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Section 6: Cable Track

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6.1 Table Cable Track

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Parts and Tools Required

The following parts and tools will be used in Section 6.1

QTY Part/Description Packaged In
4 CRP150-03 Cable Tray Bracket Cable Track
1 CRP150-08 Riser Cable Track Bracket Cable Track
2 QT40x125B2 Cable Track Tray Cable Track
1 75mm Cable Track Section Cable Track
2 CT-TRAY-TABLE-PRO-FAST-20.2 [1] : Cable Track
(2) M8 x 12mm Button Head Cap Screw (Total QTY: 4)
(4) M8 x 16mm Socket Head Cap Screw (Total QTY: 8)
(4) M8 Roll-in T-Nut (Total QTY: 8)
(2) M8 Hex Flange Nut (Total QTY: 4)
1 CT-PRO-FAST-20.2 [1] : Cable Track
(2) M8 x 12mm Button Head Cap Screw
(2) M8 Roll-in T-Nut
(4) M6 x 12mm Flat Head Screw
(2) M6 Flat Washer
(4) M6 Hex Jam Nut
Remaining parts from this kit used in future sections
  • Required Tools:
    • 4mm Allen Wrench
    • 5mm Allen Wrench
    • 6mm Allen Wrench
    • Adjustable Wrench
    • Tape Measure
  • Recommended Additional Tools:
    • 10mm Combination Wrench
    • 13mm Combination Wrench

Machine Revision

1. If your Cable Track Kit contains CT-TRAY-TABLE-PRO-FAST and CT-FAST-PRO-19.1, use the assembly instructions for the 19.2 machine revision. Click Here to switch to those assembly instructions.(https://www.avidcnc.com/support/instructions/pro/downloads/#192-revision-machines)

  • Required Tools:
    • 4mm Allen Wrench
    • 5mm Allen Wrench
    • 6mm Allen Wrench
    • Adjustable Wrench
    • Tape Measure
  • Recommended Additional Tools:
    • 10mm Combination Wrench
    • 13mm Combination Wrench

6.1.1 Cable Track Tray

6.1.1.1

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  • Attach the four cable track tray brackets to the base extrusion as indicated.
  • Partially tighten the fasteners to allow positioning in the next step.

6.1.1.2

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  • Position the brackets as indicated.
  • Fully tighten the fasteners.

Assembly Note

Dimensions shown are from the back of the machine.

6.1.1.3

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  • Set the cable track trays on the brackets as indicated.

6.1.1.4

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  • Fasten the cable track tray to the brackets as indicated.

6.1.2 Cable Track Installation

6.1.2.1

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  • Partially thread fasteners into the riser cable track bracket as indicated.

6.1.2.2

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  • Slide the assembled riser cable track bracket into the riser extrusion as indicated.

6.1.2.3

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  • Position the riser cable track bracket flush with the bottom of the riser extrusion.
  • Fully tighten the fasteners.

6.1.2.4

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  • Attach the fixed end of the 75mm cable track section to the tray, 3 slots back from the front of the tray as indicated.

Assembly Note

The fixed end of the cable track section is the one that does not rotate independently.

6.1.2.5

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  • Attach the other end of the 75mm cable track section to the riser cable track bracket as indicated.
  • Fully tighten the 75mm cable track section fasteners.

6.2 Gantry Cable Track

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Parts and Tools Required

The following parts and tools will be used in Section 6.2

QTY Part/Description Packaged In
1 CRP150-09 Gantry Cable Track Bracket Cable Track
1 QT40x125B Cable Track Tray Cable Track
1 50mm Cable Track Section (23 Links) Cable Track
1 CT-PRO-FAST-20.2 [2] : Cable Track
(2) M6 x 12mm Socket Head Cap Screw
(4) M6 x 12mm Flat Head Screw
(2) M6 Flat Washer
(2) M6 Hex Jam Nut
Remaining parts from this kit used in the Motors and Sensors Connections section
1 CT-TRAY-GANTRY-PRO-FAST-20.2 [2] : Cable Track
(5) M8 x 12mm Button Head Cap Screw
(5) M8 Roll-in T-Nut
  • Required Tools:
    • 4mm Allen Wrench
    • 5mm Allen Wrench
    • Adjustable Wrench
    • Tape Measure
  • Recommended Additional Tools:
    • 10mm Combination Wrench

Machine Revision

2. If your Cable Track Kit contains CT-FAST-PRO-19.1 and CT-TRAY-GANTRY-PRO-FAST, use the assembly instructions for the 19.2 machine revision. Click Here to switch to those assembly instructions.(https://www.avidcnc.com/support/instructions/pro/downloads/#192-revision-machines)

  • Required Tools:
    • 4mm Allen Wrench
    • 5mm Allen Wrench
    • Adjustable Wrench
    • Tape Measure
  • Recommended Additional Tools:
    • 10mm Combination Wrench

6.2.1 Cable Track Tray

6.2.1.1

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  • Attach the gantry cable track bracket to the gantry R&P plate as indicated.
  • Fully tighten the fasteners.

