Z zero

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rickbw
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Z zero

Post by rickbw »

I am using Mach3. When I do a X, Y & Z zeroing, on my 1st tool or my first toolpath the CNC always starts 1" above the Z zero point I have set up. My X & Y are fine. I then stop my CNC and reset the Z zero point to where it should be. From that point forward. I have no problem. I have reached out to Avid CNC, but they cannot figure out why this is happening.

Any suggestions?

Thanx

rig gap
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Re: Z zero

Post by rig gap »

Are you using a "Z" touchplate...make sure your settings accurately reflect the thickness of the touchplate...if you don't use one, make sure you aren't showing one in your settings.

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