First steps UCCNC
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1. 6 2 4 Checking operational readiness lt lt lt lt lt lt lt T 2S Manua OS a E EEE E E ER 8 2 6 Verification of the 1 AXES lt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt ia aiaa geai 9 2 ROND ee E E a 9 2 WORTE 0 qe nee eee eee eee eee 10 3 1 Fation OF er 8 0 8 18 IG 10 3 2 Importing th pattern 4066 tibet natsdineteledelaacinteneien 11 3 3 Definition of workpiece zero point X 1 lt lt lt lt lt lt 12 3 4 Preparation of the 3D print 1 0 lt lt lt lt 13 3 5 Definition of workpiece zero 000102 lt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt 14 4 Starting the first 3D Print procesS lt lt lt lt lt lt 17 STEPCRAFT 1 GENERAL NOTES This manual is intended to familiarize you with your desktop CNC 3D system and to provide you with all the information you need in order to produce your first 3D print workpiece These instructions equally apply to the desktop CNC 3D systems STEPCRAFT 2 210 300 420 600 and 840 referred to in the following as STEPCRAFT In order to operate the machine safely and professionally please read through this entire manual and all additional documentation provided prior to your first usage of your machine 1 Operating instructions of yo2. 2 3 CONNECTING THE MACHINE TO THE COMPUTER After completing the software installation connect the AC adapter to the power supply and the STEPCRAFT desktop 3D system Connect the machine the UC100 device with the enclosed USB cable to the computer and launch the program HBE C THESE MEGNI E Com rolL 0 1 00 40 for STEPCRAFT D cncarive Polgardi esign motion controls STEPCRAFT UCCNC software for STEPCRAFT T run OFFSETS CONFIGURATION J DIAGNOSTICS 0 0000 Y 0 0000 Z 0 0000 A 0 0000 Fset 6 0 100 Sset 2000 0 008 54 ass GOTO ZERO LOAD FILE EDIT FILE REWIND FILE CLOSE FILE ACTIVE G0 G90 ACTUAL LINE WE 0 RUN FROM HERE TIME 0 TOOL 0 ra L al STEPCRAFT PmMZ ION gt E rr 67271 lt gt OW HO rr mZoI eo oO m 2 0 g on A CT Goto zeno Geene M C on y G on _ G On O m _ Profile Stepcraft2_Model300 Every time you start the program the reset button in the bottom right corner is flashing NOTICE Release the emergency switch from the machine and make sure that no reference switch of the machine is being pressed Press the reset button The machine is ready for operation now 2 4 CHECKING OPERATIONAL READINESS After completing the software installation the machine is ready You can check the status of the machine via the LEDs on the control board
3. E OFFSETS TOOLS CONFIGURATION DIAGNOSTICS HELP L al OFFLINE MODE CYCLE RO START 6 D M O LINE ACTIVE o MDI 30390 ACTUAL LINE DWELL FEED RUN FROM HERE TIME 0 HOLD Cycle start TOOL 0 File Profiles Macro_Stepcraft2_Model420 3 File Profiles Macro_Stepcraft2_Model420 3 00 01 00 zero CYCLE Cycle stop STOP OVERRIDE LIMITS _ LLU 1204 F3000 Profile Stepcraft2_Model420 3Dprinter After this move the Z axis manually up to approx 20 mm above the print table 16 STEPCRAFT 4 STARTING THE FIRST 3D PRINT PROCESS Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool Do not use a power tool while you are tired and or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury Use personal protective equipment Always wear eye protection Protective equipment will reduce personal injuries Prior to first usage read the manual of your STEPCRAFT 3D print head thoroughly and carefully making sure you have understood everything Speed will be automatically controlled by UCCNC Be aware that the temperature of the 3D print head is controlled manually and you have to switch off the control unit after the job has been finished Now press the cycle start button The machine moves from the workpiece zero point
