Community - X-Winder2024-03-19T12:10:17Zhttp://community.xwinder.com/blog/feed/allFixing of issues with 4X windinghttp://community.xwinder.com/blog/fixing-of-issues-with-4x-winding2024-03-14T17:04:28.000Z2024-03-14T17:04:28.000ZAyyaz Alihttp://community.xwinder.com/members/AyyazAli<div><div class="x_elementToProof">Hello all,</div><div class="x_elementToProof"> </div><div class="x_elementToProof">I am writing to you from Robert Gordon University, UK. My manager bought this X winder equipment from you few month ago and now we are facing issues when it is operated in 4X. We have calculated all the values following your demo videos and generated the G-code. in the start, the carriage moves from right to left direction and keeps the tension but once it reaches at max length, there is no angular rotation of delivery head and carriage doesnot move back to right direction. Could you please help me in sorting this out for me? Maybe there is an issue with G-code. </div><div class="x_elementToProof"> </div><div class="x_elementToProof">Your prompt response will be highly regarded.</div><div class="x_elementToProof"> </div><div class="x_elementToProof"> </div><div class="x_elementToProof"> </div><div class="x_elementToProof">Best Regards,</div><div class="x_elementToProof">Ayyaz Ali</div></div>DHL problem Y-axis wrong directionhttp://community.xwinder.com/blog/dhl-problem-y-axis-wrong-direction2024-03-12T14:49:23.000Z2024-03-12T14:49:23.000ZMaciej Gubernathttp://community.xwinder.com/members/MaciejGubernat<div><pre id="tw-target-text" class="tw-data-text tw-text-large tw-ta" dir="ltr"><span class="Y2IQFc" lang="en" xml:lang="en">I have a problem when starting 3-axis and 4-axis winding. Before starting, the elements move to their home positions and pressing the switches. <br />The carriage and DHR bounce after pressing the switch, but DHL remains on the pressed switch. After that, instead of moving towards the mandrels,<br />DHL starts pressing on the switch trying to break through it. At this point I have to turn off the program so as not to damage the elements. <br />Can anyone point out where the problem is? Thank you in advance for your help</span></pre></div>Software Downloadhttp://community.xwinder.com/blog/software-download2024-02-22T15:43:59.000Z2024-02-22T15:43:59.000ZTroy Amadorhttp://community.xwinder.com/members/TroyAmador<div><p>I need to redownload the software to a new computer? How would I go about that?</p><p> </p><p>I have my original order number. </p></div>Z Axis offset does not updating locationhttp://community.xwinder.com/blog/z-axis-offset-does-not-updating-location2024-02-06T17:09:15.000Z2024-02-06T17:09:15.000ZJeff Schmitzhttp://community.xwinder.com/members/JeffSchmitz<div><p>When I try changing my Z-axis offset to a different number, the winder does not go to that location. My z- axis offset was set to 2.5 inches, I wanted to change that to 5 inches, and even though on I saved the z axis offset as 5 inches, the winder continues to go to the 2.5 inch location instead of the 5 inch location.</p><p>Is there anything I should do or am doing incorrectly? I am currently using the 14.9 version of software. </p></div>Stepper overheatinghttp://community.xwinder.com/blog/stepper-overheating2024-01-24T08:04:59.000Z2024-01-24T08:04:59.000ZAna Paula Tamayo De Souzahttp://community.xwinder.com/members/AnaPaulaTamayoDeSouza<div><p>Good morning,</p><p>After assembling the machine 4AXIS we detected that the DHlinear engine was overheating, connections were checked and everything seems correct the only thing we have detected, in the settings as amperage max for one of the stepper motors is 2,8 instead of 4,8 which is set for the other stepper.</p><p>We have tried to change it in the configuration and save the changes but these are not saved correctly making even without being manufacturing or without being in motion the stepper gets hot; also We have tried to uninstall the software and reinstall it but that same configuration saved on the machine and as soon as we connect it to the PC the amperage is fixed with the previous values, without saving the modifications. We don’t know what else to try. We don’t know if it is possible to reset the controller configuration.