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Issue with software and G Code

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 01:48:46 -0700

Hiya everyone, hope there is a simple solution to this. I’m using Carveco Maker and it allows me to do the designs but when I go to produce them I get a message in the right corner of my screen saying something about there not being any G Code. I’ve tried to download the G Code that’s demonstrated on Youtube by Ooznest but I’m not having any luck. Can anyone help me.

P.S I’m not into software so any replies have to be as simple as possible.

Thanks

⟐ Answered August 08, 2022, 1:48 MST

Machine still moves after Limit switch being triggered

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 01:47:15 -0700

Hi guys,

I have a situation that the X access limit switch shows as triggered, however it does not stop the machine and it continues to move !

any advice?

⟐ Answered August 08, 2022, 1:47 MST

My z limit switch (limit switch 2) is flipped compared to the guide.

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 10:09:36 -0700

The reason this is how I mounted it is because the bend of the wire(the 2 metal connectors) wouldn’t allow for the limit switch to be flipped the other way.

Is this ok?

⟐ Answer accepted August 01, 2022, 10:09 MST

Z limit switch not working after firmware upgrade

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 00:30:54 -0700

I’ve been using the old firmware since I bought my Workbee back in 2019. I’v never had any issues so I never bothered to upgrade the firmware (if it isn’t broke, don’t fix it). I just purchased an Optlasers add on and it requires the most recent firmware. I followed all the steps to upgrade but once it was all done, none of my limit switches worked. After swapping the wires in the connectors on the Duet and adding a “!” to the config file, I finally got the x and y axis’ working but the z won’t trigger no matter what I do. Any ideas what I can do to fix this?

⟐ Commented July 21, 2022, 0:30 MST

Y axis stops at same position on last pass only

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 00:48:40 -0700

I am cutting two parts with multiple passes. All passes are the same depth and the first 10 passes are fine. The first part of the last pass, with Y increasing, is fine. With Y decreasing, after approx. 50mm, the Y travel stops (at the same Y position on both parts) and the router forces itself sideways (X direction). The toolpaths simulate OK and I have inspected the gcode files (which were calculated at different times) and they also look fine. I can only believe it is machine related. HELP

⟐ Commented July 15, 2022, 0:48 MST

Motors not at idle on swich on

Fri, 08 Jul 2022 09:42:40 -0700

Just had reason to totally rebuild my WorkBee but electronics/wiring not changed.

I am convinced that previously as soon as I switched on the 24V PSU all the motors were at idle mode, wether connected to the PC or not. Now they are all unpowered until I jog or Home, then they rest at idle as I would expect.

Was running version 1.0.7.3, issue as above. Upgraded to latest 3.3.3 same issue. It is not really a problem just that I am sure this is now different after the rebuild.

Can anyone confirm this behaviour ?

⟐ Commented July 08, 2022, 9:42 MST

Building a Pendant can I also add a speed control dial?

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 09:51:34 -0700

Folks I am building a pendant https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheCNCGr... and I am also upgrading my spindle to the Mafell FM 1000 PV for digital rpm control. I would also like to be able to control the Speed setting slider in the interface using a dial on the pendant. Could you point me in the right direction to understand this? The Pendant runs on Arduino so I can process the dial into any format of control required.

This may be redundant as Im also using the PanelDue in the pendant but I like physical controls

⟐ Commented July 07, 2022, 9:51 MST

Why is the connection interrupted after a few seconds?

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 00:41:52 -0700

With the machine connected via ethernet a message “Connection interrupted, attempting to reconnect...
HTTP request timed out” pops up after a few seconds. After that the connection is established again. How can I solve this problem?

I have a workbee Z1 and a WorkBee Control 3.3.0 - V1.2 controller connected by an ethernet cable.

⟐ Commented June 23, 2022, 0:41 MST

'Connecting' blue bar on DWC but not connecting

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 01:10:02 -0700

I can see I am connected on the duet to wifi and the M552 command confirms connection as well as my IP address for DWC.

However, when I visit the address I am met with a blue bar that says “Connecting…” but never appears to connect.

Firmware has been updated to the latest version and it was working fine yesterday?!

Any help here must appreciated!

⟐ Answered June 17, 2022, 1:10 MST

Workbee control panel for pc download.. Where is it?

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 22:15:39 -0700

Hello. Not sure if im being unbelievably thick but where is the workbee control panel software for loading onto pc. All i can find is tutorials on firmware and cam software.

Any pointers gratefully received. Paul.

