5. Gantry sides

Step #08 - Mounting the X-axis stopper

List of Components

ItemSpecQty
 Male cable chain/1
  DIN 912 ScrewM6x201
 DIN 912 ScrewM4x251
 SpacerM5x151
 WasherM61
 Sliding NutM61
 Sliding NutM41

Tools needed

Allen Key 3mm Allen Key 4mm

Instructions

  1. In the upper groove, add the M6 sliding nut with i's hole towards the exterior.
    1. Add the M6 screw and tighten.
      1. In the lower groove, add the M4 sliding nut with i's hole towards the exterior.
        1. Pre place the cable chain holder.
          1. Add the M4 screw, the spacer & the washer then tighten.
            1. Move the X-carriage to the right side to test that the X-axis sensor touches the screw.

              Animation

              Pay attention to the orientation of the parts.The X axis sensor must touch the screw.