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Page 1 Avid CNC Rotary Axis Recessed Installation & Calibration Instructions Version 2019Q4.2...
Page 2 Recessed Installation & Calibration An assembly video is available as a complimentary guide during installation and calibration of your Avid CNC rotary axis: https://youtu.be/dJZ4IF69yu0 Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 3: Machine Preparation
The following steps to prepare your machine will ease in the installation and calibration of your rotary assembly. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation &...
Page 4 1.1.1 Table Crossmembers 1.1.1.1 Ensure the tops of the table crossmembers are flush with the top of the table side extrusion. Adjust the crossmembers as needed. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 5 1.1.1.2 360mm (14-3/16") Ensure the two crossmembers where the rotary assembly will be installed are spaced 360mm (14-3/16") apart, inside edge to inside edge. Adjust the crossmembers as needed. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019...
Page 7 - (6) M8 x 35mm Socket Head Cap Screw - (6) M8 Hex Jam Nut Required Tools: - 6mm Ball-End Allen Wrench - 13mm Combination Wrench - Tape Measure Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 8: Mounting Plates
1.2.1 Mounting Plates 1.2.1.1 CRP190-17, Mounting Plate M8 Hex Jam Nut M8 x 35mm Socket Head Cap Screw Thread fasteners into the mounting plate as indicated. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 9 1.2.1.2 6mm (1/4") Position the fasteners 6mm (1/4") above the plate and hand tighten the jam nuts on the bottom. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 10: Bottom View
1.2.1.3 M8 Roll-in T-Nut Bottom View On the tailstock end of the rotary assembly, insert t-nuts in the bottom t-slot of the extrusion as indicated. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 11 1.2.1.4 62mm (2-7/16") 44mm (1-3/4") 44mm (1-3/4") 62mm (2-7/16") Bottom View Position the t-nuts to the dimensions shown. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 12 1.2.1.5 Bottom View Repeat this process to install t-nuts in the 4080 extrusion under the chuck plate. Position to t-nuts using the same dimensions as the previous step. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions...
Page 13: Jack Screws
Attach the mounting plates to the underside of your crossmembers as indicated, partially tightening the fasteners.  Assembly Note Ensure the mounting plates are oriented with the jack screws biased towards the outside of the machine. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019...
Page 14 On the side where you are going to locate the tail stock, position the mounting plate flush with the end of the crossmember. Fully tighten the fasteners attaching this mounting plate to the crossmembers. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation &...
Page 15 On the side where you are going to locate the chuck, position the mounting plate 124mm (4-7/8") from the end of the crossmember. Fully tighten the fasteners attaching this mounting plate to the crossmembers. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation &...
Page 16 Place the rotary assembly on to the mounting plates as indicated.  Assembly Note The jack screws in the mounting plates will locate in the t-slots of the 4040 and 4080 rotary crossmembers. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019...
Page 17 1.2.2.2 It may be necessary to adjust the position of the chuck-side mounting plate to allow the jack screws to freely locate in the rear t-slot of the 4080 rotary crossmember. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation &...
Page 18 1.2.2.3 M8 x 16mm Socket Head Cap Screw Attach the rotary assembly to the mounting plates as indicated, partially tightening the fasteners. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 19 Center the rotary assembly between the table crossmembers as indicated.  Assembly Note Keep the rotary assembly parallel with the table crossmembers. This will provide the best starting point for the calibration procedure. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions...
Page 22 1.2.3.1 CRP190-18, Mid-Support Plate M8 Hex Jam Nut M8 x 35mm Socket Head Cap Screw Thread the indicated fastener with jam nut into the mid-support plate. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 23 1.2.3.2 6mm (1/4") Position the fastener 6mm (1/4") above the plate and hand tighten the jam nut on the bottom. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 25 Attach an assembled mid-support plate between the rotary frame and table crossmember as indicated, partially tightening the fasteners.  Assembly Note Ensure the mid-support plate is oriented so the jack screw locates in the rotary frame t-slot. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions...
Page 26 Position the mid-support using the appropriate dimension from the table below. Rotary Frame Length Mid-Support dimension 1250mm (49") 395mm (15-1/2") 1550mm (61") 545mm (21-3/8") 1850mm (72") 690mm (27-1/4") Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 27 1.2.3.6 CRP190-18, Mid-Support Plate Tighten ONLY the indicated fasteners on both mid-support plates. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 28 Assembly Note For PRO machines purchased prior to 2019, an M12 splitter is required to connect the X+ and X- limit switches to the X- port on the control box. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019...
Page 29 1.3 Calibration  Rotary Calibration The calibration procedures in this section will need to be completed each time the rotary assembly is installed on the CNC machine. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions...
Page 30: Parts And Tools Required
Required Tools: - 6mm Ball-End Allen Wrench - 13mm Combination Wrench - Auto Z and Corner Finding Touch Plate - Mach4 CNC Controller Software from Avid CNC Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions...
Page 31 1.3.1 Mach4 Setup The instructions for calibrating your Avid CNC Rotary Axis make use of Avid CNC's version of Mach4 CNC controller software (ensure you have v1.0.4 or newer) and the Auto Z and Corner Finding Touch Plate. Follow the instructions below to configure Mach4 for use with your rotary axis.
Page 32 1.3.1.1 In the Avid Mach4 Configuration menu, select the Avid CNC Rotary Axis 4th Axis option. Select the appropriate length of your rotary axis. Save these changes.  Mach4 Usage Note If you have already configured Mach4 with these rotary options, you do not need to save any changes.
Page 33 Tab, select a Rotary Axis Enabled cutting method.  Mach4 Usage Note The Machine Setup Notes will list any motor/sensor connections that may need to be changed when using rotary. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019...