</p><p> </p><p>We would appreciate some help to solve the problem and be able to use the machine because even searching in the forum we have not found anything similar.</p></div>Thickness of Filamenthttp://community.xwinder.com/blog/thickness-of-filament2023-11-29T12:44:02.000Z2023-11-29T12:44:02.000ZMehmet Kaplanhttp://community.xwinder.com/members/MehmetKaplan<div><p>Hello,</p><p>What should be the minimum thickness of filament?</p><p>Thank you,</p><p> </p></div>Pre-Wraphttp://community.xwinder.com/blog/pre-wrap2023-11-29T05:54:57.000Z2023-11-29T05:54:57.000ZJeff Schmitzhttp://community.xwinder.com/members/JeffSchmitz<div><p>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. </p><p>Thanks!</p></div>X-Winder working differently every time executedhttp://community.xwinder.com/blog/x-winder-working-differently-every-time-executed2023-11-10T13:01:52.000Z2023-11-10T13:01:52.000ZKanushahttp://community.xwinder.com/members/KanushaAnandakumar<div><p>We are a group of university students who are currently experiencing difficulties in getting our <a class="linkify1 cursor-pointer"><span class="linkify2-link-inner-text">X-Winder</span></a> machine to function properly. Specifically, when we input the G-Code generated by the <a class="linkify1 cursor-pointer"><span class="linkify2-link-inner-text">X-Winder</span></a> software, the carriage initially moves to the correct position, but then becomes unresponsive for a period of time, preventing the head from moving towards the mandrel. However, if we immediately rerun the same settings after the initial execution, the head suddenly operates correctly on the left side, but then becomes stuck on the right side. We have noticed that an error code appears in the executor, although we are unable to fully read the error code due to its incomplete visibility. We have provided an image displaying the error for reference. The G-code for the winding where the left side works but not the right side, has been attached.</p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}12289495061,original{{/staticFileLink}}">CPV left side working.txt</a></p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/12289493101?profile=RESIZE_1200x" target="_blank"><img class="align-full" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/12289493101?profile=RESIZE_710x" width="524" height="393" alt="12289493101?profile=RESIZE_710x" /></a></p><p>In addition to this issue, we are also encountering a problem with the Y-offset. Despite adjusting the y-axis offset, it does not result in any changes in the y direction. To achieve the correct distance for the DH linear, we have found that we need to input a negative distance in the path offset.</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/12289499901?profile=original" target="_blank"><img class="align-full" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/12289499901?profile=RESIZE_710x" width="516" height="387" alt="12289499901?profile=RESIZE_710x" /></a></p><p>If anyone has a functional G-Code that they could share with us, we would greatly appreciate the opportunity to try it out. This will help us determine whether the issue lies with the G-Code or our <a class="linkify1 cursor-pointer"><span class="linkify2-link-inner-text">X-Winder</span></a> machine.</p><p>Thank you in advance for any assistance you can provide.</p></div>2 Axis X-Winder Softwarehttp://community.xwinder.com/blog/2-axis-x-winder-software2023-11-05T22:05:49.000Z2023-11-05T22:05:49.000ZScott Robinsonhttp://community.xwinder.com/members/ScottRobinson<div><p>Hello, </p><p>I have been recently tasked with making my university (Queen's University) 2 Axis X-Winder operational again.