First Run Troubles

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@icedub

Congratulations to the temp build completion !

I’m not sure about the rest of the issues but I think I can answer the why isn’t it going deep enough problem. - First you are setting Z to zero with the bit touching the wood correct? You need to help the router moving down. A) you have adjusted the clamp so when it’s closed it allows the router to move but not too much? B) You need an elastic puhsing the router down.

See:

Z-Axis Bungee To Ensure Correct Depth

Z-Axis Bungee To Ensure Correct Depth

I was noticing that the router was not always plunging to the depth it should when the Z-Axis moved. When I would push on the top of the router it would drop to the correct level, and getting that bolt on the plunge lock at the exact tightness was a pain. I added some small bungees around the handles, and over the top of the router and the tension pushing towards the work surface is enough to ensure the router plunges at the given depth. Photo: [20170818_093248]

Thank you