4. at the rear of the machine left to right direction UC100 device LED 1 and LED 2 control board LED 1 and LED 2 Status Control board LED 1 green Control board LED 2 green 1 Status on Status on Sharing ok output stage switched on Voltage is applied at 5V emergency switch switched off Status off Status on Release not OK off stage emergency Voltage is applied at 5V switch switched on Status off Status off STEPCRAFT Status Control board LED 1 green Control board LED 2 green i Release not OK end stage switched off Power disabled power is not active Status UC100 LED 1 green UC100 LED 2 blue 1 Status on Status on Existing USB connection UCCNC program is online started Status on Status off Existing USB connection UCCNC program is offline not started in demo mode Status off Status off No existing USB connection UCCNC program is offline not started in demo mode 2 5 MANUAL TEST Please refer to item 2 7 if you are already familiar with the manual jog menu of UCCNC If the STEPCRAFT is in status 1 1 it can now be moved manually NOTICE Furthermore the proper assembly of the machine according to assembly instruction is an essential requirement Additionally you need to ensure that the lead screws and the linear axes are greased according to the maintenance plan of the STEPCRAFT Now open the manual jog menu by moving the mouse pointer to
5. jogging of the 4th axis max speed 20 until a clean thread is printed out A CAUTION Hot Remove the thread e g with a pair of tweezers NOTICE If the filament is already inserted into the 3D print head only steps 8 and 9 apply 3 5 DEFINITION OF WORKPIECE ZERO POINT Z The workpiece zero point Z is the point where the end mill touches the surface of the workpiece Jog carefully with the nozzle of the 3D print head towards the print table 14 STEPCRAFT Ea UCCNC software for STEPCRAFT CONFIGURATION DIAGNOSTICS X 8 9325 Y 24 0000 Z 2 0025 i O ni i G Continous Step p 2 760 gt rr OIMN aie rre gt mZoI EE OFFLINE 607 0 0000 01 Srove DE 3 77 TEM 00 CYCLE ass 56 CE Corzo STAR Jog feed 457 G58 Gel SINGLE 1 EDIT FILE REWIND FILE iio ACTIVE MDI G1 G90 ACTUAL LINE DWELL FEED Cycle start TOOL 0 Cycle stop Cycle stop 00 13 25 CYCLE Cycle start STOP Cycle start Cycle stop Cycle start Cycle start Gycie stop J OVERRIDE LIMITS i Profile Stepcraft2_Model300 Take a piece of paper place it onto the print table and proceed slowly and manually in the Z axis downwards towards the print table Move the paper back and forth with your fingers 15 STEPCRAFT UCCNC software for STEPCRAF AUNE TOOLPATH
6. 885 lt lt 1 X1 085 Y 14 126 A182 57783 Profile Stepcraft2_Model420_3Dprinter X X X X After completing the work process the system automatically moves to the workpiece zero point X Y and to the top Z axis position Turn off the 3D print head and move the gantry to the rear end of the desktop system 17 STEPCRAFT Use personal protective equipment The use of protective equipment such as heat resistant gloves and safety glasses will reduce personal injuries Be aware of your body position when using hand tools to remove objects from the print table Sudden tool slip and improper body position during object removal from the print table may result in personal injury Remove the workpiece carefully Congratulations You have completed your first 3D workpiece with your STEPCRAFT 18 STEPCRAFT NOTES 19 STEPCRAFT Copyright STEPCRAFT 20
7. E If you have already levelled the machine you can skip this item and proceed with item 2 7 For checking please proceed as follows Place the machine on a level surface First loosen the screws of the gantry parts of the X axis see instructions 5 2 and 5 4 the rear see instruction 6 5 and the front see instruction 8 10 of the Y axis Move the Z axis manually to an average height Move the X axis manually to each end of the gantry and tighten the screws of each gantry part Now move the Y axis towards the back and tighten the screws of the rear panel firmly Lastly proceed now towards the front and tighten the screws of the front panel NOTICE If you do not reach the final position of an axis in this way then you must check the smooth running of linear axes and spindles To do this close the WinPC NC UCCNC or any other CNC control program and unplug the machine from the electricity supply The X and Z axis can then be moved by hand over the axis connector part 58 For movement of the Y axis remove the tooth belt cover part 75 and possibly also the tooth belt part 73 in order to check the axes individually 2 HOMING Before you can start to work the machine has to be homed pick up the reference point or machine zero point Press the home all button in the main screen X 0 0000 Y 297 0000 Z 0 0000 A 45 4854 The machine will start driving all axes now beginning with the Z axis until it rea