</p><p>Would it be possible to be sent the software for the 2-axis X-Winder? </p><p>Also, could I have a quote for a replacement carriage limit switch please? </p><p><img src="https://attachments.office.net/owa/srobinson50%40qub.ac.uk/service.svc/s/GetAttachmentThumbnail?id=AAMkAGU2MTNhYWY0LWQzMDAtNDYxMC1iNzdkLWFkNTMyYjM3MTY4MQBGAAAAAAAjXhW%2FnEruQZsS84sbg%2BeWBwBHfi2mIHeISowj6TVFCArsAAAAmdq%2BAABPwXykHahhRrkLVpFLIVhDAAP1pdZsAAABEgAQANJtaDTmNJJAvbCXsGJpNLs%3D&thumbnailType=2&token=eyJhbGciOiJSUzI1NiIsImtpZCI6IjczRkI5QkJFRjYzNjc4RDRGN0U4NEI0NDBCQUJCMTJBMzM5RDlGOTgiLCJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJ4NXQiOiJjX3VidnZZMmVOVDM2RXRFQzZ1eEtqT2RuNWcifQ.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.VtF-1MwObPLl-XG5g1CMTapbm6cCM7-ffh6oMBVWnW4TAyG2KaIKkHoCmiKhIo3uadUco-7kbcPqmC2SoPNQOao_VbWrYjMR7UWlmSq-3K4zTEHnqVun-NUJgbCtC6Wcg44SYPX0RpwdG3ZoxIko6zRDE7syJdOXOb7cOMjsjS4Bd1Xw1De-wSUxukAJkCc34waSG2Y8VNKVhGHwHZAPcNvvZMToGE_dWxHnef09OagvGT52-FTdakPqzPI_M7cNQJl5F9KL44eu8gzwgLCzdeDKAP8nds5QYo32V0-HAOKo9-dEVt0JisfIRIMFrIlc32Fw4MfsG0J2vYo4qjwh5A&X-OWA-CANARY=ZaUnVHqMQEiedTUs5N0e71DEaqtK3tsYQTj6Fi1TOo547PJ6GxFaWkPMB5Hv08cLvPkA4KZKBHw.&owa=outlook.office.com&scriptVer=20231027003.07&animation=true" alt="Image preview" /></p><p><em> <strong> Figure 1. 2 Axis XWinder</strong></em></p><p><img src="https://attachments.office.net/owa/srobinson50%40qub.ac.uk/service.svc/s/GetAttachmentThumbnail?id=AAMkAGU2MTNhYWY0LWQzMDAtNDYxMC1iNzdkLWFkNTMyYjM3MTY4MQBGAAAAAAAjXhW%2FnEruQZsS84sbg%2BeWBwBHfi2mIHeISowj6TVFCArsAAAAmdq%2BAABPwXykHahhRrkLVpFLIVhDAAP1pdZtAAABEgAQAJJsvbUOBXhCkxVbzCDmYWo%3D&thumbnailType=2&token=eyJhbGciOiJSUzI1NiIsImtpZCI6IjczRkI5QkJFRjYzNjc4RDRGN0U4NEI0NDBCQUJCMTJBMzM5RDlGOTgiLCJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJ4NXQiOiJjX3VidnZZMmVOVDM2RXRFQzZ1eEtqT2RuNWcifQ.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.VtF-1MwObPLl-XG5g1CMTapbm6cCM7-ffh6oMBVWnW4TAyG2KaIKkHoCmiKhIo3uadUco-7kbcPqmC2SoPNQOao_VbWrYjMR7UWlmSq-3K4zTEHnqVun-NUJgbCtC6Wcg44SYPX0RpwdG3ZoxIko6zRDE7syJdOXOb7cOMjsjS4Bd1Xw1De-wSUxukAJkCc34waSG2Y8VNKVhGHwHZAPcNvvZMToGE_dWxHnef09OagvGT52-FTdakPqzPI_M7cNQJl5F9KL44eu8gzwgLCzdeDKAP8nds5QYo32V0-HAOKo9-dEVt0JisfIRIMFrIlc32Fw4MfsG0J2vYo4qjwh5A&X-OWA-CANARY=pXebztk1vkGwkAue6pdlYxCmp69K3tsYYHqbIkHLYwGPiAlTqgqZycEMaCvNSUen3bMOQXWY3rw.&owa=outlook.office.com&scriptVer=20231027003.07&animation=true" alt="Image preview" /></p><p><strong><em> Figure 2. Carriage Limit Switch </em></strong></p><p>If additional detail is required please don't hesitate to ask </p><p>Best Regards </p><p>Scott </p><p> </p></div>Keeps going even after it hit limit switchhttp://community.xwinder.com/blog/keeps-going-even-after-it-hit-limit-switch2023-10-24T23:48:43.000Z2023-10-24T23:48:43.000ZJeff Schmitzhttp://community.xwinder.com/members/JeffSchmitz<div><p>When I run the program, the X-Winder will stop once it hits the carriage limit switch, and then it will keep going past the limit switch. This keeps happening, and I had to buy more limit switches as this has broken the prior limit switch. At first I thought it was an issue with the parameter set-up for the offset, but when I double checked that the offset was correct. How do I fix this issue?</p></div>2 Axis Winderhttp://community.xwinder.com/blog/2-axis-winder2023-10-18T02:57:22.000Z2023-10-18T02:57:22.000ZJesse Spillerhttp://community.xwinder.com/members/JesseSpiller<div><p>Seeking a 2 axis winder.</p><p>Store doesn't seem to stock them anymore; only 4 axis available.</p><p>Can anyone advise when 2 axis might be available, and the cost?</p><p>Is there anyone that no longer wants their 2 axis and would sell?</p><p>Regards,</p><p> </p><p>Jesse.