Section 8: Machine Setup¶
8.1 Linear Rail Hole Covers¶
We recommend installing the Linear Rail Hole Covers after you have your machine assembled and running.
QTY | Part/Description | Packaged In |
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150 | GHH20-COVERS | Base Table Kit |
- Install a GHH20 cover in each hole of the linear rails as indicated.
- Repeat this process for both the table and gantry linear rails.
8.2 Next Steps for Plasma Machines¶
- Plasma Mechanical Setup (https://www.avidcnc.com/support/instructions/plasma)
- Additional instructions for the mechanical setup of plasma CNC machines.
- Plasma Software Setup & Usage Guide (https://www.avidcnc.com/support/instructions/software/plasma)
- Guides for installation, setup, and usage of Mach4 CNC controller software. These guides are specific for plasma CNC machines.
8.3 Next Steps for Routing Machines¶
- Spindle & Router Mount Installation (https://www.avidcnc.com/support/instructions/accessories/spindles/mountInstallation)
- Installation instructions for spindle and router mounts (including tramming adapter).
- Plug & Play Spindle / VFD Setup (https://www.avidcnc.com/support/instructions/accessories/spindles/setup)
- Setup guides for spindle / VFD systems. This includes our Plug & Play systems and DIY installations.
- Mach4 Software Setup & Usage Guide (https://www.avidcnc.com/support/instructions/software/mach4)
- Guides for installation, setup, and usage of Mach4 CNC controller software. Use of the software is required in the remaining machine setup items below.
- Machine Leveling, Squaring, & Tramming (https://www.avidcnc.com/support/instructions/machineSetup/levelingSquaringAndTramming)
- Instructions to help calibrate your machine for optimal performance and precision.
- Spoilboard (https://www.avidcnc.com/support/instructions/machineSetup/spoilboard)
- Design & Make project to guide you through creating the spoilboard for your machine.
- Dust Collection (https://www.avidcnc.com/support/instructions/machineSetup/dustCollection)
- Information about dust collection solutions for your machine.
- Auto Z & Corner Finding Touch Plate (https://www.avidcnc.com/support/instructions/accessories/touchplate)
- Instructions for using our touch plate with Mach4 and your machine.
- Rotary Axis (https://www.avidcnc.com/support/instructions/rotary)
- Assembly, installation, and calibration instructions for the Avid CNC rotary axis.
8.4 Spoilboard Installation¶
Our Spoilboard Design & Make Project includes plans and instructions to help you make a spoilboard specific for your size of CNC machine. Included with your machine kit are the necessary fasteners to attach the spoilboard.
QTY | Part/Description | Packaged In |
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1 | CRP816-00-4896 - Spoilboard Fastener Kit | Base Table Kit |
(36) M8 x 16mm Button Head Cap Screw | ||
(36) M8 Roll-in T-Nut |
- Required Tools:
- 5mm Allen Wrench
- Attach the spoilboard to the table crossmembers as indicated.
Congratulations on completing the assembly and setup of your new CNC machine!