⟐ Answer accepted June 13, 2022, 22:15 MST

Workbee Z+1 axis is acting funny

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 13:08:07 -0700

I am a little perplexed with the Z axis on my Workbee Z+1 right now as it will sometimes home but sometimes it won’t. If it does home, when I jog it down or touch off to the probe it sometimes won’t retract it will just keep moving in the negative direction. Now, if I try to rehome, after several attempts it will usually home and then repeat this cycle.

So, I’m pretty sure the issue is not with the motor because it will operate in both the positive and negative direction. I think the issue is with either the limit switch or the limit switch cable. Is there a way I can verify that this is the issue before ordering a new limit switch and it not being the problem?

Any suggestion are appreciated!

⟐ Commented June 10, 2022, 13:08 MST

Work Origin shifted in Y-axis after performing Power Loss Resume

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 01:48:26 -0700

Hi,

This has been a recurring issue with the Workbee whenever we pause and resume a job. The work origin, specifically in the Y-axis, will get offset by a certain amount. This obviously causes problem with the cutting.

As a workaround I had to be prepared to stop the cut after resuming, measure out the offset by looking at the actual cut vs. where it supposed to be, and then redefine the y-axis work coordinates.

Does anyone else have any idea what might have caused the shift and how to prevent this from happening?

Thank you.

Justin

⟐ Commented June 07, 2022, 1:48 MST

Ethernet port lights not working

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 04:18:20 -0700

I don't get any lights on the ethernet port. and i’m unable to connect to the machine

when i run M115 i get this returned

FIRMWARE_NAME: RepRapFirmware for Duet 2 WiFi/Ethernet FIRMWARE_VERSION: 3.3 ELECTRONICS: Duet Ethernet 1.02 or later FIRMWARE_DATE: 2021-06-15 21:45:03okWarning: VIN under-voltage event (9.4V)

⟐ Answered June 06, 2022, 4:18 MST

How to learn gcode/macros

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 04:57:16 -0700

What is the best resource for learning enough about gcode to make simple macros which will identify positions for the machine to move to. eg front centre, maximum height to fit dust shoe/change end mill

⟐ Answer accepted June 02, 2022, 4:57 MST

Can I connent 2 workbee z1+ to one pc?

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 02:22:46 -0700

Is it possible to connect and control at the same time two workbee z1+ to one pc? In my workshop I don't have decent WiFi so both machines will use ethernet cable.

⟐ Answered June 01, 2022, 2:22 MST

My circles don't come out correctly

Tue, 31 May 2022 05:27:34 -0700

Hi,

I’m using vcarve to generate my toolpaths and UGS to power my workingbee. But my circles come out weird. Other shapes also come out weird. The vertical side is flat of the larger peace but it should be rounded.

I’m using a 6mm endmill. I’ve attachted some pictures of the toolpath and outcome.

Thanks in advance!

Tom

⟐ Commented May 31, 2022, 5:27 MST

error message DDA RING NOT EMPTY...?

Tue, 31 May 2022 04:11:07 -0700

Getting the error message “SET POSITIONS CALLED WHEN DDA RING NOT EMPTY? Any experience with that anyone?

also…I should add that if I go back and simulate a previously cut file it now won't run that job even though they have run ok days ago. Same error message.

⟐ Answered May 31, 2022, 4:11 MST

Workbee Z1 Assembly Guide

Sun, 22 May 2022 08:47:12 -0700

How can I download the assembly guide for the Workbee Z1 machine?

⟐ Answered May 22, 2022, 8:47 MST

Ooznest Solid Carbide End Mills: Fusion360 tool select

Thu, 12 May 2022 03:42:37 -0700

Hi,

I’m using Fusion 360 to set up jobs for Workbee.

What tool would you select to be equivalent to Ooznest’s 1/4”, standard, 2 flute upcut mills, shown here?: https://ooznest.co.uk/product/solid-carb...

I went through autodesk’s list and couldn’t find anything equivalent, but may have missed it:

https://cam.autodesk.com/hsmtools

Link to a tool file would be great if you have one.

Cheers!

⟐ Answer accepted May 12, 2022, 3:42 MST

Z axis crashing into materials after setting work zero

Thu, 12 May 2022 03:16:59 -0700

I jog the machine to a certain location. Jog it down so it JUST touches the surface of the material and then select ‘set work xyz'

I then move the z axis up 25mm so I can fit the dust shoe.

If I now press go to work zero. It xy and fine but z will plunge into the workpiece and not stop just touching the work piece.

This is before running any gcode so it's a controller setup issue but I can't figure this out.

⟐ Answered May 12, 2022, 3:16 MST