Page 34: Frame Alignment
8mm x 120mm Dowel Pin Insert the M8 dowel pin into your spindle using the supplied 8mm ER20 collet.  Assembly Note Ensure the beveled end is inserted in the spindle. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions...
Page 35 1.3.2.2 Position the tail stock at the end of the rotary frame as indicated. Lock the tail stock in place using the spring plungers. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 36 1.3.2.3 Place your auto Z touch plate on the touch plate isolator. Position the bottom of the dowel pin roughly 25mm (1") above the center of the touch plate. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019...
Page 37 1.3.2.4 Ensure the magnet from the touch plate is attached to the dowel pin in the spindle. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 38 Open Mach4 and click the Auto Z Touch Plate button.  Mach4 Usage Note You will need to "Enable" Mach4 to allow access to the Auto Z Touch Plate button. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019...
Page 39 1.3.2.6 There will now be a Rotary tab with rotary-specific touch off and calibration functions. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 40 1.3.2.7 In the Rotary Calibration section, select the Mounting Type and Orientation of your rotary assembly. The Diagram buttons show the orientation for each Mounting Orientation option. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions...
Page 42 1.3.2.9 Click the Frame Alignment button.  Mach4 Usage Note Use of the Rotary Touch Operations require your X, Y, and Z axes to be homed. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 43 Follow the instructions shown in Mach4 for Rotary Frame Alignment: Step 1 to probe the first position.  Mach4 Usage Note The images and instructions shown in Mach4 will differ depending on your mounting type, mounting orientation, and rotary frame length. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions...
Page 44 1.3.2.11 Follow the instructions shown in Mach4 for Rotary Frame Alignment: Step 2 to probe the second position. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 45 The following steps will describe how to adjust the rotary frame and use the jack screws. It is recommended to make adjustments until the values shown above are less than 0.005". Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation &...
Page 46: Bottom View
At the three indicated corners, loosen the fasteners attaching the undermount plates to the machine crossmembers.  Assembly Note DO NOT loosen the fasteners at the fourth, unmarked corner. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019...
Page 47 1.3.2.14 Adjust the frame in the direction and amount that was shown on the screen in Mach4 (Step 1.3.2.12). Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 49 1.3.2.16 In the following steps, adjust the jack screws at the location indicated on the screen in Mach4. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 50 Loosen the indicated fasteners attaching the undermount plates to the rotary frame.  Assembly Note Adjusting the jack screws at the tailstock end will follow the same procedure. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions...
Page 51 Loosen the jack screw jam nuts. Tighten the jack screws to raise the rotary frame.  Assembly Note 1/4 turn of the jack screw will raise the frame approximately 0.3mm (0.012"). Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions...
Page 52 1.3.2.19 Bottom View Tighten the fasteners and jam nuts at the indicated locations. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 53 If no more adjustments are required, click the Set Mid-Supports button.  Assembly Note You may need to repeat the frame alignment procedure more than once to achieve proper alignment. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019...
Page 55 1.3.3.2 Follow the instructions shown in Mach4 for Rotary Frame Alignment: Step 4 to probe at the mid-support location. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 57 1.3.3.4 Bottom View Loosen the fasteners attaching the mid-support plates to the rotary frame. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 58 Tighten the jack screws to raise the center of the rotary frame.  Assembly Note 1/4 turn of the jack screw will raise the frame approximately 0.3mm (0.012"). Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions...
Page 59 1.3.3.6 Bottom View Tighten the fasteners and jam nuts at the indicated locations. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 60 If no more adjustments are required, click the Exit Frame Alignment button.  Assembly Note You may need to repeat the mid-support procedure more than once to achieve proper alignment. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019...
Page 61 Before continuing, it is highly recommended to fully read section 1.4 Touch Plate Offset to be familiar with the probing routines used. Failure to follow the procedure can cause the machine to crash. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation &...
Page 62 - (1) ER20 8mm Collet - (1) CRP193-01, Rotary Chuck Locating Pin Required Tools: - Auto Z and Corner Finding Touch Plate - Mach4 CNC Controller Software from Avid CNC Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions...
Page 63: Set Offset
1.4.1 Set Offset 1.4.1.1 CRP193-01 Chuck Locating Pin Position the preinstalled busing at the end of the chuck locating pin as indicated. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 64 CRP193-01 Chuck Locating Pin Insert the Chuck Locating Pin into the chuck.  Assembly Note The wire on the Chuck Locating Pin is not shown in all images. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions...
Page 65 1.4.1.3 With the flange of the bushing flush against the chuck jaws, tighten the chuck. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 67 1.4.1.5 Position the tailstock as indicated and lock in place. Ensure the magnet from the touch plate is attached to the dowel pin in the spindle. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 68 1.4.1.6 Set the tool diameter to 8mm. Click the Set Touch Plate Offset button. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 69 1.4.1.7 Follow the instructions shown in Mach4 for Set Touch Plate Offset: Step 1 to probe the touch plate location. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions All Rights Reserved...
Page 70: Side View
Caution The probing routine will probe the top of the Chuck Locating Pin, followed by each side. Ensure there will be ample clearance between the collet nut and chuck jaws. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019...
Page 71 Connect the magnet from the Chuck Locating Pin to the touch plate.  Caution Failure to attach the magnets as described can cause the machine to crash. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions...
Page 72 1.4.1.10 Follow the instructions shown in Mach4 for Set Touch Plate Offset: Step 2 to probe the Chuck Locating Pin. Avid CNC Rotary Axis Version 2019Q4.2 Recessed Installation & © 2019 Calibration Instructions All Rights Reserved...

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