8. IMPORTANT Read before using First steps with 3D printing UCCNC Desktop CNC 3D system STEPCRAFT 2 210 300 420 600 840 Call for consumer information Customers from outside the U S STEPCRAFT GmbH amp Co KG Kalkofen 6 58638 Iserlohn Germany Phone 0049 2371 9748574 Email info stepcraft systems com Customers from the U S Canada STEPCRAFT Inc 733 E Main St Unit 3 Torrington CT 06790 United States Original instructions Phone 001 203 5561856 Email info stepcraft us Date of 01 June 2015 STEPCRAF TT NOTICE All instructions warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of STEPCRAFT Inc For up to date product literature visit www stepcraft systems com for customers from Europe or www stepcraft us for customers from US Canada and click on the service amp support tab for this product Meaning of special language The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers The safety symbols and their explanations deserve your careful attention and understanding The safety warnings themselves do not eliminate any danger The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures NOTICE Procedures which if not properly followed create a possibility o
9. X 0 000 and Y 0 000 to the start point of the first outline down to Z 0 300 The manufacturing starts A CAUTION Do not reach inside the working area of the 3D print head while it is in operation Contact with the moving parts during operation may result in poor build quality equipment damage or personal injury Do not leave the 3D print head unattended during operation Use of 3D print head by persons unfamiliar with these warnings and instructions may result in equipment or property damage and personal injury UCCNC software for stepcRart OOLS CONFIGURATION DIAGNOSTICS 1 0275 Ss 13 7925 M sTepcrarT 0 6525 177 1117 8 127 a o ra L ad 66 HO 2 76022 EN v a D SINGLE LINE A e 0 1 X 3 064 Y 14 126 A172 42953 1 14 126 Y 3 064 A173 46871 1 14 126 Y 2 471 A173 50809 ACTUAL LINE FEED 1 X 2 471 Y 14 126 A174 60296 654 HOLD 1 X 1 879 Y 14 126 A174 64233 Sere 1 14 126 Y 1 879 A175 79289 Job out of software limits 1 X 14 126 Y 1 286 A175 83226 Ee chee G1 X 1 286 Y 14 126 A177 03851 Cycle start X 0 693 Y 14 126 A177 07788 aaa 14 126 Y 0 693 A178 33981 iil Leanna sai alain anon 14 126 Y 0 100 A178 37919 Cycle Stop 0 100 Y 14 126 A179 69680 Cycle sta 0 492 Y 14 126 A179 73617 File Profiles Macro_Stepcraft2_Model420 1 X 14 126 Y0 492 A181 10947 File Profiles Macro_Stepcrafi2_Model420 v 1 X 14 126 Y1 085 A181 14
10. c This manual contains instructions for safety operation and maintenance It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual prior to assembly setup or use in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury Age recommendation For advanced handcrafters ages 14 and above This is not a toy SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Should you encounter any doubts or require any further information please do not hesitate to contact us before commissioning of the system and or the spindle Our contact details can be found on the front page of this manual The term spindle in the warnings refers to your mains operated corded power supply and the spindle itself This could be a third party product or the STEPCRAFT high frequency spindle The term machine or system in the warnings refers to your mains operated corded power supply and the STEPCRAFT CNC 3D desktop system itself General safety precautions and warnings This tool is controlled by a computer Within operation it cannot be directly controlled Missing caution or program errors can cause unexpected movement Always ensure you fully understand the control program on your computer and how it affects the movement of the tool Always operate your tool indoors on a solid horizontal table or workbench Always carefully follow the manufacturer directions and warnings for any related equipm
11. ches the reference switch of each axis When the homing is completed the machine seen from the front features X on the left Y at the rear and Z at the top mme 7 602 STEPCRAFT At the same time the reference for the machine Zero point is initialized above example for STEPCRAFT 2 300 The X axis and the Z axis will be initialized with 0 the Y axis with the possible traverse distance Notice The actual machine zero point is front view left X front Y top Z Notice that the reference switch for the Y axis is at the rear but the machine zero point for the Y axis is at the front This explains why all axes except the Y axis will be set to zero after initialization