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Page 1 Avid CNC Rotary Axis Assembly Instructions Version 2019Q4.2...
Page 2 Section 1: Rotary Assembly An assembly video is available as a complimentary guide for assembling your Avid CNC rotary axis: https://youtu.be/Q5iYg01Lw1w Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 3 1.1 Frame Assembly - Recessed Mounted  Section Note Skip to Section 1.2 if you are mounting the rotary assembly on top of your table top or spoil board. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 4: Parts And Tools Required
- (12) 40 Series Anchor Fastener - (4) M8 Roll-in T-Nut - (4) M8 Double Slide-in T-Nut Required Tools: - 6mm Ball-End Allen Wrench - Tape Measure Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 5: Assembly Steps
M8 x 30mm Socket Head Cap Screw 40 Series Anchor Fastener M8 Roll-in T-Nut Thread a socket head cap screw into the T-Nut through the anchor fasteners, as indicated. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 8 Slide the 4080 extrusion assembly into the 4040 frame extrusion pieces as indicated.  Assembly Note The length of your 4040 frame extrusion will vary depending upon the overall length of your rotary assembly. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 9 4040 Extrusion, 272mm (10-11/16") M8 x 30mm Socket Head Cap Screw 40 Series Anchor Fastener Insert a socket head cap screw through the anchor fastener as indicated. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 10 1.1.1.6 40 Series Double T-Nut Slide the anchor fastener into the 4040 extrusion. Partially thread the fasteners into the double T-Nut as indicated. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 12 1.1.1.8 4040 Extrusion Assembly 4040 Extrusion Assembly Slide a 4040 extrusion assembly into the rotary frame on each end as indicated. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 13 1.1.1.9 Position the 4040 extrusion flush with the ends of the rotary frame as indicated. Fully tighten the 4040 extrusion assembly fasteners. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 14 1.1.1.10 120mm (4-3/4") 120mm (4-3/4") Position the 4080 extrusion assembly 120mm (4-3/4") from the end of the rotary frame as indicated. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 16 1.2 Frame Assembly - Table Top Mounted  Section Note Skip to Section 1.3 if you are recess mounting your rotary assembly. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 17: Parts And Tools Required
Remaining parts from this kit are not used in spoil board mounted configuration Note: Spoil board mounted configurations will not use the second piece of 4040 extrusion, 272mm (10-11/6") Required Tools: - 6mm Ball-End Allen Wrench Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 18 M8 x 30mm Socket Head Cap Screw 40 Series Anchor Fastener M8 Roll-in T-Nut Thread a socket head cap screw into the T-Nut through the anchor fasteners, as indicated. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 20 Repeat this process at each corner of the extrusion.  Assembly Note Note the position of the Roll-in T-Nuts, with the long side oriented towards the center of the extrusion. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 21 Slide the 4080 extrusion assembly into the 4040 frame extrusion pieces as indicated.  Assembly Note The length of your 4040 frame extrusion will vary depending upon the overall length of your rotary assembly. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 22 4040 Extrusion, 272mm (10-11/16") M8 x 30mm Socket Head Cap Screw 40 Series Anchor Fastener Insert a socket head cap screw through the anchor fastener as indicated. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 23 1.2.2.6 40 Series Double T-Nut Slide the anchor fastener into the 4040 extrusion. Partially thread the fasteners into the double T-Nut as indicated. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 25 1.2.2.8 Position the 4040 and 4080 extrusion assemblies flush with the ends of the rotary frame as indicated. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 26 1.2.2.9 Partially Tighten Fully Tighten Partially tighten the 4080 extrusion fasteners. Fully tighten the 4040 extrusion fasteners. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 27 1.3 Chuck Assembly  Section Note The remaining steps will apply for both recessed and spoil board mounting configurations. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 28 - (4) M8 x 25mm Socket Head Cap Screw - (4) M8 Roll-in T-Nut Note: Linear Rail Fastener Kits will vary depending on length of linear rails. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 29 - 5mm Allen Wrench - 6mm Allen Wrench - 6mm Stubby Allen Wrench (provided with rotary kit, located in CRP193-00) - Framing Square - (2) Clamps - Tape Measure Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 30 Place the chuck plate on top of the 4080 extrusion as indicated.  Assembly Note Note the orientation of the chuck plate, with dowel pins towards the end of the rotary frame. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 31 M8 x 20mm Flat Head Cap Screw CRP191-01, Chuck Plate M8 Roll-in T-Nut Attach the chuck plate to the 4080 extrusion as indicated. PARTIALLY tighten the fasteners. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 32 1.3.1.3 Linear Rail M5 x 20mm Socket Head Cap Screw M5 Slide-in T-Nut Partially thread fasteners into the linear rail as indicated. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 34 Paint Marking Each linear rail will have a paint marking on one end. Orient the linear rail as indicated, with the marking facing away from the rotary frame. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 35 Slide the linear rail into the frame extrusion as indicated. PARTIALLY tighten the fasteners.  Assembly Note The second linear rail will be installed in Section 1.4 Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 37 M8 Roll-in T-Nut M8 x 25mm Socket Head Cap Screw Rail Alignment Jig Attach the rail alignment jig to the extrusion as indicated. Fully tighten the two fasteners. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 42 Assembly Note These alignment steps can effect the tolerances of parts cut on your rotary unit. Take your time to ensure your rotary unit is assembled correctly! Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 43 Adjust the chuck plate until the indicated dowel pins are flush against the framing square.  Assembly Note When the chuck plate is properly adjusted, the framing square will be flush against the dowel pins and linear rail Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 47: Chuck Installation
Orient the bottom chuck clamp with the small holes facing forward. Ensure you use the M8 x16mm Socket Head Cap Screws. These will be located in a separately labeled bag. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions...
