# MakerMade **URL:** https://forums.maslowcnc.com/c/troubleshooting/makermade/40.md [Latest](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/tags.md) --- ## [About the MakerMade category](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/about-the-makermade-category/14206)
**Author:** [@bar](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/bar)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2024, 10:05pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/about-the-makermade-category/14206 "2024-03-13T22:05:38Z")
This topic is specifically meant for conversation related to MakerMade and the M2 machine which is somewhat different from the original Maslow. --- ## [The Z-axis does not move](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/the-z-axis-does-not-move/24798)
**Author:** [@Hugues\_Simon](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Hugues_Simon)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2025, 11:08am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/the-z-axis-does-not-move/24798 "2025-09-28T11:08:17Z")
Hello, I just received my Maslow 4.1. The assembly went well, but before reaching the calibration step, I can’t get the machine to move on the Z-axis. When I command a movement, the fan turns on but there is no motion. I… --- ## [How do I ( NOT ) have the bit move on its Z axis at start and finish of cut](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/how-do-i-not-have-the-bit-move-on-its-z-axis-at-start-and-finish-of-cut/23667)
**Author:** [@LoneStar](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/LoneStar)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2025, 9:57pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/how-do-i-not-have-the-bit-move-on-its-z-axis-at-start-and-finish-of-cut/23667 "2025-04-10T21:57:42Z")
Just like the title says, How do I ( NOT ) have the bit move on its Z axis at start and finish of cut. I want to run path and not have to tool move down and then up on the start and finish or the program. --- ## [M2 Stepper Motor alternatives](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/m2-stepper-motor-alternatives/20939)
**Author:** [@jjseabra](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/jjseabra)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2025, 3:22am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/m2-stepper-motor-alternatives/20939 "2025-01-24T03:22:43Z")
While I await the arrival of my maslow4, I am still using the M2. With that being said, I run my machine pretty hard. I have not had any issues until the past couple of days where the sled would start acting erratic wh… --- ## [An error code with Arduino IDE](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/an-error-code-with-arduino-ide/23218)
**Author:** [@msean02](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/msean02)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2025, 5:15pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/an-error-code-with-arduino-ide/23218 "2025-01-22T17:15:34Z")
Sketch uses 57300 bytes (22%) of program storage space. Maximum is 253952 bytes. Global variables use 2009 bytes (24%) of dynamic memory, leaving 6183 bytes for local variables. Maximum is 8192 bytes. avrdude: stk500v2… --- ## ["error opening serial port '/dev//tty.usbmodem1101'](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/error-opening-serial-port-dev-tty-usbmodem1101/22939)
**Author:** [@boost](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/boost)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2024, 12:07pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/error-opening-serial-port-dev-tty-usbmodem1101/22939 "2024-12-13T12:07:42Z")
good day everyone new here. started my maker made m2 machine today and was greeted with this error "error opening serial port ‘/dev//tty.usbmodem1101’. the machine did not make any noise nor respond to any commands. i re… --- ## [Ground down gear](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/ground-down-gear/20560)
**Author:** [@Ory\_Weaver](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Ory_Weaver)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2024, 7:34pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/ground-down-gear/20560 "2024-04-08T19:34:29Z")
I stripped the 9T-35T gear pretty good on one of my XY motors. Anywhere to source those at the moment? --- ## [M2 Glitch - Possibly GCode issues or Firmware](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/m2-glitch-possibly-gcode-issues-or-firmware/20156)
**Author:** [@jjseabra](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/jjseabra)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2024, 10:47pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/m2-glitch-possibly-gcode-issues-or-firmware/20156 "2024-04-04T22:47:53Z")
Hi, I have a question as it relates to a weird glitchy problem I am having. When I am cutting with my M2, and I am running my file, It drills holes first, then does the engraving, then cuts the piece out. Problem I sta… --- ## [X and Y are backwards](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/x-and-y-are-backwards/15942)
**Author:** [@DanMiner](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/DanMiner)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2024, 11:09pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/x-and-y-are-backwards/15942 "2024-03-16T23:09:21Z")
My M2 is working now but both X and Y move the opposite direction. I tried swapping the left and right motor wires (even though they were correct) and the Y axis got fixed, but the X was still wrong. So I put the wires b… --- ## [Calibration Celebration!](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/calibration-celebration/20075)
**Author:** [@nelmstr](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/nelmstr)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2024, 5:44am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/calibration-celebration/20075 "2024-03-08T05:44:31Z")
So the left pic is from the bottom left center of a 4x8, and the one on the right is from the bottom left corner. I did the bottom left first, and was a bit disappointed, but I’m very happy with the center cut. Time… --- ## [Wrong user (cannot access this installation) from windows machine](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/wrong-user-cannot-access-this-installation-from-windows-machine/19509)
