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I've only ever been able to cut 20 inches per minute because my Y axis would stall out. If I can keep that I'll be happy. I have even thought about researching how to use servo motors instead of...

I thought about counter weights but I think in the long run it'll be better to change up the lead screw.

I am now wondering (after I just ordered one), can I run two different screws with Mach 3?...

Thanks all, my screw is a 1/2" 5 start. I will try and change that, thank you.

Hi all, I've run my home built cnc machine for approximately 8 years. I use Nema 23, Mach 3, Gecko g540, 5 start acme screws on linear rails.
I've never had a problem till now. I have been using...

I have configured my axis correctly I think. In settings I ran the calibration and wanting to move 1" it does move 1". When I load my cut file the machine is moving too far and coming off of the...

I think I figured out. Before I used a .txt post processor file type when I saved it in VCarve. Using that processor type screwed me up after I changed to the gecko. Whether it was the change or...

Ok I'll try that. I use VCarve Pro to generate the gcode. The tool path preview window that shows where the machine is currently located and the cutpaths are blue looks nothing like what it is...

Yes, that was it. In the config unit settings it was mm not inches. Then I went to settings and changed to inches. I got it figured out now it moves an inch correctly. Thank you.

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I have Mach3 and just purchased the G540 driver board. It is all up and running and does great. I had to upload the G540 xml file into Mach3 and now when I open a cut file it looks so...

I have been using my DIY wood CNC for years. I started with a TB6560ahq 3 axis and the Z axis started making a grinding noise and trying to raise or lower the axis would not work. The motor does...

Ok, relief is the word I think I was looking for. Is there any way to make a relief from this type of file?.....Please please say yes!

Ok, finally got the images from VCarve Pro. As you can see the first image shows where the placement is. The second two show after the object is set it recognizes the whole car and not just what...

Sorry for the quick response earlier. I am still at work

I have Meshlab, 123d Design, inkscape and Sketchup. I know some are not CAM programs but I can use them to change file types.

I have...

I can provide a screenshot but it’ll be later on today after work.

Hello, I am not new to this forum but cannot remember my old credentials...lol so now I am MP40cal.

Anyway, I bought an expensive $109 obj file of a vehicle. I have converted it to an stl file...