The reference run is to be carried out regularly after turning on the machine and before starting to work Additionally the 3D printer plugin is ready to work Plugin is working Position to reset the A axis prior to cycle A Moving to top position g Moving to stopped ion G53 Trener is minet 3 WORK PREPARATION For further implementing the first step instruction you are in need of the following materials STEPCRAFT 3D print head Filament with diameter of 1 75 mm Print table e g acrylic table Pair of tweezers 3 1 FIXATION OF THE PRINT TABLE First you place the offer worktop on the machine table secondly the workpiece material Attach the two plates with the accompanying reta
12. ent i e 3D print spindles 3D print heads drag knifes etc Always keep the product related tools small parts and electrical components out of the reach of children Always keep children well out of the vicinity of this product Always keep hair secured above your shoulders so it cannot get caught in the linear guides or the rotating tools Continued on next page STEPCRAFT Continued on next page Always avoid water exposure to all equipment not specifically designed and protected for the purpose Moisture causes damage to electronics Never maintain and operate this product at poor light settings Always ensure all clamping accessories for insertion tool machine guided tool and workpiece are secure before usage Always store product in a dry temperate and secure location Do not touch the nozzles hot ends insertion tools or motors as they can become extremely hot during use Do not operate this tool outside Always ensure the emergency switch is properly set before operating Always ensure you understand the product and how to operate it Only use STEPCRAFT approved replacement parts and accessories for this product Never place any portion of the tool or the related accessories in your mouth as it could cause serious injury Never operate your desktop 3D system with a computer operated on battery Never connect the tool unless using or testing the tool Do not
13. f physical property damage AND a little or no possibility of injury CAUTION Procedures which if not properly followed create a probability of physical property damage AND a possibility of serious injury WARNING Procedures which if not properly followed create a probability of property damage collateral damage serious injury or death OR create a high probability of superficial injury Safety alert Indicates caution or warning Attention is required in order to avoid serious personal injury Read the ENTIRE instruction manual in order to become familiar with the features of the product and how to operate them Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product personal property and cause serious injury electric shock and or fire This is a sophisticated hobby and semi professional product for advanced craftsmen with previous experience in the operation of tools such as electric drills routers and computerized tools like CNC routers or 3D printers It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability Failure to operate this product in a safe and responsible manner could result in personal injury or damage to the product or other property This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision Do not attempt disassembly use with incompatible components or augment product in any way without the approval of STEPCRAFT GmbH amp Co KG or STEPCRAFT In
14. ghlight this point with an X Make sure that when seen from the front there is sufficient travel available to the left and right and to the front and rear side at least 40 50 mm in each direction Open the jog menu by moving your mouse pointer about the left screen side of the program and then drive the machine manually to the point marked Move the Z axis to half maximum height Alternatively you can also use the cursor keys left right top down picture up down of the keyboard to jog the gantry g Save these settings by clicking Zero all in the main screen UCCNC software for STEPCRAFI b AUNE TOOLPATH E OFFSETS TOOLS CONFIGURATION J DIAGNOSTICS HELP ra L al g STEPCRAFT A 6 D M O NW ACTIVE MDI 30390 ACTUAL LINE Cycle start TOOL 0 File Profiles Macro_Stepcraft2_Model420 3 File Profiles Macro_Stepcraft2_Model420 3 00 01 00 Cycle stop OVERRIDE LIMITS 4 1 F900 000 A 2 00000 1 1204 73000 Profile Stepcraft2_ Model420 3Dprinter 12 STEPCRAFT The workpiece coordinates are then X 0 000 Y 0 000 and Z 0 000 The yellow dot in the toolpath preview marks the actual position of the machine and is located in the centre of the workpiece as expected NOTICE If you do not see the yellow dot in the centre of the workpiece toolpath repeat item 2 7 and 3 3 3 4 PREPARATION OF THE 3D PRINT HEAD Stay alert watch what you are doing and
