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RhinoKeegan
(@rhinokeegan)
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Bad Bearings? Y Carriage movement

Getting a rattling noise from the Y carriage and tore it down to see if I could find something that was loose.

There seems to be a good amount of lateral play on the carriage.  Am I being paranoid here?  Here's a video:

You may need headphones or turn up the speakers as the cell phone doesn't have the best microphone.

 

Thanks all

Posted : 02/02/2021 4:30 am
JoanTabb
(@joantabb)
Veteran Member Moderator
RE: Bad Bearings? Y Carriage movement

Hi Rhino. 

Have the bearings been lubricated? 
If not, I would lubricate them before continuing. 

that amount of movement is similar to mine, and I don't have issues. 
the linear motion input, is centred on the middle of the Y axis where the belt pulls in each direction, so the opportunity for rotation is minimised.

regards Joan

I try to make safe suggestions,You should understand the context and ensure you are happy that they are safe before attempting to apply my suggestions, what you do, is YOUR responsibility. Location Halifax UK

Posted : 02/02/2021 12:42 pm
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