</p></div>4-axis winding mode stuck at the hemi-endshttp://community.xwinder.com/blog/4-axis-winding-mode-stuck-at-the-hemi-ends2023-10-03T14:17:12.000Z2023-10-03T14:17:12.000ZAminhttp://community.xwinder.com/members/Amin<div><div class="flex-1 overflow-hidden"><div class="react-scroll-to-bottom--css-gyqhu-79elbk h-full dark:bg-gray-800"><div class="react-scroll-to-bottom--css-gyqhu-1n7m0yu"><div class="flex flex-col text-sm dark:bg-gray-800"><div class="group w-full text-token-text-primary border-b border-black/10 gizmo:border-0 dark:border-gray-900/50 gizmo:dark:border-0 bg-gray-50 gizmo:bg-transparent dark:bg-[#444654] gizmo:dark:bg-transparent"><div class="p-4 justify-center text-base md:gap-6 md:py-6 m-auto"><div class="flex flex-1 gap-4 text-base mx-auto md:gap-6 gizmo:gap-3 gizmo:md:px-5 gizmo:lg:px-1 gizmo:xl:px-5 md:max-w-2xl lg:max-w-[38rem] gizmo:md:max-w-3xl gizmo:lg:max-w-[40rem] gizmo:xl:max-w-[48rem] xl:max-w-3xl }"><div class="relative flex w-[calc(100%-50px)] flex-col gap-1 gizmo:w-full md:gap-3 lg:w-[calc(100%-115px)] agent-turn"><div class="flex flex-grow flex-col gap-3 max-w-full"><div class="min-h-[20px] flex flex-col items-start gap-3 overflow-x-auto whitespace-pre-wrap break-words"><div class="markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light"><p>Greetings,</p><p>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.</p><p>To kickstart this process, the machine's executor homes it, aligning itself with the mandrel's starting position and patiently awaiting our manual input. Here is where the unusual part of the sequence begins.</p><p>The G1 command is executed, moving the carriage to the end of the mandrel. Subsequently, the G2 command should follow, but it seems to become stuck either before or after the DH (Directional Heading) moves towards the mandrel's holders. This delay can last for approximately a minute, even in fast mode. Following this, the machine moves away from the mandrel and towards the right end, where it encounters a similar issue with the G3 command.</p><p>It's worth noting that the occurrence of these issues is entirely random, and they can happen after varying numbers of passes. </p><p>For a visual demonstration of the problem we've described, you can watch two videos by following the link below.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p> </p><p>In this video, the G2 command does not get executed properly which is obvious by the DH not moving foward towards the mandrel holders at the ends.</p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ltH0eNW6hME">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ltH0eNW6hME</a></p><p>In this video, a similar problem is encountered. This time at the right end with the G3 command, although this time the DH moves towards the mandrel holder but gets stuck.</p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HOlsJ_A7YKU&">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HOlsJ_A7YKU&</a></p><p> </p><p>Things we have tested to try to eliminate the problem without any success: <br />- Different winding patterens angles and all the other parameters you can change in the designer. </p><p>- Different filament width and thickness </p><p>- Running the designer software on different PCs although they are all running windows 11. </p><p>- Running the software as an administrator and trying with windows xp, 7 compatibility modes.</p><p>- Switched the DHL and DHR motor. </p><p>- Used another USB-hub with dedicated powersupply.</p><p>- Turned off all power saving mode options on the laptops.</p><p> </p><p>Is there a fix to this issue? <br /><br /><br /></p><p> </p><p> </p></div>Issues with 4axis winderhttp://community.xwinder.com/blog/issues-with-4axis-winder2023-09-08T21:33:06.000Z2023-09-08T21:33:06.000ZBrahm Solteshttp://community.xwinder.com/members/BrahmSoltes<div><p>Hello, </p><p>I've been trying to get my 4-axis X-winder running for the better part of a couple days, and I've had a few issues that I can seem to resolve.</p><ol><li>During the first pass of the winder, the delivery head dwells at the first end for a couple of extra seconds, I have no way of adjusting that beyond changing the G-code, but it seems silly that there isnt just a quick fix.</li><li>The timing belt for the rotary head seems wrong the, it fits correctly to the stepper motor gear, but does not fit well at all to the delivery head. It seems the teeth on the plastic part is inccorect or the belt it wrong. </li><li>In the software the end view designer seems to be wrong for lower phi values. I get completed enclosed endcaps.