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Summary of Contents for Avid CNC 3 HP
- Page 1 Plug and Play Spindle / VFD Retrofit Guide v2021Q1.1...
- Page 2 The rst step in setting up your spindle will be to upgrade your current CRP800 Control Unit with VFD compatibility. You should have received a 14 pin connector with your Retro t Kit. (See Below) Version 2021Q1.1 Plug and Play © 2021 Avid CNC Retrofit Guide All Rights Reserved...
- Page 3 This connector will be zip tied to separate out the 4 pins used for speed and fault signaling from the relay wiring. (See Below) Version 2021Q1.1 Plug and Play © 2021 Avid CNC Retrofit Guide All Rights Reserved...
- Page 4 Next install the 14 pin connector from the back side of the gland plate, with the square plastic ange on the inside of the Control Unit. (See Below) Version 2021Q1.1 Plug and Play © 2021 Avid CNC Retrofit Guide All Rights Reserved...
- Page 5 The 14 pin connector must now be wired to the break out board inside of the Control Unit. Install the four pin SUPU connector onto the break out board in the orientation and position shown. Version 2021Q1.1 Plug and Play © 2021 Avid CNC Retrofit Guide All Rights Reserved...
- Page 6 QDC's to create a solid connection. Your CRP800 Control Unit is now ready to connect to the VFD via the grey 14 pin cable included with your Spindle and VFD package. Version 2021Q1.1 Plug and Play © 2021 Avid CNC Retrofit Guide All Rights Reserved...
- Page 7 If you are upgrading to the 8.7 HP Plug and Play Spindle / VFD system, ensure you use the new 14-pin cable that came with your 8.7 HP system. Connect the 14-pin SP/THC cable to your Spindle / VFD System and CNC Control Unit. Version 2021Q1.1 Plug and Play © 2021 Avid CNC Retrofit Guide All Rights Reserved...
- Page 8 Power Cable Plug the power cable from the Spindle / VFD System into an appropriate receptacle, based on your application below. 3 HP and 4 HP Plug and Play Spindle / VFD System L6-30 receptacle (200-240VAC single-phase) 8.7 HP Plug and Play Spindle / VFD System...
- Page 9 Spindle Connection 3 Avid HP Spindle Connect the female end of the M23 spindle cable to the spindle, aligning the arrows as in the previous step. Version 2021Q1.1 Plug and Play © 2021 Avid CNC Retrofit Guide All Rights Reserved...
- Page 10 It may be necessary to rotate the M23 cable to allow it to seat properly. During this process you will feel the connector drop into place when the pins and sockets of the connector align. Version 2021Q1.1 Plug and Play © 2021 Avid CNC Retrofit Guide All Rights Reserved...
- Page 11 It may be necessary to rotate the M23 cable to allow it to seat properly. During this process you will feel the connector drop into place when the pins and sockets of the connector align. Version 2021Q1.1 Plug and Play © 2021 Avid CNC Retrofit Guide All Rights Reserved...
- Page 12 Mach4 Version Use of the 4 HP Avid CNC spindle requires version 2.2.2 or newer of Mach4 and use of the 8.7 HP Avid CNC spindle requires version 2.1.0 or newer of Mach4. If you need to update your installation of Mach4, please visit the...
- Page 13 If the spindle responds to these speed commands, your VFD and Spindle package is ready for use! If you experience any trouble while following this guide, please feel free to Contact Us. Version 2021Q1.1 Plug and Play © 2021 Avid CNC Retrofit Guide All Rights Reserved...
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