Hello.
Explain what the parameter A means in each frame of the G code please.
G1 F4,00 Z21,35 S10,25 C112,81…
Read more…I made this roller gluing two concave rollers and washers. This helps keeping the filament centered. I was having issues…
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I was wondering if it is possible to adjust the transition speed at the ends of the winding. As the ends tend to slip I am thinking a slower Transition from 45 to 90 degrees at the ends may improve this problem.
Any thoughts…
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I use XW-2 and have a problem that I hadn't managed to solve. The end winds slide down of mandrel when the carrige changes direction. How can I fix the plies?
My ideas as follows:
1. to change a winding angle at the…
Read more…I have been slowly been getting better at making poles: Here are some of my early frankenpoles:…
The upgrades to the new 2 and 4 axis models look great and I am looking to do the following upgrades and was wondering whether anyone had some feedback on these proposals or had thought of doing something similar?
Relocate spool holders…
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i just assambled the Xwinder and startet runnig some tests.
Now there are some issues with die DHR axis. Firstly on the drawings tabbed ring for locating the axis seems to be at a 45° angl towards the roller which isn't…
Read more…Hey guys, we tested out a few new mods to our machine, and had some great success with our last wind.We removed the plate/roller/lucky band squeege system as it was proving inconsistant.We made a new bracket for the squeege roller, out of two 90…
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I recently received my 4 Axis machine and am eager to get going with it. I have it set up on 12' long bars and have a few questions from the community.
1. I have noticed that my set up has a decent amount of torsional…
Read more…Just wanted to share some of what Mississippi State University's rocket design team has been using our X-Winder for!
We're currently working towards setting a speed record for a collegiate rocket launch at just over Mach 4, and a huge part…
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I have worked with this winder for few weeks now. I'm still unable to get DH Linear to work properly. The problem seems to be that the executor software doesn't recognize the position signal from the motor. If i check…
Read more…The 4 axis machine currently looks pretty good at winding pressure vessels. But I would one day like to wind complex bicycle related parts like T joints and elbows. These seems to be able to be filament wound (videos below) and I was wondering if…
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