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Re: Strange issues with Skipping

null@example.com (deanwesterburg) — Thu, 10 Nov 2016 14:28:39 +0000

Thanks For your reply. I should have mentioned I am trying to print the same saved gcode that I have printed many times for demonstations so I know the printer usually preheats everything to the correct temps. Same white PLA filament used as well.

Also, I usually get a clicking sound in the extruder when it is not up to temp and trying to push filliment. In the current situation, I never see the extruder stepper attempt to turn.

It's almost as if it can only power 3 of the 4 of the steppers at a time.

Re: Strange issues with Skipping

null@example.com (Tin Falcon) — Thu, 10 Nov 2016 11:06:13 +0000

Depending on what you have the stepper motor may only jog if the nozzle is up to temp. What you are seeing could be normal behavior . Preheat the nozzle then try to extrude some filament or run the extruder dry.

Strange issues with Skipping

null@example.com (deanwesterburg) — Thu, 10 Nov 2016 01:39:31 +0000

I have been having some strange issues with Skipping in the X axis. I originally thought it was my Y stepper motor starving the board for power because that axis movement seemed to be too tight and bound up somewhat and it only happened when X and Y were in motion. I fixed the Y axis (Clean and lube the rails) however the issue continued.

I tested again one day and Y and X moved just fine with no issue, however the extruder stepper never moved.

Im starting to wonder if I have a power supply problem, but I'm not sure. I already ordered a new X stepper motor and messed up the original pinion gear (looking for replacement).

anyone else experienced this or have any idea where to start troubleshooting?

Thanks!

Dean