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Executor stuck at G2 command


Hello,

I'm doing a single layer wind and I've noticed that the Executor gets stuck at the first G2 CW ellipse at left end. Only the mandrel keeps rotating but all other movements stop. The last total mandrel rotation is 366 degrees but it far surpasses that. Are there any others with this issue? My total run time is supposed to be ~10 minutes and I've seen that it is stuck on this line for more than 80% of the total run time.

 

Thanks.

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CADWIND->Xwinder


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Has anyone interfaced the winding software CADWIND successfully to the Xwinder? I'm having issues where the g-code that CADWIND exports causes very staggered machine movements and often times is very short. Any help would be appreciated.

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Hi all,

I hope this is the right place to ask but I'm new to filament winding and recently set up a 4X-23 unit. I wanted to know if there's a guide on how to set up the winder, going from calibration, fiber loading, to g-code execution and how the designer and executor softwares interface with one another. Tall ask, but any information on any of these topics would greatly help.

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4X-23 DH Rotary Not Zeroing at Horizontal.

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1 Reply · Reply by Turner Hunt Mar 7

Want to sell 2-AXIS MODEL 2X-23

2-axis model 2X-23 never used. Bought in 2016 for a prototype project but it took a different direction. Added mini lathe chucks for use with bar stock, tubing or gun barrels. Still has original chuck plates. Comes with two 4lb creel of carbon 6k tow-roving fiber. Willing to let go for  very reasonable price. Need to free up space.

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