gkr
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Post by gkr on Apr 21, 2017 18:46:13 GMT
Hello All,
When I purchased the M3 kit, I also purchased the Router Mount for DWP611 or Colt.
The mount has already been installed on the Z-axis plate (using the center two bottom holes), during assembly of the M3.
I'm going to be using the DWP611, as the spindle.
Can anyone provide further details on how to mount the router correctly, and where the shims need to be placed?
If possible, some close up pictures would be real helpful.
Also, is there a specific height & angle I need to position the DWP611 for best performance, best Z-cutting-height, and ease of use?
Thank you very much for your time.
Regards.
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Post by Derek the Admin on Apr 21, 2017 20:34:39 GMT
I'm not where I can grab a picture right now, but basically you want the two shim pieces in the very back of the mount.... like the part of the circle that is closest to the Z plate.
From the bottom of the aluminum cylinder of the router to the bottom of the mount you want about an inch and a half to an inch and a quarter.
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Post by gkr on Apr 22, 2017 2:14:33 GMT
Hi Derek,
Will try that... however, if you you have a moment, can you please post a few closeup shots of what you're describing above, from your setup? It appears that there is more to it than it seems, so getting it right might be quite important.
Regards.
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Post by Derek the Admin on Apr 22, 2017 4:49:05 GMT
All the machines are at the shop and we won't be back there until Monday, but here is a stock photo with the red color indicating where the shims go. They go between the router and the router mount to take up extra space. Put both of them right there. ibb.co/dseb1Q |
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Post by gkr on Apr 22, 2017 13:03:55 GMT
Hi Derek,
Got it.
Thanks.
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Post by gkr on Apr 23, 2017 2:09:04 GMT
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Post by gkr on Apr 24, 2017 11:49:08 GMT
Hello,
I have another question. Once the router was installed on the mount, when everything is powered off, the z-axis tends to slip down due to the weight. When the steppers are activated, there is no issue, since the motor maintains/holds the z-height.
The main thing is I have remember to remove the end-mill prior to switching off the power, because, once the steppers are disabled, the z-axis would due hard, either damaging the bit, or the spoil-board.
Any fix or a work-around this? The z-axis belt seems to be tight enough.
Thank you.
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Post by Derek the Admin on Apr 24, 2017 13:34:14 GMT
The way you have it mounted looks fine.
Z drop on power off is just an inherent characteristic. I recommend grabbing the very top of the router before powering down. I also would say that if you wanted to set up external stop buttons (like an e stop which on the board is really more of a reset) you use the feed hold section which will keep steppers powered but will stop all movement.
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Post by gkr on Apr 24, 2017 13:42:32 GMT
Hi Derek,
Thanks for your prompt response. Since the M3's z-axis uses a belt instead of lead screw, once the stepper coils are deactivated, there's only gravity. On my other CNC, the z-axis uses a lead-screw, so this is not an issue.
Just wanted to make sure that I'm not doing anything wrong.
Thanks for the tip on the e-stop, as well. I did not think of this scenario, until you mentioned it.
Regards.
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Post by richard432 on Apr 24, 2017 17:33:23 GMT
i too am having trouble mounting the rotor to the motor mount seeing that the rotor is from harbor fright it don't even fit with the shims i don't like to mount the shims only in the rear of the mount and not in the front of he motor mount i believe the distance should be the same all around i guess i will have to make the shims my self
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