15. iners from the STEPCRAFT to the machine table The screws need to be tightened by hand only a A 10 STEPCRAF TT 3 2 IMPORTING THE PATTERN Open the pattern file with the Load File button in the main screen Navigate to the Examples 03 3D print directory of the UCCNC CD and open the file cian 1117 171 i EE gt a UCCNC software for STEPCRAFT KOOSNE OFFSETS TOOLS JU CONFIGURATION J DIAGNOSTICS J CAM MALHELPI ae J STEPCRAF T IAA 2 cy 0 0000 Y 0 0000 2 0 0000 0 0000 _ GED OC GED CED OG The file consists of a 3D pattern of the STEPCRAFT logo The workpiece has a size of 30 x 30 mm approx 1 25 inch x 1 25 inch NOTICE The starting point for this pattern was originally set in the CAM program STEPCRAFT Repetier Host to the middle of the workpiece It is also common to set the starting point to the edge of the workpiece for example to the left front corner Every time you import an already existing work file you have to make sure where the starting point of the CNC code is 11 STEPCRAFT 3 3 DEFINITION OF WORKPIECE ZERO POINT X Y Do not turn the print head on Chuck the 3D print tool into the spindle Lock the 3D print head into the tensioning system with an Allen key Beside the knowledge of the starting point of the CNC code you need to define the starting point on the work sheet This point is also called workpiece zero point Hi
16. o copy the user license of UCCNC into the UCCNC installation directory 2 2 INSTALLING THE MACHINE PARAMETERS After installation of the UCCNC software you need to install the appropriate STEPCRAFT machine parameters for UCCNC Start Screensetinst exe in the Stepcraft folder Contents 18 06 2015 10 58 i Screensetinst exe 18 06 2015 10 58 Interop WishRuntimeLibrary dll 18 06 2015 10 58 Choose your type of machine size 210 to 840 and type of machine series Stepcraft 1 or 2 and install the 3D print configuration to operate the 3D print head STEPCRAFT STEPCRAFT Select the machine s profiles to install Stepcrafti_Model600 Stepcraft1_Model600SF Stepcraft1_Model600SF_3Dprinter Stepcraft1_Model600_3Dprinter Stepcraft2_Model300 Stepcraft2_Model300_3Dprinter Stepcraft2_Model420 Stepcraft2_Model420 3Dprinter Stepcraft2_Model600 Stepcraft2_Model600_3Dprinter Start the installation Start the installation The installation will create a desktop icon and prepares for example different technical parameters for the 4 axis In the 3D print configuration a plugin will be installed additionally to control the 3D print head NOTICE You can start UCCNC in the 3D print configuration with the STEPCRAFT parameters by clicking this icon Always make sure that you choose the correct parameter setting start icon for the intended machine operation 3 3 3
17. perform maintenance with the power supply installed Never operate this product if you are tired ill taking any kind of medication or are under the influence of alcohol or drugs Never spray ignitable liquids or any other liquid on this product Always keep hair and dangling or loose items well away from the insertion tools when the power supply is connected Do not use this product to create any kind of implants either for humans or animals NOTICE Modification with non STEPCRAFT approved components may result in refusal of service by STEPCRAFT This is a desktop 3D system that can hold tools with sharp blades spinning at very high RPM or tools getting really hot Always use extreme caution and common sense when maintaining and operating this product If you are unsure about ANY function or procedure described in this manual DO NOT operate Contact STEPCRAFT product support for assistance Always ensure you are operating the tool at a safe distance 3 feet 1 meter away from yourself and others STEPCRAFT TABLE OF CONTENTS Me INN Tec ee peste sete E E 5 2 Work preparation desktop 3D system lt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt 5 2 1 mMStalinNg TSS OT W ANS eS s 5 2 2 Installing the machine 831 5 lt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt lt 5 2 3 Connecting the machine to the computer lt lt lt lt lt
