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Pre-Wrap


Hi, I was wondering what pre wrap does, is it helpful in the winding process? My team is thinking of winding without it and was wondering what the implications of that would be. 

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X-Winder working differently every time executed


We are a group of university students who are currently experiencing difficulties in getting our X-Winder machine to function properly. Specifically, when we input the G-Code generated by the X-Winder software, the carriage initially moves to the correct position, but then becomes unresponsive for a period of time,…

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2 Axis X-Winder Software


Hello, 

I have been recently tasked with making my university (Queen's University) 2 Axis X-Winder operational again.

Would it be possible to be sent the software for the 2-axis X-Winder? 

Also, could I have a quote for a replacement carriage limit switch please? 

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           Figure 1. 2 Axis XWinder

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     Figure 2. Carriage Limit Switch 

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4axis winding stops and gets stuck at the hemi ends

Greetings,We are a group of undergraduate students who are currently working on the winding of a pressure vessel. We have successfully assembled the machine and calibrated it to account for any offsets. During our initial tests using the trace function to ensure proper alignment, everything appeared to be in order. However, we encountered difficulties when attempting to initiate the 4-axis hemi end winding process.To kickstart this process, the machine's executor homes it, aligning itself with…

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Incomplete Windings after Software Finishes

We are working with a 4-axis x-winder in 2X mode. We have successfully wound a 3.5-inch mandrel many times however are now struggling to wind a ~12-inch mandrel (we have the 16" expansion kit). The software claims to be 100% done with the wind but in reality, the part is 95% done (see photos). Has anyone else had this problem when working with larger mandrels? We have done multiple winds with the same result. Thanks for any ideas!

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Mike commented on Kanusha's blog post X-Winder working differently every time executed
"In your first screen shot of the error message, it states "4,788 in".  Make sure you're using decimal points and not commas in your measurements.  This might help you."
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Hi, I was wondering what pre wrap does, is it helpful in the winding process? My team is thinking of winding without it and was wondering what the implications of that would be. Thanks!
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Turner Hunt replied to Cooper's discussion Stops at Limit switch then keeps going. Why?
"Follow the directions in the attached image about Z values and the "banging of the limit switch". Also, make sure you are running software version 4.19. Determine your version number from menu items Help --> About"
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Sean Carter replied to Cooper's discussion Stops at Limit switch then keeps going. Why?
"Are there any fixes to this problem? I am having the same issue."
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Turner Hunt commented on Kanusha's blog post X-Winder working differently every time executed
"Hi Kanusha,
I'm fairly certain that you have a faulty axis controller electronics. Please return them to X-Winder and we can send you some new ones to get your winder working properly. Thanks. Send email directly to xfo@xwinder.com to arrange this."
Nov 13
Turner Hunt commented on Kanusha's blog post X-Winder working differently every time executed
"Hi Kanusha,
I'm fairly certain that you have a faulty axis controller electronics. Please return them to X-Winder and we can send you some new ones to get your winder working properly. Thanks. Send email directly to xfo@xwinder.com to arrange this."
Nov 13
Kanusha commented on Kanusha's blog post X-Winder working differently every time executed
"Greetings again Turner Hunt,
We have recently updated our organizational values and are pleased to report that the offsets are currently performing exceptionally well. However, we are still encountering an issue with the linear head occasionally…"
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Turner Hunt commented on Kanusha's blog post X-Winder working differently every time executed
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