</li></ol><p>Any help and suggestions would greatly appreciated.</p><p> </p></div>software version questionhttp://community.xwinder.com/blog/software-version-question2023-08-13T02:46:58.000Z2023-08-13T02:46:58.000Zxuan linhttp://community.xwinder.com/members/xuanlin<div><p>I wanna ask about the software version, is the designer version419 newest?</p></div>X-winder for sale (UK) Model 4X-23http://community.xwinder.com/blog/x-winder-for-sale-uk-model-4x-232023-06-28T08:42:07.000Z2023-06-28T08:42:07.000ZDavid Hendersonhttp://community.xwinder.com/members/DavidHenderson<div><p> </p><div id="ds_div">X-Winder Carbon Fibre Tube Winder. 4-Axis, Model 4X-23.<div> </div><div>The winder has been lightly used. We used it for making tubes for a prototype bike. But we haven't done carbon stuff for a while now and it's taking up space. One of the endstop switches is in need of replacement (see image). Supplied with three long 2m bars. All parts supplied. Also advertised here: <a href="https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/394705504472">https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/394705504472</a></div><div> </div><div>Software also supplied.</div><div> </div><div><strong>SPECIFICATIONS</strong></div><div><strong> </strong></div><div><strong>Frame and Carriage:</strong> standard 1" aluminum extrusions</div><div><strong>Length:</strong> up to 20 feet (3m) - 3x 2m long bars included with this one (not standard)</div><div><strong>Mandrel width:</strong> up to 8" (200mm) in width</div><div><strong>Mandrel Max. RPM:</strong> 90</div><div><strong>Carriage Max. Speed:</strong> 8in/s (200mm/s)</div><div><strong>Electrical Power:</strong> 110v/220v AC with 24V/3A DC to the stepper motors</div><div><strong>Mandrel & Carriage Motors:</strong> geared NEMA 23 stepper motors with 800 oz-in (60 kg cm) holding torque</div><div><strong>Delivery Head Motors:</strong> geared NEMA 17 stepper motors with 250 oz-in (20 kg cm) holding torque</div><div><strong>Drive Belts:</strong> "L" type 1/2" (12mm) wide for carriage and mandrel and "XL" belts for delivery head</div><div><strong>Filament Tension:</strong> adjustable strap friction mechanism</div><div><strong>Reel Holder:</strong> single reel as standard (not the dual reel option)</div><div><strong>Resin Bath:</strong> 1 qty, 6 fluid ounce resin bath (170 cc^3)</div><div><strong>Carriage Wheels:</strong> custom dual bearings with 8mm axle</div><div><strong>Electronics:</strong> switch controller box and 4 axis controller boxes with USB cables (not sold separately)</div><div><strong>Software:</strong> X-Winder Designer program and Executor software packages standard (not sold separately)</div><div><strong>Note on Belts:</strong> X-Winder ships with "L" size belt of 18 feet (5.6m) long - enough for about an 8 foot long (2.5m) X-Winder. For additional length, you'll need a longer L-Belt.</div><div><strong>Note on Long Bars: </strong><a href="https://xwinder.com/supplies/">https://xwinder.com/supplies/</a></div><div> </div><div>Cost new: $4,695.00</div><div> </div><div>Specifications and further details:</div><div><a href="https://xwinder.com/4-axis-model-4x-23/">https://xwinder.com/4-axis-model-4x-23/</a></div></div><p> </p></div>Motors not receiving input from executor.http://community.xwinder.com/blog/motors-not-receiving-input-from-executor2023-06-12T18:45:07.000Z2023-06-12T18:45:07.000ZJack Plantzhttp://community.xwinder.com/members/JackPlantz<div><p>Hello,</p><p>We recently upgraded the computer that controls our 2 axis Xwinder machine, but now the motors don't seem to be recieving input from the Xwinder software. When I run the setup wizard it recongizes the board ID numbers for the stepper motor control boards, but the buttons for left, right, CCW and CW don't move the mandrel or carriage. The same thing happens when I try to use manual control. In the executor software, it shows a green box next to the I/O board, and mandrel and carriage boards, and it recognizes if I unplug the usb cord to either board. I also verified that the power supply is delivering power to the control boards. What else can I try to troubleshoot this?