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  1. 04-02-2013, 07:21 PM #1
    neomatrix
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    need help please with a custom cnc

    I have a homemade cnc mill table and every part i try to make comes out double the size that it should be. Also sorry if i am not posting this i the right area this is my first post.
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  2. 04-04-2013, 03:19 PM #2
    wendtmk
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    Need a whole lot more information. Drives, CNC control software, machine setup, etc.

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  3. 04-04-2013, 03:52 PM #3
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    Sounds like stepper/servo scaling parameters are off by x2?
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  4. 04-04-2013, 09:25 PM #4
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    What happens if you divide the steps/unit number in half?

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  5. 04-06-2013, 03:44 AM #5
    neomatrix
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    I have found the problem, it was the settings in my cam it wass double scaling on export and everything is working good except i need a good design of a z axis so i can get rid of the slop on my z
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