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Filnet
(@filnet)
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lost calibration after printing

Hello

After printing, my MK3s lost the Y calibration for the following print... The only way for me is to push manually the bed to the real place (I know, it's not a good thing).

Have you an idea?

Thanh you

Phil

Posted : 20/04/2019 8:28 am
JoanTabb
(@joantabb)
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Re: lost calibration after printing

Hi Phillippe,

loss of Home position on a Mk3 is usually due to friction or resistance to movement,

when the printer is idle, your Y platform should move backwards and forwards with little resistance,

problems can be caused by :

Loose screws on the motor pulley... one screw should be tightened against the flat on the motor shaft. the other should then be tightened against the round part of the shaft.

poor belt alignment causing resistance to movement

poor cable management causing resistance to movement

something obstructing the Y platform movement...

over tightening the Y belt idler mounting bolt

Faulty Y belt idler bearing,

y Belt idler bearing not centred in idler roller

lack of lubrication in the Linear bearings,

Faulty linear bearings

over tightening the u-bolts on linear bearings

using misaligned bearing housings instead of u-bolts.

and there are probably some possibilities i have missed
regards Joan

I try to make safe suggestions,You should understand the context and ensure you are happy that they are safe before attempting to apply my suggestions, what you do, is YOUR responsibility. Location Halifax UK

Posted : 20/04/2019 11:46 am
Filnet
(@filnet)
Active Member
Topic starter answered:
Re: lost calibration after printing

I found the solution, thanks to your advice.
The engine pulley was too close to the engine and there was friction.
I had retouched this setting a few days ago because I found that the belt was not aligned well. The best is the enemy of good...

Thank you for help
Best regards

Posted : 22/04/2019 11:39 am
JoanTabb
(@joantabb)
Veteran Member Moderator
Re: lost calibration after printing

Glad to hear you sorted the problem Phillippe,

regards Joan

I try to make safe suggestions,You should understand the context and ensure you are happy that they are safe before attempting to apply my suggestions, what you do, is YOUR responsibility. Location Halifax UK

Posted : 22/04/2019 11:52 am
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