CNC router, benchtop (SIENCI LongMill) ID:143 - Revision history

Tanner.collin: add troubleshooting

2025-01-19T03:35:14Z

add troubleshooting

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	==Update: (10/21/2022)==		=== Log ===

			==== Update: (10/21/2022) ====
	The LongMill has been installed on the shelf in the "Large Projects" area, along side of the MiniCNC.		The LongMill has been installed on the shelf in the "Large Projects" area, along side of the MiniCNC.
	===Machine Overview===		===Machine Overview===
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	*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iqnvzxuXFTQ Fusion 360 CAM tutorial for CNC beginners - Making "Kevin" -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iqnvzxuXFTQ]		*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iqnvzxuXFTQ Fusion 360 CAM tutorial for CNC beginners - Making "Kevin" -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iqnvzxuXFTQ]
	*[https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQffithtlX96uayLQ4fQlFg Bucky's Customs YouTube Channel (Lots of LongMill how to video's) --> https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQffithtlX96uayLQ4fQlFg]		*[https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQffithtlX96uayLQ4fQlFg Bucky's Customs YouTube Channel (Lots of LongMill how to video's) --> https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQffithtlX96uayLQ4fQlFg]
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			== Troubleshooting ==

			====== CNC starts moving but then randomly stops ======
			Make sure you exported the G-code for "grbl".

	<hr>		<hr>
	===Planned Updates===		===Planned Updates===

Pat.spencer: /* Update: (10/21/2022) */ Added OpenBuilds Control to the text. Also, removed reference to the previous Raspberry PI

2025-01-09T20:37:50Z

Update: (10/21/2022): Added OpenBuilds Control to the text. Also, removed reference to the previous Raspberry PI

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	This is a SIENCI (pronounced "CNC") Labs LongMill ( See https://sienci.com/product/longmill/ ) with the short rails. The web page says it is 12"x12" but in fact it is more like 10"x13".		This is a SIENCI (pronounced "CNC") Labs LongMill ( See https://sienci.com/product/longmill/ ) with the short rails. The web page says it is 12"x12" but in fact it is more like 10"x13".

	The controller is an Arduino running GRBL. ~~<br />~~There is a ton of valuable reference material on their "Resources" website. See -> https://resources.sienci.com/view/lm-welcome/		The controller is an Arduino running GRBL.

			There is a ton of valuable reference material on their "Resources" website. See -> https://resources.sienci.com/view/lm-welcome/

	For technical Details see https://resources.sienci.com/view/lm-longboard-documentation/		For technical Details see https://resources.sienci.com/view/lm-longboard-documentation/
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	'''Machine Control:''' GRBL on a SIENCI Milling Labs LONGBOARD Controller.		'''Machine Control:''' GRBL on a SIENCI Milling Labs LONGBOARD Controller.

	'''User Interface:''' The ~~Raspberry PI~~ that ~~was originally installed has been replaced with~~ a ~~faster and more robust~~ "nanoPC" (model nT-A3800) connected to the Controller via USB. It has [https://resources.sienci.com/view/gs-installation/ GSender], [https://winder.github.io/ugs_website/ Universal G-Code Sender (UGCS)]as well as [https://github.com/vlachoudis/bCNC bCNC] installed.		'''User Interface:''' The PC that is being used is a "nanoPC" (model nT-A3800) connected to the Controller via USB. It has [https://resources.sienci.com/view/gs-installation/ GSender], [https://winder.github.io/ugs_website/ Universal G-Code Sender (UGCS)]as well as [https://github.com/vlachoudis/bCNC bCNC] and [https://software.openbuilds.com/ OpenBuilds Control] installed. If this is intimidating our you have your own software, feel free to supply your one laptop if you wish.

	'''PC Login''': The Debian logon on is automatic on startup, so you do not need to log on. But if you need it for any reason, it is protospace/protospace.		'''PC Login''': The Debian logon on is automatic on startup, so you do not need to log on. But if you need it for any reason, it is protospace/protospace.

Pat.spencer: /* Update: (10/21/2022) */ Added link to Longboard Documentation on Scenci's site.

2024-10-06T04:35:54Z

Update: (10/21/2022): Added link to Longboard Documentation on Scenci's site.

