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Description of the problem: My stepper motor is reversing direction randomly without changing commanded direction or settings.   Solution: The amp output is most likely set too high. Lower the amp output until the motor is stable.   Keywords: 7685

Description of the problem: Debounce is the number of pulses that a switch must be stable for it's signal to be considered valid. For example, electrical noise can cause issues with limit switches being triggered. Debounce can be elevated to ignore the noise....

Description of the problem: The Apollo III motion controller is not communicating, but all the settings look correct and the firmware and plugin match.   Solution: The issue may be a corrupted FPGA. To check and fix that follow these steps: Open the VS...

Description of the problem: On Apollo series boards the X0 (Drive Fault) is always on whether the drives have errors or not. Upon further inspection the only way to get the X0 LED to turn off is by removing all the control cables from the Apollo board.   So...

24V Dropping Out (power light flashing/dim) Typically related to a "short" in limit switch....some input is getting grounded out. Remove inputs from Apollo board until issue goes away to figure out which one it is. If all inputs out and still issue, remove 2...

Description of the problem: The Motor/Drive Response graph is blank when motion is commanded.   Solution: When the HiCON motor/drive graph is blank, this my be caused by Windows Firewall blocking the incoming data.  Start Menu, search "Window Fir...

Description of the problem: What are the correct post files for use with SheetCAM?   Solution:   Machine Type Post File Name Router Mach3.scpost Mach3 Plasma/Oxy Fuel MachMotion Plasma THC Version4.scpost Mach3 Water ...

Description of the problem: My Teco motor is oscillating back and forth (humming / screeching).   Solution: Try changing the notch filter parameter inside the Teco drives to reduce harmonics.       1. Press the [Mode] button until you see CN001 ...

Watch Yaskawa tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9TW9wodQ8M)   Prerequisites Have a tuning cable. USB Micro b connector to fit the servo drive. Download and install SigmaWin+ https://www.yaskawa.com/products/motion/sigma-5-servo-products...

Use a small flat screwdriver to push back the metal clip. It will likely take a good bit of pressure and the proper angle to get it to slide into place. This opens up the pocket for the wire to go into. Once opened, insert the wire and be sure no insulation ha...

To update drive parameters on a Yaskawa drive, follow these instructions.   From the display panel:   Press the Mode/Set key until you see the parameter set needing changed (example: Pn0001). Use the Up/Down arrow keys to move through the list and select t...

Tips/Notes: Using the % character in the filename can cause SheetCAM to crash/freeze when importing.   Links to SheetCAM Resources: Install: http://sheetcam.com/Downloads/akp3fldwqh/SheetCam%20TNG%20setup%20V6.0.19.exe   Manual: http://www.sheetcam....

To enable/disable the PLC in Mach4, follow the attached instructions. File Type Document Name View / Download / Print Disable PLC Launch 10556

On the 1000 Series control, there are six user auxiliary buttons that can be configured. To configure the buttons, select the "Settings" tab the lower right of the screen and then press "Screen Configuration."   Each button can be configured to acti...

Problem: When attempting to edit g-code, user receives a gcEdit error. Solution: With the control software closed, open a windows explorer window. In the address bar type %appdata% and press [enter]. It will take you to a folder and you'll see similar ...

When installing Regeneration Resistors care must be taken as the resistor absorbs the regeneration power, and it is possible to generate high temperatures above 100°C. Provide adequate cooling and use appropriate high temperature wires and ensure there is a...

If you have a RapidPath control, the following concepts apply, but connecting will be a little different. See the installation manual for your kit to see additional detail. Outputs on the breakout board can be used for a variety of control functions. Often th...

Adjusting Pendant Acceleration You can adjust the pendant acceleration by going to the Settings Tab and selecting Machine Calibration (2000 series: select the Service Tab at the bottom of the main screen, and click the Interface Config button near the top of ...

Here are a few screen shots of menus from sheetcam and an explanation of how to set up a wiggle/oscillation: The number of wiggles is calculated from the pierce time, feed rate and wiggle length.    You also need some type of lead in defined in the operatio...

Problem: Not going the correct RPM? Is the spindle encoder configured correctly? Option 1 Test with a Tachometer and make sure it matches the RPM in Mach. Option 2 Zero the HiCON encoder Rotate the spindle 360 degrees How many encoder counts d...