Could we build one spool, connect all 4 motors, retract all. Power off when spool 1 retracted. Repeat 3 more times?
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Dano wrote:
Could we build one spool, connect all 4 motors, retract all. Power off when spool 1 retracted. Repeat 3 more times?
you would have to connect all 6 motors (including steppers) and the encoders
before the system would consider it healthy enough to allow any command
David Lang
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There are already gcode commands to retract each arm ($TL, $TR, $BR, $BL) the retract button sends $ALL, which does all of them.
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Ron Lawrence wrote:
There are already gcode commands to retract each arm (
$TL,$TR,$BR,$BL) the retract button sends$ALL, which does all of them.
There are two things needed.
- the ability to use these commands even if other arms arenāt plugged in.
- some UI to be able to send these commands.
David Lang
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I know commercial CNCs have MDI interface that operator can type in gcode commands. Is there a similar function in Maslow or fluid?
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Dano wrote:
I know commercial CNCs have MDI interface that operator can type in gcode
commands. Is there a similar function in Maslow or fluid?
I believe that the fluidnc tab has the ability for you to type in gcode.
David Lang
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Scott wrote:
but I will be looking for some better M2x12 bolts that can fit flush in the
recess.
consider going to m3x16 instead of m3x12 where you can. the 12mm long bolts
frequently donāt engage with the locking portion of the nylock nut
David Lang
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Thanks David. I am using the T10 M3x12s just where there was threadlock applied. The other hardware backs out of the nyloc nuts without the hex wrench camming out. Here is what I bought. I couldnāt find many sources: Aexit M3x12mm 304 quality Parts Stainless Steel Button Head Torx Screws Bolts T10 Drive 30pcs Model:23as218qo33: Amazon.com: Industrial & Scientific
I will also put in the updated belt guards from the shop while things are apart.
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