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What should the Steps Per Unit be?
The Steps PerUnit is a calculated value of how many step pulses are required to move theaxis one Native Unit (inch or mm). Section 5.5.1 of the “Mach3Mill Install and Config Guide”discusses the necessary calculations in great detail.In Mach4, there is a StepsP...
What is the difference between Home Switches, Limit Switches, and Soft Limits?
All coordinates on a CNC machine are based on it's "home" location, which is the origin of the Machine Coordinate (G53) system. Home switches are used to reference the machine and set this origin point. While not a necessity, they are very useful. Limit swi...
Why does the machine not move in the correct distance?
The most likely causes are: The Steps Per Unit value for the axis is incorrect. (see related article) The motor for the axis is improperly tuned (acceleration and/or velocity are too high) which causes motor stalling and lost steps. There is an electrical...
What do my settings need to be?
Mach3 and Mach4 need to be configured to match the way your machine is physically wiredand tuned appropriately for your hardware. Whoever built the machine will have thisinformation, though much of it can likely be found in the documentation for the hardware o...
Where do I start? Are there steps?
Yes! For anybody just beginning with CNC, the following steps are absolutelyessential. Even pros with many years of experience may be able to pick up a fewpointers. All machine controls are different, and even a person who has run,worked on, built, or installe...
How do I make Auto Touch Off Work?
There are many ways to implement this feature. Most are done by simply wiring a plate withone nonconductive side and one conductive side. The nonconductive side is placed on thework surface and the conductive side will wire into the breakout board (or other lo...
What do I Need to do to Enable Automatic Tool Changes?
The default setting in Mach3 is to ignore tool changes. In Mach4, using a tool change macro(M6) by default will pause the g code, prompt you to change your tool, and then allow youto resume. The endless possibilities of configurations make the ability to creat...
What Knowledge is Required to Build or Retrofit a Machine?
It should be noted that any attempt to build or retrofit a machine in a DIY manneris just that – you Do It Yourself and by no means is it plug-n-play. The instant thedecision has been made to Do It Yourself, the builder becomes the designer.Other people may be...
Mach3 What Operating Systems will Mach3 Run On?
Mach3 will run on any Windows OS from Windows 2000 through Windows 11. The parallelport driver included with Mach3 will only work with 32-bit DESKTOP computers with versionsof Windows 2000 through Windows 7. Any newer operating system and/or one that is 64-bit...
Frequent Licensing Issues
Mach4:Incorrect PCID: This is caused by, you guessed it, an incorrect PCID when attempting tolicense the software. If the PCID is even one digit off, you will get this message. Doublecheck this PCID before trying to license it again as you only have a limited ...
MachPro Plasma Setup Manual
MachPro 26 CNC Software Roadmap Configure Motion Controller Please refer to your motion controller's documentation to: Establish the network connection to the MachPro computer Connect and configure drives Connect and configure I/O Calibrate the axe...
MachPro How To Test For Backlash
Testing for backlash on a CNC (Computer Numerical Control) router is an important maintenance step to ensure accurate and precise machining. Here's how you can test for backlash: Tools and Materials: Dial indicator Magnetic base or other suitable mount ...
MachPro Plasma Operating Manual
Introduction Overview This manual gives an overview for the basic operation of the MachPro Plasma control. The screens are shown below, followed by a brief summary of the features of each screen. The numbers shown in the screenshot refers to a brief descri...
MachPro Tool Setters and Offsets
Open the Calibrate Tool Setters window. Found on the Tools tab. Creating a Manual Tool Setter Mapping the input to a software signal Pull down Configure -> Control and select the Input Signals tab. Some signals are pre-configured when MachPro is installed. T...
Altair 300
MachPro 26 CNC Software Roadmap The Altair 300 is an industrial PC designed for use in a control cabinet. The full manufacturer's specifications are attached in the upper left portion of this screen. Basic specifications: Intel Core i5 with 16GB of memor...
MachPro X15-41-01 Wireless MPG Pendant Setup
Contents Each kit consists of these parts pictured below. Locate these parts before disposing of any packing. 1. Wireless receiver Antenna. 2. Antenna extension cable. 3. Wireless pendent USB receiver. 4. Hand wheel knob. (Shipped inside the battery ...
MachPro Jogging Increments & Pendant Info
Starting Principles Configure the velocity and acceleration for each motor before working on pendant settings. Refer to your motion control manual in the axis calibration settings. Work up to the highest velocity and acceleration values that your machine ...
MachPro documentation for accessories available through Mach-Labs
The MPG Wireless pendant needs to be connected to the control, and added to the MachPro software. Use MachPro X15-41-01 Wireless MPG Pendant Setup to perform those steps. The default settings should provide safe operation for your machine. MachPro Joggi...
MachPro Global Monitoring System
MachPro Manual Upgrade of M31 Firmware and FPGA
For the M31 to function correctly with MachPro, the M31 must have the latest firmware and FPGA version. Verify Installed Versions To check, follow these steps below: Open VSI Device Manager located at:"C:\Program Files (x86)\Vital System Inc\VSI Dev...