Prusa i3 Axis problems
I just finished building my Prusa i3 (which was a ton of fun) but I've been having some issues with the Y, X and Exturder Axis. When I try and move them the motors move but nothing else. I'm thinking I didn't tighten the screws/nuts enough? The LCD doesn't seem to be showing any errors. Any help would be appreciated.
I uploaded videos to youtube showing the problems,
Thanks,
Nate
Re: Prusa i3 Axis problems
Hi Nathan
Yeah, it does look very much as though the pulleys are slipping on the motor shafts.
The pulleys have 2 grub screws; one must be tightened up onto the flat part of the motor shaft and both must be tight. Don't use too much force otherwise you will damage the screws/allen key.
Peter
P.S. the extruder motor won't work until the extruder is above 190 degrees.
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Re: Prusa i3 Axis problems
Hi Peter,
It was the screws, I tightened them and it works like a charm! Thanks!
-Nate