18. the left side of the main screen UCCNC software for STEPCRAFT 0 001 0 01 0 10 1 00 Continous Step i 004 sine MPC cingle MPR milt CONFIGURATION DIAGNOSTICS CAM MEET 62 6175 H S Y 114 3675 STEPCRAFT Z 50 4900 A 3 7938 Fset 2101 Cater 0 00 Sset 2000 08 Sact 0 100 OFFLINE MODE 2 7602 gt 2 72 60271 MPG cc HO rr mZo 2 ACTIVE G0 G90 ACTUAL LINE W FEED 0 RUN FROM HERE 0 HOLD E oo o 00 00 00 zeo LOAD FILE EDIT FILE REWIND FILE SINGLE LINE Profile Stepcraft2_Model300 v Move the cursor to the arrow keys and place the machine carefully in the middle of the workspace of the system To increase the moving speed you can adjust the jog feed Jog feed 10 300 mm s Jog feed 100 3 000 mm s STEPCRAFT The 3D printer plugin is not ready to work because of the missing homing sequence see later item 2 7 Position to move prior to cycle X Le P Position to reset the A axis prior to cycle A Moving to top position a Moving to stopped position Plunge Z G53 Units 2 299 Tum fan on Turn fan off Home the Z axis for this plugin to work 2 6 VERIFICATION OF THE LINEAR AXES Please refer to item 2 7 if you have already done the verification see also the assembly manual and the first steps manual NOTICE The machine must be noiseless and needs to move without friction and tension in all linear axes NOTIC
19. ur STEPCRAFT system Operating instructions of your STEPCRAFT 3D print head FDM 1 75 or the documentation provided of your third party 3D print head tool 3 User manual of the CNC control software To minimize the risk of injury and or to prevent property damage only operate the machine and the associated control unit when you are sure you have understood all of these instructions in their entirety Should questions arise please contact us Our contact details can be found on the front page of this manual 2 WORK PREPARATION DESKTOP 3D SYSTEM The following installation and testing instructions only apply to machines with a parallel interface and the control software UCCNC For buyers of the machine with an USB port together with the control software WinPC NC ask for the appropriate documentation 2 1 INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE NOTICE UCCNC comes with a STEPCRAFT desktop 3D system This should only be connected to the computer when the software is completely installed and necessary drivers have been copied The installation of UCCNC is an easy to use set up program Please insert the CD into the drive and wait for the automatic installation to start If it does not start within a few seconds run the SETUP EXE program from the CD NOTICE The complete UCCNC software installation process is documented in the user manual of UCCNC Please refer to document UCCNC_usersmanual pdf in the manual folder of the UCCNC CD Do not forget t
20. use common sense when operating the 3D print head Do not use the 3D print head while you are tired and or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating heated tools may result in serious personal inju Use personal protective equipment Protective equipment will reduce personal injuries Prior to first usage read the operating instructions of your STEPCRAFT 3D print head thoroughly and carefully making sure you have understood everything Description Picture O O Before insertion of filament it has to be cut cleanly e g with a pair of pliers Pull the filament supply from the housing Unscrew the adjusting screw for the filament pinch four turns Insert the filament thread into the print head 13 STEPCRAFT Description 0 Picture NOTICE The filament thread is guided by the brass roller Turn the adjustment screw carefully and as far as it will go clockwise until it can no longer be turned Then turn the adjustment screw half turn to the left Now the print roller is set correctly ve Push the filament supply back into the housing Connect the control unit of the 3D print head with the power supply and the mainboard of the STEPCRAFT 3D desktop system Turn the control unit of the printer on set the temperature to 190 C After the operating temperature is being reached start to exhaust the system The filament must be boosted with moderate forward
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