</p><p>Thanks</p></div>Mandrel Endshttp://community.xwinder.com/blog/mandrel-ends2023-06-10T04:00:25.000Z2023-06-10T04:00:25.000ZRudy Gostowskihttp://community.xwinder.com/members/RudyGostowski<div><p>We recently acquired a 4x-23 winder. From the photos I have seen it seems the mandrel tubes should be terminated with a plastic cap having a metal piece that attaches a tube that fits the chuck. Since these are not provided with the winder, does anyone have drawings or CAD files for these pieces? I have not been able to find these with my internet searches. Your help is appreciated.</p></div>Asking about cover of Mandrel motorhttp://community.xwinder.com/blog/asking-about-cover-of-mandrel-motor2023-05-15T09:40:47.000Z2023-05-15T09:40:47.000ZAnashttp://community.xwinder.com/members/Anas<div><p>Hello<br />We have a 4-axis winding machine in our company and we want to cover the belt of the mandrel motor for safety reasons,so iam asking if you manufacture this cover,i want to buy it.<br />the added picture shows you the belt.<br /> <br /><br /> <a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/11111298095?profile=original" target="_blank"><img class="align-full" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/11111298095?profile=RESIZE_710x" width="710" alt="11111298095?profile=RESIZE_710x" /></a></p></div>Stuck at line 35http://community.xwinder.com/blog/stuck-at-line-352023-04-12T04:16:19.000Z2023-04-12T04:16:19.000ZHande Hanedanhttp://community.xwinder.com/members/HandeHanedan<div><p>I am using the 4X-23 model xwinder device and have downloaded and installed the software (version 4.18). However, when calibrating, I noticed that the position and speed information is not being read in the setup screen, although it appears on the main screen and the device is moving. Additionally, when running a sample G-code in the program, the device gets stuck at line 35 (G2 command) and does not move forward. How can I solve these issues?</p></div>Nema 17 & 23 specification and gearing ratiohttp://community.xwinder.com/blog/nema-17-23-specification-and-gearing-ratio2023-03-23T15:05:03.000Z2023-03-23T15:05:03.000ZEmmanuel Kuepferhttp://community.xwinder.com/members/EmmanuelKuepfer<div><p>Hello everyone</p><p>I am new hear on the forum. I am interested in a X-Winder 4-Axis Model 4X-23. Can anyone tell me the type description and specifications of the stepper motors NEMA 17 & NEMA 23 and the gear ratios of the gearboxes?</p><p>Thank you very much in advance.</p><p>Cheers,</p><p>Emmanuel</p></div>Executor stuck at G2 commandhttp://community.xwinder.com/blog/executor-stuck-at-g2-command2023-03-16T16:43:23.000Z2023-03-16T16:43:23.000ZKen Hendrawanhttp://community.xwinder.com/members/KenHendrawan<div><p>Hello,</p><p>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.</p><p> </p><p>Thanks.</p></div>CADWIND->Xwinderhttp://community.xwinder.com/blog/cadwind-xwinder2023-03-13T16:58:23.000Z2023-03-13T16:58:23.000ZKen Hendrawanhttp://community.xwinder.com/members/KenHendrawan<div><p>Hi all,</p><p>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.</p><p>Thanks!</p></div>4X-23 tutorialshttp://community.xwinder.com/blog/4x-23-tutorials2023-03-07T23:05:17.000Z2023-03-07T23:05:17.000ZKen Hendrawanhttp://community.xwinder.com/members/KenHendrawan<div><p>Hi all,</p><p>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.</p><p>Thanks!</p></div>Not enough Tensionhttp://community.xwinder.com/blog/not-enough-tension2023-03-02T03:43:59.000Z2023-03-02T03:43:59.000ZDaniel Denghttp://community.xwinder.com/members/DanielDeng<div><p>The pre-preg tow I'm working with requires a min. of 10 lb tension per tow (according to the manufacturer). I've tightened the velcro strap as much as I can but it only holds up to 3.5lbs of tension. Any suggestions on how to fix this?