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	The controller is an Arduino running GRBL. <br />There is a ton of valuable reference material on their "Resources" website. See -> https://resources.sienci.com/view/lm-welcome/		The controller is an Arduino running GRBL. <br />There is a ton of valuable reference material on their "Resources" website. See -> https://resources.sienci.com/view/lm-welcome/

			For technical Details see https://resources.sienci.com/view/lm-longboard-documentation/

	'''Bed size''': 250mm x 340mm (10"x 13"). The Z travel is 105mm. The clearance below the gantry is also about 105mm so this is the thickest material that could be mounted, although the router can be adjusted higher if the material has the right shape to clear the gantry. There is about a 60mm offset from the gantry to the router bit (in the Y axis) that could be used for taller pieces.		'''Bed size''': 250mm x 340mm (10"x 13"). The Z travel is 105mm. The clearance below the gantry is also about 105mm so this is the thickest material that could be mounted, although the router can be adjusted higher if the material has the right shape to clear the gantry. There is about a 60mm offset from the gantry to the router bit (in the Y axis) that could be used for taller pieces.

Tanner.collin: /* Update: (10/21/2022) */

2024-10-02T18:39:51Z

Update: (10/21/2022)

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	===Machine Overview===		===Machine Overview===
	This is a SIENCI (pronounced "CNC") Labs LongMill ( See https://sienci.com/product/longmill/ ) with the short rails. The web page says it is 12"x12" but in fact it is more like 10"x13".		This is a SIENCI (pronounced "CNC") Labs LongMill ( See https://sienci.com/product/longmill/ ) with the short rails. The web page says it is 12"x12" but in fact it is more like 10"x13".
	The controller is an Arduino running GRBL. <br />
	There is a ton of valuable reference material on their "Resources" website. See -> https://resources.sienci.com/view/lm-welcome/		The controller is an Arduino running GRBL. <br />There is a ton of valuable reference material on their "Resources" website. See -> https://resources.sienci.com/view/lm-welcome/

	'''Bed size''': 250mm x 340mm (10"x 13"). The Z travel is 105mm. The clearance below the gantry is also about 105mm so this is the thickest material that could be mounted, although the router can be adjusted higher if the material has the right shape to clear the gantry. There is about a 60mm offset from the gantry to the router bit (in the Y axis) that could be used for taller pieces.		'''Bed size''': 250mm x 340mm (10"x 13"). The Z travel is 105mm. The clearance below the gantry is also about 105mm so this is the thickest material that could be mounted, although the router can be adjusted higher if the material has the right shape to clear the gantry. There is about a 60mm offset from the gantry to the router bit (in the Y axis) that could be used for taller pieces.
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	'''User Interface:''' The Raspberry PI that was originally installed has been replaced with a faster and more robust "nanoPC" (model nT-A3800) connected to the Controller via USB. It has [https://resources.sienci.com/view/gs-installation/ GSender], [https://winder.github.io/ugs_website/ Universal G-Code Sender (UGCS)]as well as [https://github.com/vlachoudis/bCNC bCNC] installed.		'''User Interface:''' The Raspberry PI that was originally installed has been replaced with a faster and more robust "nanoPC" (model nT-A3800) connected to the Controller via USB. It has [https://resources.sienci.com/view/gs-installation/ GSender], [https://winder.github.io/ugs_website/ Universal G-Code Sender (UGCS)]as well as [https://github.com/vlachoudis/bCNC bCNC] installed.

	'''~~nanoPC~~ Login''': The Debian logon on is automatic on startup, so you do not need to log on. But if you need it for any reason, it is protospace/protospace.		'''PC Login''': The Debian logon on is automatic on startup, so you do not need to log on. But if you need it for any reason, it is protospace/protospace.

	'''Hold down method''': Screws, nails, clamps(must make these).		'''Hold down method''': Screws, nails, clamps(must make these).
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	Note that the base plate mounting board is MDF but '''IS NOT A SACRIFICIAL BOARD'''. The mounting board has threaded inserts on a 10cm x 10cm grid. You can supply your own hold down board with whatever system you wish. Simply drill holes in your board so that you can mount it to these threaded inserts. The threaded inserts are 10x24. There are a sample supply of different length screws for you to use.		Note that the base plate mounting board is MDF but '''IS NOT A SACRIFICIAL BOARD'''. The mounting board has threaded inserts on a 10cm x 10cm grid. You can supply your own hold down board with whatever system you wish. Simply drill holes in your board so that you can mount it to these threaded inserts. The threaded inserts are 10x24. There are a sample supply of different length screws for you to use.

	'''Dust collection?''': Yes, requires a ShopVac.		'''Dust collection?''': Yes, requires a ShopVac.
	Probing: plate style. Plate is ~~10mm~~ thick as well as X and Y 10mm offset.
			'''Probing''': plate style. Plate is 15mm thick as well as X and Y 10mm offset.

	Suitable stock materials: Wood, plastics, foams, other.		'''Suitable stock materials''': Wood, plastics, foams, other.

