all I’ve been trying to keep my sled as smooth as possible so I using a store bought tabletop I’ve managed to securely mount everything I need by using soft-wood screws to the just the top without drilling throug… --- ## [Sled change to avoid fires](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/sled-change-to-avoid-fires/8048)
**Author:** [@madgrizzle](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/madgrizzle)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2018, 7:52am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/sled-change-to-avoid-fires/8048 "2018-12-28T07:52:38Z")
I’m not sure this has been suggested before, but I thought about what happens when the router slides out of the z-axis arm and slams to the plywood due to the bungie tension and thought that it probably could be prevente… --- ## [Has anyone put chain motors ona linkage kit?](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/has-anyone-put-chain-motors-ona-linkage-kit/7579)
**Author:** [@Metalmaslow](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Metalmaslow)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2018, 12:53am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/has-anyone-put-chain-motors-ona-linkage-kit/7579 "2018-11-05T00:53:24Z")
If the motors were on the sled it would eliminate about 10m of cables. Has anyone put the motors on a linkage kit? It would be pretty easy to laser cut the linkage arms to fit the motor mounting bolts. Some magnetic cl… --- ## [Stainless Metal sled](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/stainless-metal-sled/5484)
**Author:** [@SaltySeaCaptain](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/SaltySeaCaptain)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2018, 9:47pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/stainless-metal-sled/5484 "2018-11-04T21:47:28Z")
Thought I’d throw out my metal sled I had a peice of 3/16 stainless laying around threw it on the torchmate plasma and drilled and countersunk for machine screws. Could have gotten away with less fasteners. --- ## [UHMW Tape for bottom of sled](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/uhmw-tape-for-bottom-of-sled/6962)
**Author:** [@eppic](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/eppic)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2018, 12:28pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/uhmw-tape-for-bottom-of-sled/6962 "2018-09-29T12:28:59Z")
Has anyone tried using some strips of UHMW tape on the bottom of the sled. I was thinking a radial pattern out to cut down on actual surface area touch the stock to be cut? Another thought was to either cut either a gol… --- ## [Quick Disconnect for Sled Chains, need electrical quick disconnect](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/quick-disconnect-for-sled-chains-need-electrical-quick-disconnect/6101)
**Author:** [@GaryInTulsa](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/GaryInTulsa)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2018, 1:28pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/quick-disconnect-for-sled-chains-need-electrical-quick-disconnect/6101 "2018-08-24T13:28:49Z")
I found I have had to remove the sled enough times that it because a pain. Quick disconnect works great. redid calibration afterwards. I have the home position lower then before, that helps account for some of the conne… --- ## [Finally found a use for those old weights](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/finally-found-a-use-for-those-old-weights/6099)
**Author:** [@GaryInTulsa](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/GaryInTulsa)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2018, 3:25am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/finally-found-a-use-for-those-old-weights/6099 "2018-08-24T03:25:19Z")
It took a few years but I finally proved my old lady friend when she said I’d never use those yard sale weights. --- ## [Has anyone buildt a sled smaller than 16"?](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/has-anyone-buildt-a-sled-smaller-than-16/6003)
**Author:** [@aluminumwelder](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/aluminumwelder)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2018, 12:55am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/has-anyone-buildt-a-sled-smaller-than-16/6003 "2018-08-22T00:55:15Z")
just curious what the smallest useable sled is? I know people have done 16" sleds. The problem with big sleds is they create more friction. if one can get away with a 12" sled why make it any bigger? --- ## [Creating a sled drill template](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/creating-a-sled-drill-template/5998)
**Author:** [@spierepf](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/spierepf)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2018, 11:36pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/creating-a-sled-drill-template/5998 "2018-08-20T23:36:37Z")
I have the triangular linkage kit and I am having some trouble centering the sled properly. My makerspace has a laser cutter and I would like to laser cut a sled drilling template that will properly center the linkage ki… --- ## [Anyone using plastic furniture sliders on their sled bottom to reduce contact and friction?](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/anyone-using-plastic-furniture-sliders-on-their-sled-bottom-to-reduce-contact-and-friction/5750)
**Author:** [@aluminumwelder](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/aluminumwelder)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2018, 10:04pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/anyone-using-plastic-furniture-sliders-on-their-sled-bottom-to-reduce-contact-and-friction/5750 "2018-08-17T22:04:11Z")
I thought I read a long time ago about someone using furniture self adhesive pads/sliders on the bottom fo their sled. It would reduce surface area and also friction. just wondering if there were long term issues with t… --- ## [Manually Built Final Sled](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/manually-built-final-sled/3754)
**Author:** [@Jayster](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Jayster)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2018, 5:55am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/manually-built-final-sled/3754 "2018-08-14T05:55:38Z")
I was having a hard time with a temporary (and maybe inaccurate) sled making my final sled that needed to be accurate (chicken or the egg). So, I decided to make my own sled by hand as best I could. If still off maybe I’… --- ## [Just about to cut the final sled](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/just-about-to-cut-the-final-sled/5464)
**Author:** [@Adam\_Power](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Adam_Power)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2018, 7:19pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/just-about-to-cut-the-final-sled/5464 "2018-08-06T19:19:19Z")
In the gcode given for the final sled design, what size tool bit is used? I am guessing quarter inch. [Previous page](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/c/hardware-issues/sled/19.md) [Next page](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/c/hardware-issues/sled/19.md?page=2)