Scott, the thing about the DT tools is that at best they can resolve 0.0002"....on paper. However, the reality is, that number can vary due to hysteresis associated with microstepping. The screw only...
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Scott, the thing about the DT tools is that at best they can resolve 0.0002"....on paper. However, the reality is, that number can vary due to hysteresis associated with microstepping. The screw only...
There are no tutorials out there for adjusting gearbox lash...this is because you have to rely solely on your mechanical abilities and sneak up on the right amount. If you take too much lash out,...
Scott, What kind of play have you measured on your machine?
I don't have a lot of good things to say about plastic lead nuts when real ballscrew/nut combos can be had for dirt... They are fine if...
A Shopbot is 'reasonably' tight and backlash free when you measure .003-.007" of play in any one axis. I'd recommend getting a good dial indicator set up and measure everything including gantry AND...
No there isn't. It really isn't a good idea either and falls under the category of, "You can't fix hardware problems with software." But that doesn't stop people from trying.