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2. Base Adapter Installation


3 HP Avid CNC Spindle

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Info

The hardware bag for the spindle tramming mount contains fasteners for mounting multiple types of spindles. Due to this, you may have unused fasteners after installing your spindle.


2.1.1

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  • Attach the spindle to the base adapter as indicated.

Assembly Note

Use the upper set of mounting holes on the spindle.

Assembly Note

Spindle tramming mounts purchased prior to March 2021 use M8 x 20mm socket head cap screws.


2.1.2

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  • Fully tighten the fasteners.
  • Continue to the Tramming Mount InstallationTramming Mount Installation section to install the tramming mount.

4 HP Avid CNC Spindle

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Info

The hardware bag for the spindle tramming mount contains fasteners for mounting multiple types of spindles. Due to this, you may have unused fasteners after installing your spindle.


2.1.1

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  • Attach the spindle to the base adapter as indicated.

Assembly Note

Use the lower set of mounting holes on the spindle.


2.1.2

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  • Fully tighten the fasteners.
  • Continue to the Tramming Mount InstallationTramming Mount Installation section to install the tramming mount.

8.7 HP Avid CNC Spindle

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Info

The hardware bag for the spindle tramming mount contains fasteners for mounting multiple types of spindles. Due to this, you may have unused fasteners after installing your spindle.


2.2.1

6kW Adaptor
  • Attach the spindle to the base adapter as indicated.

Assembly Note

Spindle tramming mounts purchased prior to March 2021 use M8 x 20mm socket head cap screws.


2.2.2

Adaptor Tighten
  • Fully tighten the fasteners.
  • Continue to the Tramming Mount InstallationTramming Mount Installation section to install the tramming mount.

Router & Round Spindle

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2.3.1

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  • Attach the router mount to the base adapter as indicated.
  • Fully tighten the fasteners.

2.3.2

Configuration Option

If you purchased the optional tramming mount, skip this step and proceed to the Tramming Mount InstallationTramming Mount Installation section.

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  • Partially thread t-nuts onto the socket head cap screws as indicated.

2.3.3

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  • Slide the router mount assembly into the t-slots of the Z-Axis as indicated.

2.3.4

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  • Position the base adapter 25mm (1") from the bottom of the Z-Axis moving plate as indicated.

2.3.5

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  • Tighten the fasteners as indicated.

2.3.6

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  • Slide your router or round spindle into the router mount as indicated.

2.3.7

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  • Install the clamping fasteners as indicated.

2.3.8

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  • Tighten the indicated fasteners.