**Author:** [@basquiathome22](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/basquiathome22)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2023, 8:01pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/wrong-user-cannot-access-this-installation-from-windows-machine/19509 "2023-11-08T20:01:25Z")
I have always had log in issues but eventually I would always get in. But now this is no longer the case on my new machine. Repro Steps: I have installed 1.1.3 on my mac. Then upgraded to 1.1.5. Everything works fine w… --- ## [How to bypass makerverse web upload and cut a local gcode file?](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/how-to-bypass-makerverse-web-upload-and-cut-a-local-gcode-file/19507)
**Author:** [@Michael\_Barrow](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Michael_Barrow)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2023, 11:49pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/how-to-bypass-makerverse-web-upload-and-cut-a-local-gcode-file/19507 "2023-11-05T23:49:38Z")
Hi! I have a 16MB gcode file i want to cut. My M2 is run using a raspberry pi with the image Makermade provide on their site. Makerverse (1.3) can’t upload my 16MB file using the website upload button (it works fine f… --- ## [Everything is stretched vertically](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/everything-is-stretched-vertically/18980)
**Author:** [@Dainen\_Griffes](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Dainen_Griffes)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2023, 8:55pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/everything-is-stretched-vertically/18980 "2023-10-26T20:55:02Z")
I’ve had the machine for a number of months at this point but haven’t used it. It’s my dad’s tool. He bought it second-hand, assembled it, used it once, and hasn’t touched it since. It has just been sitting in my garage.… --- ## [M2 z-axis upgrade](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/m2-z-axis-upgrade/19386)
**Author:** [@dontbe](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/dontbe)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2023, 8:22pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/m2-z-axis-upgrade/19386 "2023-09-21T20:22:38Z")
INstalled Zaxis upgrad to my maslow, but now The z is inverted ,and it travels about .4inch when I ask it to travel .1inch. I use the webcontrol software to control it through a browswer page. Can anyone steer me to ho… --- ## [Sourcing the MakeMade M2 from China](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/sourcing-the-makemade-m2-from-china/19208)
**Author:** [@Hliwa\_Batta](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Hliwa_Batta)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2023, 6:32pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/sourcing-the-makemade-m2-from-china/19208 "2023-08-17T18:32:34Z")
Hi, We are interested in buying the MakerMade M2 kit and selling it in Africa. Is there a supplier we can bulk order the kits directly from China? I really believe in this machine and the positive impact it can make in o… --- ## [Error " The sled is not keeping up…" during my first calibration cut](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/error-the-sled-is-not-keeping-up-during-my-first-calibration-cut/18953)
**Author:** [@niknsvilks](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/niknsvilks)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2023, 7:02pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/error-the-sled-is-not-keeping-up-during-my-first-calibration-cut/18953 "2023-07-02T19:02:18Z")
I got the error " The sled is not keeping up…" during my first cut. Motors/Encoders Test fails as well. I noticed the green light next to the power plug was gone ( still working in the photo). Tried different power suppl… --- ## [Issues with maslow Calibration tabs (M2)](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/issues-with-maslow-calibration-tabs-m2/18932)
**Author:** [@redshark](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/redshark)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2023, 7:49pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/issues-with-maslow-calibration-tabs-m2/18932 "2023-06-29T19:49:13Z")
Hi there, I’ve been having issues getting my maslow M2 calibrated. From what I can tell I’m missing the entire “Stock” tab from makerverse calibration. I updated to a beta branch just to see if it would show up. Any Ide… --- ## [Z axis just stopped responding](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/z-axis-just-stopped-responding/16812)
**Author:** [@Calvey96](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Calvey96)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2023, 11:14pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/z-axis-just-stopped-responding/16812 "2023-05-27T23:14:59Z")
I just got my m2 together and have been trying to calibrate the machine. Was close last nite but gave up.i came back today and suddenly my z axis is just not working anymore.? i checked the plugs the motor moves a little… --- ## [Alternative mounting of chain to top board?](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/alternative-mounting-of-chain-to-top-board/18523)
**Author:** [@Johntron](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Johntron)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2022, 3:51pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/alternative-mounting-of-chain-to-top-board/18523 "2022-12-12T15:51:28Z")
First post here. I have an issue I’m sure many beginners face: the machine bent and ripped out the nail that fastens the chain to the top rail (mini frame here). Is there an alternative mounting method? Maybe one that do… --- ## [Maslow M2/Makerverse Help](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/maslow-m2-makerverse-help/18500)
**Author:** [@KDB](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/KDB)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2022, 4:05am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/maslow-m2-makerverse-help/18500 "2022-12-06T04:05:09Z")
I have several questions. What do the calibration numbers mean (see below) Is it possible to have the g code turn on/off the router? Is it possible to implement the touch plate module? My first calibration. What do… --- ## [Calibration Woes](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/calibration-woes/15707)