	'''Unsuitable stock materials''': Zero metal, metal alloy, or metal composites are to be cut on this. If the CNC machine was on the rolling cart, it possibly could be moved outside to do some aluminum milling, but for now don't do it.		'''Unsuitable stock materials''': Zero metal, metal alloy, or metal composites are to be cut on this. If the CNC machine was on the rolling cart, it possibly could be moved outside to do some aluminum milling, but for now don't do it.

Pat.spencer: /* How to turn on the machine */

2023-12-03T04:47:14Z

How to turn on the machine

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	The main power is turned on by turning on the common power bar for the shelf. This also turns on the lights as well as power for the MiniCNC		The main power is turned on by turning on the common power bar for the shelf. This also turns on the lights as well as power for the MiniCNC

	. [[File:143 PowerBar-01.png\|200px\|Main Power Bar Switch]][[File:143-Powerbar-02.png\|200px\|LongMill power bar]]		. [[File:143 PowerBar-01.png\|200px\|Main Power Bar Switch]] [[File:143-Powerbar-02.png\|200px\|LongMill power bar]]

	There are 2 power switches to be turned on (not counting the monitor).		There are 2 power switches to be turned on (not counting the monitor).
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	The LongMill does not have travel switches. ( https://resources.sienci.com/view/lm-adding-limit-switches/ ) Instead, you manually jog the router to a position that you wish to use as a starting point, and then zero the XYZ references.		The LongMill does not have travel switches. ( https://resources.sienci.com/view/lm-adding-limit-switches/ ) Instead, you manually jog the router to a position that you wish to use as a starting point, and then zero the XYZ references.

	There is also a touch plate to assist in getting precise Z (as well as X and Y) references for you particular material.		There is also a touch plate to assist in getting precise Z (as well as X and Y) references for you particular material.

	====Fusion 360 Notes and Tweaks====		====Fusion 360 Notes and Tweaks====

Tanner.collin at 18:57, 20 January 2023

2023-01-20T18:57:44Z

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	\| model = Industrial		\| model = Industrial
	\| serial = N/A		\| serial = N/A
	\| owner =Protospace		\| owner = Protospace
	\| loanstatus =Current		\| loanstatus = Current
	\| arrived =Oct 28th, 2021		\| arrived = Oct 28th, 2021
	\| location = Wood Shop		\| location = Wood Shop
	\| status = Waiting for training material		\| status = Waiting for training material
	\| permission = Members & Friends Only		\| permission = Members & Friends Only
	\| certification = Must complete [[CNC-LongMill Certification]]		\| certification = Must complete [[CNC-LongMill Certification]]
	\| photo=~~[[File:~~LongMill-on-Shelf-01.png~~\|350px\|thumb\|right\|]]~~		\| photo = LongMill-on-Shelf-01.png
	\| id=143		\| id = 143
	}}<br />		}}<br />

Tanner.collin: Tanner.collin moved page LongMill CNC ID:143 to CNC router, benchtop (SIENCI LongMill) ID:143

2023-01-20T18:55:32Z

Tanner.collin moved page LongMill CNC ID:143 to CNC router, benchtop (SIENCI LongMill) ID:143

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Pat.spencer: Changed Raspi to nanoPC

2022-10-22T19:10:04Z

Changed Raspi to nanoPC

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	==Update: (11/1/~~2021~~)==		==Update: (10/21/2022)==
	The LongMill has been installed on the shelf in the "Large Projects" area, along side of the MiniCNC.==		The LongMill has been installed on the shelf in the "Large Projects" area, along side of the MiniCNC.
	===Machine Overview===		===Machine Overview===
	This is a SIENCI (pronounced "CNC") Labs LongMill ( See https://sienci.com/product/longmill/ ) with the short rails. The web page says it is 12"x12" but in fact it is more like 10"x13".		This is a SIENCI (pronounced "CNC") Labs LongMill ( See https://sienci.com/product/longmill/ ) with the short rails. The web page says it is 12"x12" but in fact it is more like 10"x13".
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	'''Machine Control:''' GRBL on a SIENCI Milling Labs LONGBOARD Controller.		'''Machine Control:''' GRBL on a SIENCI Milling Labs LONGBOARD Controller.

	'''User Interface:''' a Raspberry PI is connected to the Controller via USB. It has [https://resources.sienci.com/view/gs-installation/ GSender], [https://winder.github.io/ugs_website/ Universal G-Code Sender (UGCS)]as well as[https://github.com/vlachoudis/bCNC bCNC] installed.		'''User Interface:''' The Raspberry PI that was originally installed has been replaced with a faster and more robust "nanoPC" (model nT-A3800) connected to the Controller via USB. It has [https://resources.sienci.com/view/gs-installation/ GSender], [https://winder.github.io/ugs_website/ Universal G-Code Sender (UGCS)]as well as [https://github.com/vlachoudis/bCNC bCNC] installed.