6.2.1.2

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  • Attach a cable track tray to the bottom t-slot on the gantry extrusion as indicated.
  • Partially tighten the fasteners.

6.2.1.3

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  • Position the cable track tray as indicated.
  • Fully tighten the fasteners.

Assembly Note

The measurement shown is from the inside of the riser joining plate.

6.2.2 Cable Track Section

6.2.2.1

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  • Attach the fixed end of the 50mm cable track section to the tray, 6 slots from the end as indicated.

Assembly Note

The fixed end of the cable track section is the one that does not rotate independently.

6.2.2.2

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  • Attach the other end of the 50mm cable track section to the gantry cable track bracket as indicated.
  • Fully tighten the 50mm cable track section fasteners.

6.3 Z-Axis Cable Track

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Parts and Tools Required

The following parts and tools will be used in Section 6.3

QTY Part/Description Packaged In
1 CRP150-10 Z-Axis Cable Track Bracket Cable Track
1 50mm Cable Track Section (18 Links) Cable Track
1 CT-Z-PRO-FAST-20.2 [3] : Cable Track
(2) M6 x 12mm Flat Head Screw
(2) M6 x 16mm Flat Head Screw
(2) M8 x 16mm Socket Head Cap Screw
(2) M6 Roll-in T-Nut
(2) M8 Roll-in T-Nut
  • Required Tools:
    • 4mm Allen Wrench
    • 6mm Allen Wrench
    • Tape Measure

Machine Revision

3. If your Cable Track Kit contains CT-Z-PRO-FAST, use the assembly instructions for the 19.2 machine revision. Click Here to switch to those assembly instructions.(https://www.avidcnc.com/support/instructions/pro/downloads/#192-revision-machines)

  • Required Tools:
    • 4mm Allen Wrench
    • 6mm Allen Wrench
    • Tape Measure

6.3.1 Cable Track Assembly

6.3.1.1

12" Z-Axis Option

Skip this step if you purchased the optional 12" travel Z-Axis.

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  • Attach the Z-Axis cable track bracket to the free end of the 50mm cable track section as indicated.

Assembly Note

The free end of the cable track is the one that can rotate independently.

Assembly Note

Ensure you are using the correct length flat head screws. CT-Z-PRO-FAST-20.2 includes both 12mm and 16mm M6 flat head screws. This step uses the shorter 12mm screws.

6.3.1.2

12" Z-Axis Option

This step is applicable only for those who purchased the optional 12" travel Z-Axis.

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  • Attach the Z-Axis cable track bracket to the free end of the 50mm cable track section as indicated.

Assembly Note

The free end of the cable track is the one that can rotate independently.

Assembly Note

Ensure you are using the correct length flat head screws. CT-Z-PRO-FAST-20.2 includes both 12mm and 16mm M6 flat head screws. This step uses the shorter 12mm screws.

6.3.1.3

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  • Partially thread fasteners onto the other end of the cable track section as indicated.

Assembly Note

Ensure you are using the correct length flat head screws. CT-Z-PRO-FAST-20.2 includes both 12mm and 16mm M6 flat head screws. This step uses the longer 16mm screws.

6.3.2 Cable Track Installation

6.3.2.1

12" Z-Axis Option

Skip to Step 6.3.2.56.3.2.5 if you purchased the optional 12" travel Z-Axis.

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  • Attach the Z-Axis cable track bracket to the back of the Z-Axis as indicated, partially tightening the fasteners.

Assembly Note

While installing the Roll-in T-Nuts, take care to prevent them from sliding down the t-slot.

6.3.2.2

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  • Position the bracket 1" from the top of the Z-Axis as indicated.
  • Fully tighten the fasteners.

6.3.2.3

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  • Slide the other end of the cable track into the extrusion as indicated.
  • Partially tighten the fasteners.

6.3.2.4

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  • Position the cable track as indicated.
  • Fully tighten the fasteners.

6.3.2.5

12" Z-Axis Option

The remaining steps in Section 6.3.2 are applicable only for those who purchased the optional 12" travel Z-Axis.

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  • Attach the Z-Axis cable track bracket to the back of the Z-Axis as indicated, partially tightening the fasteners.

Assembly Note

While installing the Roll-in T-Nuts, take care to prevent them from sliding down the t-slot.

6.3.2.6

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  • Position the bracket flush with the top of the Z-Axis as indicated.
  • Fully tighten the fasteners.

6.3.2.7

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  • Slide the other end of the cable track into the extrusion as indicated.
  • Partially tighten the fasteners.

6.3.2.4

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  • Position the cable track as indicated.
  • Fully tighten the fasteners.