**Author:** [@Spenc](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Spenc)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2022, 9:29am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/calibration-woes/15707 "2022-11-09T09:29:49Z")
Hi all. I’ve been lurking here for a while, gathering info and reading as much as I could while I got my setup put together. I have been taking it slow (mainly due to holiday shenanigans and watching after the kiddos). I… --- ## [Introduction + Makerverse Questions on 2021 M2](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/introduction-makerverse-questions-on-2021-m2/18212)
**Author:** [@transmutated](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/transmutated)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2022, 2:46am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/introduction-makerverse-questions-on-2021-m2/18212 "2022-08-21T02:46:30Z")
Hello friends, Quick introduction, I’ve built an XL Frame m2 in my garage this week and I’ve got it calibrated to within 3mm which feels pretty good, may do a 3rd edge calibration to see if I can tighten up more. This i… --- ## [MakerMade M2 Makerverse v1.0.6 Loses Connection During Cuts](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/makermade-m2-makerverse-v1-0-6-loses-connection-during-cuts/14574)
**Author:** [@hsmadson](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/hsmadson)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2022, 1:00pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/makermade-m2-makerverse-v1-0-6-loses-connection-during-cuts/14574 "2022-07-11T13:00:22Z")
I got my M2 set up and running after multiple rounds of troubleshooting. I am making my first cuts and Makerverse keeps losing connection to the control board during cuts. Any ideas what may be causing this? --- ## [Cannot connect with my phone](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/cannot-connect-with-my-phone/17859)
**Author:** [@Terryk](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Terryk)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2022, 8:27pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/cannot-connect-with-my-phone/17859 "2022-03-22T20:27:03Z")
It seems like I have my machine almost set up (other than some issues with the Z-access calibration)! Yesterday I was able to connect with my iPhone. Localhost did not work but when I entered the IP address displayed i… --- ## [M2 upgrade spring specs?](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/m2-upgrade-spring-specs/14179)
**Author:** [@Ragstoricheswoodcorp](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Ragstoricheswoodcorp)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2022, 11:05pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/m2-upgrade-spring-specs/14179 "2022-02-19T23:05:06Z")
Does anyone happen to know the new M2 upgrade spring specs. Gauge? Length? Lbs? Working limit? Anything will help please just trying to get some stuff upgraded while waiting for new kits. --- ## [Just got the M2 upgrade kit and I'm lost](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/just-got-the-m2-upgrade-kit-and-im-lost/14375)
**Author:** [@RJ\_Aungst](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/RJ_Aungst)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2022, 2:09pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/just-got-the-m2-upgrade-kit-and-im-lost/14375 "2022-02-17T14:09:05Z")
The only documentation that came with it was the frame assembly and seeing as it’s an upgrade kit, I’ve already got a working Maslow with an assembled frame. CNCjs is on the USB drive but I can’t find anywhere in the pro… --- ## [Help with firmware](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/help-with-firmware/17181)
**Author:** [@fletching](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/fletching)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2022, 6:38pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/help-with-firmware/17181 "2022-01-24T18:38:01Z")
I bought a used Maker Made and have been trying to get it set up. I am not doing the full guide because aI cannot get past the firmware possibly or I have a bad controller? Not sure but I could connect through com3 and t… --- ## [M2 won't cut entire perimeter of outline. get soft limit error?](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/m2-wont-cut-entire-perimeter-of-outline-get-soft-limit-error/17610)
**Author:** [@Skywater](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Skywater)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2022, 2:16pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/m2-wont-cut-entire-perimeter-of-outline-get-soft-limit-error/17610 "2022-01-11T14:16:21Z")
I’ve been using my machine for awhile now… mostly small parts. just tried cutting a 60" x 25" simple shape and the M2 cuts almost all the way around but stops 3 inched from where it started. I get a soft limit … --- ## [Alarm:2 (Soft Limit)](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/alarm-2-soft-limit/15290)
**Author:** [@Benjamin\_Krygsheld](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Benjamin_Krygsheld)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2022, 1:19am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/alarm-2-soft-limit/15290 "2022-01-10T01:19:36Z")
I’m moving from the original Maslow setup to an M2 from MakerMade, using Makerverse 1.0.6. I’ve run through the Workspace setup, Machine Settings and scaling setup (haven’t done an actual cut yet to confirm), but when I… --- ## [Z axis help please](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/z-axis-help-please/17516)
**Author:** [@Toons619](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Toons619)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2022, 12:16am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/z-axis-help-please/17516 "2022-01-09T00:16:33Z")
So z axis was cutting normally all of the sudden went crazy plunged all the way through my frame. Now won’t go back to zero seems like it need to be re programed. Anyone can help? [Next page](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/c/troubleshooting/makermade/40.md?page=1)