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Re: Configuring a 4 axis Allin1 with partially missing A axis Motor/encoder/Axis hardware

Posted: Sun Apr 18, 2021 11:12 am
by polaraligned
martyscncgarage wrote: Sun Apr 18, 2021 10:28 am
polaraligned wrote: Fri Apr 16, 2021 6:01 pm .

As I noted above, just change the A to N on this screen:
Sure that works....
But Centroid accomodates a 4th axis and its connection to the control with a button....
Understood, but the OP just wants to disable it until he eventually acquires the hardware for the 4th axis. Doing what I said is easy without having to mess around with parameters. He can add enable feature in the future when he gets the hardware for it. I am trying to give the easiest and least confusing answer to keep him going.

Re: Configuring a 4 axis Allin1 with partially missing A axis Motor/encoder/Axis hardware

Posted: Sun Apr 18, 2021 12:15 pm
by tblough
Granted, it's a little more work on the front-end, but in the future if he wants to remove the rotary table to free up workspace, it's two touches and done.

Re: Configuring a 4 axis Allin1 with partially missing A axis Motor/encoder/Axis hardware

Posted: Thu Mar 28, 2024 9:39 pm
by CRM
I'm currently working thru the wiring of my 4th axis (a Haas Brushed DC 5c indexer) intended for intermittent use. I have mounted the control box side 17 pin cable connector Haas uses on my control cabinet and when not being used, the indexer will be completely disconnected from the Centroid system at that 17 pin connection (which means axis limit switches AND encoders, as well as motor power wires). Reading thru this thread, it is my understanding that, with Parameter 131 correctly configured, I can use F6 to toggle whether the control expects the 4th axis or not, and home axes appropriately without alarm and configure the axis position display to show or not show the "A" axis as required?

CNCSNW replied to a question I posted in another thread when I asked about whether the indexer had to stay connected when not in use: "No. See Machine Parameter 131 in the Centroid operator's manual. If the fourth axis is not turned off, then the encoder must be connected."
I'm just trying to be clear whether I have to go into the parameters screen and switch the parameter every time, or can it be as convenient as using a function button.

If so, is this functionality built in to the standard PLC mill program, or is a modified/custom one required?