Welcome to Our Community

Some features disabled for guests. Register Today.

Stepper motor slipping - oblong holes

Discussion in 'Motors' started by Michael Dwyer, Jan 19, 2020.

  1. Michael Dwyer

    Builder

    Joined:
    Sep 26, 2017
    Messages:
    43
    Likes Received:
    10
    My Mini Mill suddenly started making oblong holes instead of round. I checked the x axis and the stepper motor has no holding strength with power on. Both my y axis and z axis cannot be turned by hand with power on. The x axis can be turned.

    Is this an indication that my stepper motor is slipping and has gone bad?
     
  2. Michael Dwyer

    Builder

    Joined:
    Sep 26, 2017
    Messages:
    43
    Likes Received:
    10
    Never mind. I found that the motor coupling broke.
     

Share This Page

  1. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
    By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
    Dismiss Notice