Long time problem is back
Posted: Tue Jan 24, 2023 8:42 pm
I converted my Shopbot Buddy in 2019. I used an Acorn board, Clearpath motors and cables along with Clearpath power supplies. Since 2021 I have had a problem where for no apparent reason the X or Z axis will stop moving although the computer is sending step and direction commands to it. Quite a few different postings about this and a lot of time spent trying to sort it out.
One of the worst parts of this is that it will operate like a dream for several months and then all of a sudden get stubborn and be about impossible to use. I noticed that cool dry weather (Here in Florida) will bring it on. This makes me think about static.
I have a braided bonding strap that starts at the base of the spindle, proceeds to the Z carriage that the spindle is mounted on and then proceeds through the E Chain and from there to the chassis of the machine.
Has anyone got any ideas for me? I have been through the mechanics and they are silky smooth. Freshly cleaned and greased racks and pinions.
Any ideas? At this point I will try just about anything!
A fresh report is attached.
One of the worst parts of this is that it will operate like a dream for several months and then all of a sudden get stubborn and be about impossible to use. I noticed that cool dry weather (Here in Florida) will bring it on. This makes me think about static.
I have a braided bonding strap that starts at the base of the spindle, proceeds to the Z carriage that the spindle is mounted on and then proceeds through the E Chain and from there to the chassis of the machine.
Has anyone got any ideas for me? I have been through the mechanics and they are silky smooth. Freshly cleaned and greased racks and pinions.
Any ideas? At this point I will try just about anything!
A fresh report is attached.