1. X-axis Carriage

Step #06 - Installing the Motor

List of Components

ItemSpecQty
 Stepper motorNema231
 DIN912 screwM5x404
 SpacerM5x194
 LocknutM54

Tools needed

Allen Key 4mm Spanner 8mm

Instructions

  1. Position the first spacer.
    1. Place the motor over the spacer. (pay attention to the orientation of the connectors)
      1. Insert the first screw and tighten it loosely.
        1. Repeat these 3 steps on each hole of the motor.
          1. Fully tighten all the screws.

            Animation

            Make sure that the motor connector is oriented as shown on the picture below.
            Don't forget to firmly tighten the small screws on the motor coupler.