Section 5: Z-Axis¶
5.1 Z-Axis Installation¶
Parts and Tools Required¶
| QTY | Part/Description | Packaged In |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | CRP840-00 Ballscrew Z-Axis | Z-Axis |
| 1 | CRP840-00-FAST-18.3 | Z-Axis |
| (8) M8 x 25mm Flat Head Screw | ||
| Remaining parts from this kit used in future sections |
- Required Tools:
- 2.5mm Allen Wrench
- 3mm Allen Wrench
- 5mm Ball-End Allen Wrench
5.1.1 Attach Z-Axis¶
5.1.1.1¶
- Remove the indicated screws holding the moving plate to the Z-Axis.
Assembly Note
Place these screws aside, you will be reinstalling the moving plate in a future step.
5.1.1.2¶
- Remove the moving plate and set aside.
Assembly Note
Some force may be required to remove the moving plate from the Z-Axis.
5.1.1.3¶
- Remove the screws holding the metal dust covers to the Z-Axis.
Assembly Note
The remaining screws for the dust covers are included in a bag with the Z-Axis.
5.1.1.4¶
- Remove the dust cover.
Assembly Note
Set aside the dust cover and screws that were removed, these will be reinstalled after mounting the Z-Axis.
5.1.1.5¶
- Repeat these steps to remove the dust cover on the other side.
5.1.1.6¶
- Attach the Z-Axis to the gantry carriage as indicated.
- Fully tighten all 8 fasteners.
5.1.1.7¶
- Slide the metal dust covers back on the Z-Axis as indicated.
5.1.1.8¶
- Attach the metal dust covers using the fasteners removed in previous steps.
5.1.1.9¶
- Attach the moving plate to the Z-Axis using the fasteners removed in Step 5.1.1.1.
5.2 Z-Axis Motor Installation¶
Parts and Tools Required¶
| QTY | Part/Description | Packaged In |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | NEMA 23 or 34 Motor | Electronics or Motors Box |
| 1 | Oldham Assembly | Z-Axis |
| 1 | CRP840-00-FAST-18.3 | Z-Axis |
| (4) M5 x 10mm Socket Head Cap Screw (NEMA 23 Applications) | ||
| (4) M6 x 16mm Socket Head Cap Screw (NEMA 34 Applications) |
- Required Tools:
- 3mm Allen Wrench
- 4mm Allen Wrench (NEMA 23 Applications)
- 5mm Allen Wrench (NEMA 34 Applications)
- Tape Measure
5.2.1 NEMA 23¶
5.2.1.1¶
- Slide the motor half of the Oldham Coupler onto the motor as indicated.
Assembly Note
Align the key in the motor shaft with the slot in the Oldham Coupler.
5.2.1.2¶
- Position the Oldham Coupler to the dimension shown.
- Then tighten the clamping screw on the Oldham Coupler.
Assembly Note
The dimension shown is measured from the bottom of the motor boss to the top of the Oldham Coupler.
5.2.1.3¶
- Install the assembled motor on the Z-Axis as indicated.
Assembly Note
Align the motor half of the Oldham Coupler with the Oldham Coupler on the Z-Axis.
5.3.1 NEMA 34¶
5.3.1.1¶
- Slide the motor half of the Oldham Coupler onto the motor as indicated.
Assembly Note
Align the key in the motor shaft with the slot in the Oldham Coupler.
5.3.1.2¶
- Position the Oldham Coupler to the dimension shown.
- Then tighten the clamping screw on the Oldham Coupler.
Assembly Note
The dimension shown is measured from the boss on the motor to the top of the Oldham Coupler.
5.3.1.3¶
- Install the assembled motor on the Z-Axis as indicated.
Assembly Note
Align the motor half of the Oldham Coupler with the Oldham Coupler on the Z-Axis.