	'''~~RaspPi~~ Login''': It is ~~autologon~~ on startup, so you do not need to log on. But if you need it for any reason, it is pi/~~Protospace~~.		'''nanoPC Login''': The Debian logon on is automatic on startup, so you do not need to log on. But if you need it for any reason, it is protospace/protospace.

	'''Hold down method''': Screws, nails, clamps(must make these).		'''Hold down method''': Screws, nails, clamps(must make these).
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	There are 2 power switches to be turned on (not counting the monitor).		There are 2 power switches to be turned on (not counting the monitor).

	*The ~~Raspberry Pi~~ has it's own ~~wall wart with~~ a switch.		*The nanoPC has it's own power supply plugged into the power bar. There is a power switch on the front of the PC.
	*The SCENCI Longboard has a power switch.		*The SCENCI Longboard has a power switch.
	*And finally, when you want to start the Router, you also need to turn on the switch on the router. (Note: that this ~~will~~ be put on a more convenient switch and even maybe software control in the ~~near~~ future. )		*And finally, when you want to start the Router, you also need to turn on the switch on the router. (Note: that this may be put on a more convenient switch and even maybe software control in the future. )


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	Once the power is turned on, you will see the Desktop ~~on the Raspberry PI~~. You now need to launch one of the programs that will talk to the Controller.		Once the power is turned on, you will see the Debian Desktop. You now need to launch one of the programs that will talk to the Controller.

	*UGCS Platform (Universal G-Code Sender Platform), ( https://all3dp.com/2/universal-gcode-sender/ )		*UGCS Platform (Universal G-Code Sender Platform), ( https://all3dp.com/2/universal-gcode-sender/ )
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	The first training session has yet to be held at the date of writing		The first training session has yet to be held at the date of writing

	~~[testthis]~~

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Pat.spencer: Demo of a minor edit

2022-01-14T21:27:32Z

Demo of a minor edit

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	The first training session has yet to be held at the date of writing		The first training session has yet to be held at the date of writing

			[testthis]

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Aerobatpat: added links to software on the PI

2021-11-12T00:27:27Z

added links to software on the PI

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	There is a ton of valuable reference material on their "Resources" website. See -> https://resources.sienci.com/view/lm-welcome/		There is a ton of valuable reference material on their "Resources" website. See -> https://resources.sienci.com/view/lm-welcome/

	'''Bed size''': 250mm x 340mm (10"x 13")		'''Bed size''': 250mm x 340mm (10"x 13"). The Z travel is 105mm. The clearance below the gantry is also about 105mm so this is the thickest material that could be mounted, although the router can be adjusted higher if the material has the right shape to clear the gantry. There is about a 60mm offset from the gantry to the router bit (in the Y axis) that could be used for taller pieces.

	'''Spindle''': Makita Trim Router Model RT0701C ( https://www.makitatools.com/products/details/RT0701C). The Makita Router has a 1/4" collet, and a also a 1/8" collet insert. Manually controlled, this router has variable speed spindle from 10,000 to 30,000 RPM. It is manually controlled (Not controlled in software). There is a collection of bits in the red toolbox under the CNC.		'''Spindle''': Makita Trim Router Model RT0701C ( https://www.makitatools.com/products/details/RT0701C). The Makita Router has a 1/4" collet, and a also a 1/8" collet insert. Manually controlled, this router has variable speed spindle from 10,000 to 30,000 RPM. It is manually controlled (Not controlled in software). There is a collection of bits in the red toolbox under the CNC.
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	'''Machine Control:''' GRBL on a SIENCI Milling Labs LONGBOARD Controller.		'''Machine Control:''' GRBL on a SIENCI Milling Labs LONGBOARD Controller.

	'''User Interface:''' a ~~RaspBerry~~ PI is connected to the Controller via USB. It has Universal G-Code Sender (UGCS) as well as bCNC installed.		'''User Interface:''' a Raspberry PI is connected to the Controller via USB. It has [https://resources.sienci.com/view/gs-installation/ GSender], [https://winder.github.io/ugs_website/ Universal G-Code Sender (UGCS)]as well as[https://github.com/vlachoudis/bCNC bCNC] installed.

	'''RaspPi Login''': It is autologon on startup, so you do not need to log on. But if you need it for any reason, it is pi/Protospace.		'''RaspPi Login''': It is autologon on startup, so you do not need to log on. But if you need it for any reason, it is pi/Protospace.