Hi, I have a k 40, but I have a problem with the axis, y moves with difficulty while x is not recognized in any way.
I replaced the board, now I use a Mini gerbil but the problem persists. could anyone help me? could it be a hardware problem related to step motors?
In the link below you will find a video that demonstrates the problem.
Normally the first thing to check when an axis doesn’t move at all is the limit switch for that axis. Do you have a multimeter?
“moves with difficulty” is probably mechanical. Does it move equally easily on both axes if the machine is powered off and you move the head by hand?
Hi Michael, i don t have a Multimeter but i will find one soon!
When the machine is powered off it moves equally easily but when the power is on it moves only y (with difficult) and x is not recognized by the software.
Ok, for homing the K40 uses optical endstops. The optical sensors are black U-shaped pieces where a metal tab slides into the middle of the U-shape at the limit. I’ve included a pic of my y-axis sensor and tab. Make sure nothing is blocking the sensor and make sure the tab is aligned correctly to slide into the middle of the sensor.