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Changed bed T-Nut threads from 1/3-20 to 1/4-20 (was a typo)
(formatting of training course details, update functional status) |
(Changed bed T-Nut threads from 1/3-20 to 1/4-20 (was a typo)) |
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====Hold down method==== | ====Hold down method==== | ||
The hold-down table has a grid of threaded T-Nuts that can/should be used to hold down your material. If you wish to make your own sacrificial / holding system, simply prepare to fasten it down to this grid pattern. Use the 1/ | The hold-down table has a grid of threaded T-Nuts that can/should be used to hold down your material. If you wish to make your own sacrificial / holding system, simply prepare to fasten it down to this grid pattern. Use the 1/4-20 screws (or bolts if you are gentle). | ||
The spacing of the threaded nuts is 4.861" | The spacing of the threaded nuts is 4.861" (123.63mm) on both the X and also Y axis. Wtf is that spacing? Why not a nice round English or Metric spacing? Well, that is the spacing of the T-channels in the underlying bed. Get used to it and make your templates. | ||
[[File:153-Precix-bed-Nuts-spacing.jpg|150x150px|Precix Mounting Nut Spacing]] | [[File:153-Precix-bed-Nuts-spacing.jpg|150x150px|Precix Mounting Nut Spacing]] | ||
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'''Unsuitable stock materials''': '''Zero''' metal, metal alloy, or metal composites are to be cut on this machine | '''Unsuitable stock materials''': '''Zero''' metal, metal alloy, or metal composites are to be cut on this machine | ||
=== Machine Procedures === | ===Machine Procedures=== | ||
[https://forum.protospace.ca/t/precix-fixture-plate-spoil-design-revision/1391/70 Leveling the bed]<br />[https://forum.protospace.ca/t/mach3-control-screen/1517 Change Z Probe Speed] | [https://forum.protospace.ca/t/precix-fixture-plate-spoil-design-revision/1391/70 Leveling the bed]<br />[https://forum.protospace.ca/t/mach3-control-screen/1517 Change Z Probe Speed] | ||
=== Slated Improvements === | ===Slated Improvements=== | ||
Cut a new dust boot | Cut a new dust boot | ||