4th Axis Module component for system (D-Series)
4th Axis Module
Description
The module is necessary to control a rotary axis with the STEPCRAFT machine. The module is simply plugged into the main control board and can be used for every type of STEPCRAFT machine. The module is fully integrated and can be reached from the backside of the machine.
SOFTWARE: To operate the 4th Axis, you will need CAM software that is capable of generating tool paths (GCode) for the rotary axis. Aspire, VCarve Pro, Vcarve Desktop (new!), DeskProto, and Fusion 360 are programs we offer that have this capability. Cut 3D and Cut 2D (all versions) do NOT have this capability.
Scope of Delivery:
4th Axis Module
Technical Specifications of the STEPCRAFT M.500 CNC System
Machine's Footprint (Width, Length, Height) | 23" x 28.6" x 25.4" |
X-Travel | 13.7" (348 mm) |
Y-Travel | 21.4" (543.6 mm) |
Z-Travel | 7.63" (194 mm) |
Gantry Clearance (Z) | 8.07" (205 mm) |
Table Work Area (X, Y) | 20.2" x 25.6" (513 x 650.2 mm) |
Max Feed Rate | 283 in/min (120 mm/sec) |
Lead/Ball Screws | igus dryspin 12x5 mm (optional HIWIN ball screws 12x5 mm) |
Linear Drive | Bosch Rexroth ball bearing linear guides |
Stepper Motors | Sanyo Denki NEMA 23 (1 on X and Z and 2 on Y axes) |
Positional Accuracy/Repeatability | +/- 0.0009" (+/- 0.025 mm) w/igus dryspin +/- 0.0005" (+/- 0.015 mm) w/HIWIN ball screws |
Programmable Resolution | +/- 0.0002" (+/- 0.00625 mm) |
Backlash | +/- 0.0019" (+/- 0.05 mm) w/igus dryspin +/- 0.0012" (+/- 0.03 mm) w/HIWIN ball screws |
Weight | 48.5 lbs (22kg) |
Power Requirements | 110V-240V, 50-60 Hz, 180 watts (Comes with 110V USA plug) |
Interface | USB 2.0 / Parallel (LPT1) / Network RJ-45 |
Computer Requirements | PC with 1Ghz Processor (Laptop, Desktop or All-in-One), USB 2.0 interface, Windows 7 or higher (32/64 bit) OR MAC OS X 10.3.9 or higher with Windows emulation (Parallels or BootCamp) |
Scope Of Delivery
- The M-Series machine will arrive completely ready to run. If you ordered a DIY Kit then it will come with all necessary mechanical and electrical components.
- UCCNC control software
- UC100 Parallel to USB interface
- USB Cable
- Power supply with 110V USA power cable
- 3 x Flexi Guides™
- WERA Tool Set
- Operating Manual
- Detailed assembly manual
Required Tools
- WERA tool set (Included in the DIY Kit)
- 5.5 mm box wrench
- Wire Cutter
- Long-nose pliers
- Cutter Knife
- Digital Calipers
- 3-in-1 oil and grease
System Requirements
- PC with 1GHz processor
- USB Interface (Optional Ethernet)
- Windows XP or higher (32/64 bit)
- MAC OS X 10.3.9 or higher with Windows Emulation