Page 49 Access Hole Reducer Place the reducer in the bottom chuck clamp.  Assembly Note Orient the reducer with one of the access holes facing up as indicated. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 51 M5 x 14mm Socket Head Cap Screw Attach the reducer to the bottom chuck clamp as indicated.  Assembly Note Keep the reducer flush against the bottom chuck clamp. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 52 1.3.2.6 M6 x 60mm Socket Head Cap Screw CRP191-03, Top Chuck Clamp Attach the top chuck clamp as indicated. Tighten the fasteners incrementally, alternating between fasteners. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 53 1.3.2.7 CRP191-05, Adapter Plate M5 x 12mm Shoulder Bolt Attach the M5 shoulder bolt to the adapter plate as indicated. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 55 1.3.2.9 M6 x 25mm Flat Head Cap Screw Attach the adapter plate to the reducer as indicated. Tighten the fasteners incrementally, alternating between fasteners. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 56 Align one of the jaws with the shoulder bolt on the adapter plate. Attach the chuck to the adapter plate as shown.  Assembly Note Use the 6mm stubby allen wrench included in your rotary kit. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 58 1.3.3.2 4mm Allen Wrench Insert a 4mm allen wrench through the reducer access hole, into the shaft collar as indicated. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 60 1.3.3.4 Fully tighten the shaft collar using the 4mm allen wrench.  Assembly Note Ensure the shaft collar is fully tightened. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 63: Parts And Tools Required
- (8) M5 x 10mm Socket Head Cap Screw - (2) Spring Plunger (with hex jam nut) Required Tools: - 17mm Combination Wrench - 4mm Allen Wrench - 6mm Allen Wrench - Tape Measure Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 64: Rail Installation
1.4.1 Rail Installation 1.4.1.1 Paint Marking Orient the second linear rail as indicated, with the marking facing away from the rotary frame. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 66 1.4.1.3 Linear Bearing Block Grease Fitting Install grease fittings in the linear bearing blocks.  Assembly Note DO NOT remove the plastic bearing retainers at this time. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 67 Use the rail to push the plastic retainer out of the block as indicated.  Assembly Note Orient the blocks with the grease fittings facing towards the chuck. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 69 Attach spring plungers to the tailstock plate as indicated.  Assembly Note Fully thread the spring plungers into the tailstock plate and tighten jam nuts with a wrench. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 71 Set the tailstock on the tailstock plate as indicted. Orient the tailstock with the live center facing away from the spring plungers.  Assembly Note The tailstock will locate on the two pre-installed dowel pins. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 74 1.4.2.6 M5 x 10mm Socket Head Cap Screw Attach the tailstock assembly to the bearing blocks as indicated. Partially tighten the fasteners. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 75 1.4.3 Tailstock Alignment 1.4.3.1 Turn the tailstock handle counter-clockwise to remove the live center. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 81 The spring plungers will lock into the counterbores on the linear rails. You may need to adjust the position of the second linear rail for both spring plungers to lock in place. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions...
Page 83 1.4.3.9 Unlock the spring plungers. Tighten the remaining linear rail fasteners while moving the tailstock down the rail. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 85: Parts And Tools Required
- (2) M8 Hex Jam Nut Remaining parts from this kit used in Section 1.6 Required Tools: - 5mm Allen Wrench - 6mm Allen Wrench - 13mm Combination Wrench Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 88 Position the tailstock next to the chuck as indicated. Use the adjustment procedure in the following steps to align the tip of the drill center with the tip of the tailstock's live center. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 89: Top View
Rear jack screw locations Top View Either the front or rear jack screw locations will be used, depending on which way the chuck needs to be adjusted.. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 90: Front View
Front View The front jack screw locations will adjust the front of the chuck up. The rear jack screw locations will adjust the front of the chuck down. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 91 1.5.1.6 Rear jack screw locations Top View If the rear jack screw locations are to be used, loosen ONLY the indicated fasteners. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 92 1.5.1.7 Front jack screw locations Top View If the front jack screw locations are to be used, loosen ONLY the indicated fasteners. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 93 Insert the jack screws and jam nuts into the front or rear locations.  Assembly Note The remaining images will only show use of the rear jack screw locations. The process is the same if using the front locations. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 94 1.5.1.9 Tighten the jack screws to align the points between the chuck and tailstock.  Assembly Note Tighten both jack screws the same amount. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 99 Remaining parts from this kit used in calibration section CRP191-00-FAST: CRP190-00-BASE - (2) M6 x 30mm Socket Head Cap Screw Required Tools: - 4mm Allen Wrench - 5mm Allen Wrench - 17mm Combination Wrench Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 100 1.6.1 Touch Plate Installation 1.6.1.1 M5 x 14mm Flat Head Cap Screw CRP143-11, Touch Plate Isolator Attach the touch plate isolator to the tailstock plate as indicated. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 101: Sensor Installation
1.6.2 Sensor Installation 1.6.2.1 CRP191-04, Sensor Bracket M6 x 30mm Socket Head Cap Screw Attach the sensor bracket to the bottom chuck clamp as indicated. Version 2019Q4.2 Avid CNC Rotary Axis © 2019 Assembly Instructions All Rights Reserved...

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