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problem solved - it was the backlash compinsation setting

Thanks!!

upon further inspection of my mach3 software, I discovered I had the backlash for the y set for .037. Could this have been the problem? I will find out tomorrow.

I have just a small hobby machine, no I did not build it myself. There is no "slop" in it - everything is tight. Trying to cut .25" at a time. Actually my problem is in the y, not in the x as...

Can anyone tell me why my machine travel in the x is all jagged? It is supposed to be a straight line! Please see attached pics and gcode. I start in Corel Draw, then to Cut 2D and then to Mach 3....

I have a very small hobby cnc machine. it will not run consistent parts. Please check the pictures I have attached. I have my toolpath generated to cut a wagon wheel - must be correct b/c I was...