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The Carbide3D BitSetter is an automatic
tool offset probe. This device measures
the length in the spindle and, combined
with Carbide Motion, automatically
resets your Z-axis zero point to reflect
the new length, making tool changes
simple, straight forward, and FAST!
With the BitSetter, you only need to set
the Z-axis zero point of your material
once before running each project. All
subsequent tool changes will
automatically be re-zeroed.
BitSetter Kit Contents
Item
Description
A
BitSetter
B
3 Pin Cable
C
Probe Adapter PCB
D
Legacy Adapter Cable
E
M4 x 4mm Grub Screw
F
M4 x 6mm Grub Screw
G
Zip Ties
H
Adhesive Tie Downs
BitSetter Installation and Setup Guide
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Note
Tool Offset Probe
Connects Probe Adapter PCB to Carbide Motion Controller
Accepts 2 Probe Inputs
Connects BitSetter to Carbide Motion Boards Prior to v2.4
Attaches BitSetter to Machine (not shown)
Attaches BitSetter to Machine (not shown)
For Cable Routing / Tidying (not shown)
For Cable Routing / Tidying (not shown)
docs.carbide3d.com
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Summary of Contents for Carbide3D BitSetter
- Page 1 Connects Probe Adapter PCB to Carbide Motion Controller Probe Adapter PCB Accepts 2 Probe Inputs Legacy Adapter Cable Connects BitSetter to Carbide Motion Boards Prior to v2.4 M4 x 4mm Grub Screw Attaches BitSetter to Machine (not shown) M4 x 6mm Grub Screw...
- Page 2 Figure 3 The BitSetter attaches to the front of your Shapeoko by sliding over the lip of the front end plate. The unit is secured to the machine with grub screws inserted from the rear of the BitSetter. See Figure 2.
- Page 3 Figure 6 The BitSetter attaches to the front of your Shapeoko by sliding over the lip of the front end plate. The unit is secured to the machine with grub screws inserted from the rear of the BitSetter. See Figure 5.
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Page 4: Route The Cable
The BitSetter cable is designed to route to your Carbide Motion controller one of two ways. Routing Option 1 1. Using the cutout on the bottom of the BitSetter, route the cable under the machine, directly back to the controller. - Page 5 Connect the BitSetter to the Controller Board To make installation simple, we have included a variety of adapters to allow you to connect the BitSetter without needing to cut or solder any wires. The instructions below apply to versions of the Carbide Motion boards shipped with Shapeoko: - 2.1...
- Page 6 4. Connect the Legacy Adapter Cable to the port labeled TO CARBIDE MOTION on the Probe Adapter PCB. 5. Connect the BitSetter to the port labeled TOOL PROBE on the Probe Adapter PCB. Figure 11 NOTE: If you also have a Carbide 3D probe, plug that into the port labeled TOUCH PROBE on the Probe Adapter PCB.
- Page 7 If you only have the BitSetter, you can plug it directly into the port labeled RESERVED as shown in Figure 12. b. If you have both the BitSetter and a Touch Probe, use the Probe Adapter PCB as shown in Figure 13.
- Page 8 With the hardware installed, you now need to setup Carbide Motion control software to recognize and calibrate your BitSetter. NOTE: Carbide Motion v4.26 or higher is required to use the BitSetter. If you have not already done so, download the latest version of Carbide Motion now at: carbide3d.com/carbidemotion.
- Page 9 DONE. See Figure 18. From the JOG screen, use the arrows on the screen (or the Figure 19 arrows on your keyboard) to jog the gantry so the spindle is directly above the BitSetter (as shown in Figure 19). support@carbide3d.com docs.carbide3d.com 12/2/19 v1.0...
- Page 10 5. Select the BitSetter Probe checkbox. This will expand the window and allow you to configure the permanent location of the BitSetter. 6. With your spindle directly above the BitSetter, click the Use Current X/Y button to set the location. This will permanently save the X/Y location of your BitSetter.
- Page 11 • In order to instantiate a tool change and offset measurement, your CAM program must post unique tool numbers with each new tool. Carbide Create does this by default. • If you ever physically move the BitSetter, you will need to reconfigure its new location by following these instructions again.