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X axis yaw on G8689

Posted by ebiz_59
on 2011-04-05 10:13:41 UTC
I thought I'd start a new topic for this (as opposed to continuing the tool size > hole dia). I have a G8689 converted to CNC and it still has ACME screws. In cutting the holes using the CNC, I get holes that aren't too round. PArt of the problem is that I need to better characterize the backlash in MACH, but I also noticed that I have some significant yaw issues with the X axis - except at the end points of travel, where the ways tighten up so much that the steppers miss steps. So, it looks like I need to rework the ways on this mini mill - any suggestions???? I have a pretty good Bridgeport that I could toss this little table on and try to straighten the ways, or is this a dumb idea? thanks, C

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ebiz_59 2011-04-05 10:13:41 UTC X axis yaw on G8689 Chuck Merja 2011-04-12 20:56:40 UTC [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] X axis yaw on CNCd G8689 Ron Thompson 2011-04-13 06:34:46 UTC Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] X axis yaw on CNCd G8689 Mike 2011-04-13 12:57:58 UTC Re: X axis yaw on CNCd G8689 Chuck Merja 2011-04-14 08:14:11 UTC RE: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Re: X axis yaw on CNCd G8689 Chuck Merja 2011-05-01 16:47:54 UTC RE: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Re: X axis yaw on CNCd G8689