Homing Switches
In this section we will install the homing switches and actuators for the X, Y, and Z axes.
1000mm Homing Switch Kit | ||
SKU | Name | Quantity |
30557-02 | Microswitch | 3 |
25285-57 | Socket Head Screw M2 x 14 | 4 |
25285-56 | Socket Head Screw M2 x 10 | 2 |
30555-03 | Washer, Split Lock M2 Stainless | 6 |
25285-51 | Socket Head Screw M5 x 16 | 2 |
26016-03 | Post Assembly M5 Tee Nuts | 2 |
25312-25 | Aluminum Spacers | 2 |
Z Axis Homing Switch
1000mm Homing Switch Kit | ||
SKU | Name | Quantity |
30557-02 | Microswitch | 1 |
25285-56 | M2x10 Socket Head Screw | 2 |
30555-03 | Washer, Split Lock M2 Stainless | 2 |
Place an M2 split lock washer on each M2x10 socket head screw.
There are 2 tapped holes on the top right side of the Z axis assembly. Slide the 2 M2x10mm socket head screws through the holes in the switch. With the actuator facing the front of the machine, use a 1.5mm hex key to secure the switch to the Z axis. Be sure not to over-tighten the screws as it may damage the switch.
X Axis Homing Switch
1000mm Homing Switch Kit | ||
SKU | Name | Quantity |
30557-02 | Microswitch | 1 |
25285-57 | Socket Head Screw M2 x 14 | 2 |
30555-03 | Washer, Split Lock M2 Stainless | 2 |
There are 2 tapped holes on the backside of the X carriage for mounting the X axis homing switch.
Place a split lock washer on each of the M2x14mm screws and place through the holes on the switch. With the switch actuator facing away from the motor, tighten the switch to the X carriage using a 1.5mm hex key. Be sure not to over-tighten the screws as it may damage the switch.
X Axis Homing Switch Actuator
1000mm Homing Switch Kit | ||
SKU | Name | Quantity |
25285-51 | Socket Head Screw M5 x 16 | 1 |
26016-03 | Post Assembly M5 Tee Nuts | 1 |
25312-25 | Aluminum Spacers | 1 |
The actuator for the X axis homing switch will be located on the back side of the X axis Makerslide.
Place the post-assembly M5 Tee Nut in the bottom channel on the backside of the X axis extrusion.
Place the aluminum spacer on the M5x16 socket head screw and tighten it into the post-assembly Tee Nut using a 3mm hex key.
We will set the correct location of this stop when we calibrate the machine.
Y Axis Homing Switch
1000mm Homing Switch Kit | ||
SKU | Name | Quantity |
30557-02 | Microswitch | 1 |
25285-57 | Socket Head Screw M2 x 14 | 2 |
30555-03 | Washer, Split Lock M2 Stainless | 2 |
Place a split lock washer on each of the M2x14mm screws and place through the holes on the switch. Tighten using a 1.5mm hex key and make sure the switch is installed with the arm hanging downwards.
Y Axis Homing Switch Actuator
1000mm Homing Switch Kit | ||
SKU | Name | Quantity |
25285-51 | Socket Head Screw M5 x 16 | 1 |
26016-03 | Post Assembly M5 Tee Nuts | 1 |
25312-25 | Aluminum Spacers | 1 |
The Y Axis Homing Switch Actuator is installed on the left Y-Axis, approximately 2" from the front of the machine. We will set the correct location of this stop when we calibrate the machine in a later step.
Press the tee nut into the outside channel of the left side extrusion (same side where we installed the homing switch on the Y plate). Place the aluminum spacer on the M5x16 socket head screw and secure it to the tee nut using a 3mm hex key.
If damaged during assembly, you can find an additional Microswitch in the Spare Parts Kit.
If needed, you can also find additional Post Assembly M5 Tee Nuts in the Spare Parts Kit.
If needed, you can also find additional 10.5mm Aluminum Spacers in the Spare Parts Kit.
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