3. Tramming Mount Installation¶
Section Note
Your Z axis may look slightly different than some images. The assembly and installation procedure are the same.
3.1¶
- Partially thread t-nuts onto the socket head cap screws as indicated.
Assembly Note
Orient the tramming plate with the dowels on the same side as the T-Nuts.
3.2¶
- Slide the tramming plate into the t-slots of the Z-Axis as indicated.
3.3¶
| Spindle / Router | Dimension |
|---|---|
| Avid CNC spindles 3HP, 4HP, 8.7HP | 134mm (5-1/4") |
| AV Smart Series spindles AV40S, AV70S | 141mm (5-1/2") |
| Router | 184mm (7-1/4") |
- Position the tramming plate using the dimension for your specific application.
3.4¶
- While pushing on the tramming plate in the indicated direction, fully tighten the tramming plate fasteners.
3.5¶
- Install the base adapter (that is attached to your spindle or router) onto the tramming plate as indicated.
- AV Smart Spindles: Install using the M8 x 30mm Hex Cap Screw previously inserted into the Base Adapter.
Assembly Note
The router or spindle is hidden in the remaining steps for illustrative purposes.
3.6¶
- Tighten the highlighted fasteners.
3.7¶
Configuration Option
This step is only applicable for router and round spindles.
- Slide your router or round spindle into the router mount as indicated.
3.8¶
Configuration Option
This step is only applicable for router and round spindles.
- Install the clamping fasteners as indicated.
3.9¶
Configuration Option
This step is only applicable for router and round spindles.
- Tighten the highlighted fasteners.
3.10¶
- Our Tramming InstructionsTramming Instructions show how to make test cuts to determine if the tram needs to be adjusted. If so, slightly loosen all four of the mounting fasteners and rotate the eccentric bearing. Re-tighten the fasteners after adjusting the tram.
- Tramming Instructions: /support/instructions/machineSetup/levelingSquaringAndTramming
3.11¶
- For Avid CNC spindles, follow our Plug & Play Setup GuidePlug & Play Setup Guide to complete your spindle connections.
- Plug & Play Setup Guide: /support/instructions/accessories/spindles/setup/pnpSetup/