</p></div>Variable Wall thicknesshttp://community.xwinder.com/blog/variable-wall-thickness2023-02-14T18:09:14.000Z2023-02-14T18:09:14.000ZDaniel Denghttp://community.xwinder.com/members/DanielDeng<div><p>According to the X-Winder 2 axis tutorial: <a href="https://youtu.be/czCtrogZ3sw?t=295">https://youtu.be/czCtrogZ3sw?t=295</a> it says we can make variable thicknesses on our mandrel (apparently I can't post two images in one post, so just click the link with the timestamp)</p><p>However i don't see this option in the Designer software? (see screenshot)</p><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/10967351267?profile=original" target="_blank"><img class="align-full" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/10967356693?profile=RESIZE_710x" width="710" alt="10967356693?profile=RESIZE_710x" /></a></p></div>Looking to buy a used Xwinder 2 or 4 axishttp://community.xwinder.com/blog/looking-to-buy-a-used-xwinder-2-or-4-axis2022-12-02T19:31:03.000Z2022-12-02T19:31:03.000ZJonner Delgadohttp://community.xwinder.com/members/JonnerDelgado<div><p>I am looking to buy a used Xwinder of either model. If you have one you are interested in selling please email me at delgadodjd@gmail.com</p><p> </p><p> </p></div>X-Winder Connection and Winding Issueshttp://community.xwinder.com/blog/x-winder-connection-and-winding-issues2022-11-21T14:27:14.000Z2022-11-21T14:27:14.000ZHeather Ahttp://community.xwinder.com/members/HeatherA<div><p>1. the blue lights on the USB connector box won't turn on. It seems to an issue with either the cable that connects the computer to the X-winder or the USB driver box itself but I can't seem to find a way to get it work.</p><p>2. When it was working I was trying to get a specific number of fibers wrapped and layered per sample but I need help translating that information to the 2-axis software. So I need a 2.5cm wide piece with ~83 fibers of my filament per layer x 4 complete windings (8 fibers thick). From my math it looks like I would need a 0.45 carriage speed and a 90.2 RPM however i cant seem to manually change these settings so that both occur. Or if there is a better way</p></div>Selling x-winderhttp://community.xwinder.com/blog/selling-x-winder2022-09-26T23:25:17.000Z2022-09-26T23:25:17.000ZWayne Edwardshttp://community.xwinder.com/members/WayneEdwards<div><p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/10828350473?profile=RESIZE_1200x" target="_blank">s-l1600 (4).jpg</a></p><p>I have a X-Winder 2-AXIS MODEL 2X-23 Filament Winder (Belt Broken)</p><p>For sale. Maybe someone on here no's of someone who would be interested.</p></div>Installation of 4X 23http://community.xwinder.com/blog/Installation-of-4x-232022-08-31T21:11:52.000Z2022-08-31T21:11:52.000ZRushikesh Prakash Magdumhttp://community.xwinder.com/members/RushikeshPrakashMagdum<div><p>Hello everyone,</p><p> Has anyone installed Xwinder 4X 23? I have purchased a filament winder 4X 23. I have been trying to assemble it using the long bars from Grainger (<a href="https://www.grainger.com/product/80-20-Framing-Extrusion-10-Series-5JTA6?s_pp=false">https://www.grainger.com/product/80-20-Framing-Extrusion-10-Series-5JTA6?s_pp=false</a>). These long bars are recommended by Xwinder on their website. However, I am not able to fit the wheel in t-slots. Does anyone know how to do that? Also, does anyone have a manual for the installation of 4X-23 and the contact number of Xwinder? Also, seems like lots of parts are missing from the assemble.</p><p> </p></div>Modelling the bending stiffness of a thin walled tubehttp://community.xwinder.com/blog/modelling-the-bending-stiffness-of-a-thin-walled-tube2022-07-30T12:38:05.000Z2022-07-30T12:38:05.000Zrenehttp://community.xwinder.com/members/rene<div><p>Hi,</p><p>I can model the pressure strength of a filament would tube but do not know how to calculate the stiffness or flexural rigidity of a filament wound thinn walled tube. Anybody with some reference out there?</p><p>Knd regards, Rene</p></div>