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BlueCarve Spark Plasma CNC Set Up
I am slowly updating the set-up guide with new instructions. I am always making small improvements here and there
so please be patient as some items might seem odd. The basic concept is the same and if there is anything that does
not seem right, just get in touch with me.
Don't forget to join the awesome BlueCarve Spark Plasma CNC Group on Facebook
1. Safety
2. Standard Spark Plasma Set Up
3. SWS 50a Plasma
4. Maintenance
5. Motion Controller Set Up (check MyPlasm Set Up Guide)
1. Safety
Operation of any CNC is relatively safe, but you need to adhere to the following precautions
Safe Operating Procedures can be found here
During operation of your BlueCarve CNC you must:
Never leave your CNC unattended
Wear appropriate safety glasses/ shields
Keep body parts a clear distance from the CNC
Allow free flowing air to the CNC controller
Take care when handling material pre and post processing
Anyone in the vicinity must wear suitable safety eyewear when the CNC is in operation
Restrict access to the room where your CNC is operating
Only connect power to the plasma power source once vertical torch is attached to the Z axis with the torch
facing vertically down
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  • Page 1 The basic concept is the same and if there is anything that does not seem right, just get in touch with me. Don’t forget to join the awesome BlueCarve Spark Plasma CNC Group on Facebook >>here<<...
  • Page 2: Drag Chain

    YL Axis Controller Box 30x30 Rail E stop You would have received 1-2 boxes with your BlueCarve order. Inside you will find: X Axis Rail 2. 8 x M5 20mm screws with washers 3. YL axis Left set up 4. YR axis Right set up 5.
  • Page 3 B. Tools you will need You will require the following tools to assemble your CNC 1. 8mm spanner 2. 4mm Allen Key/ Hex driver 3. Small flat screwdriver C. Assembly Sequence The assembly workflow is as follows 1. Unpack each component and place on floor 2.
  • Page 4 3. Mechanical assembly a. Place both Y axis parallel to each other b. Attach both front and rear 30x30 rails. If you have purchased the knife bed, have the black angles facing inwards. Loosen each sides T nuts and slide rail through. Make each side flush to the leg plate. Make flush c.
  • Page 5 Blue facing forward When installing the X axis, use the 8 M5x20 bolts to attach each side but leave the top 2 bolts out on the YL. This will be used to install the top drag chain. Do not install bolts to top yet...
  • Page 6 d. Attach the Z axis to the X axis carriage. Loosen the 4 bolts attached to the front plate to be able to slide down the Z axis. Make flush with the bottom plate. Make flush Tighten both top and bottom bolts...
  • Page 7 e. Attach the drag chain bracket to the front 30x30 rail Attach the drag chain to the left hand Y axis side plate g. Feed X, Z and H wire through the drag chain...
  • Page 8 h. Attach the drag chain bracket angle to the back of the Z axis. Loosen the two T nuts and ensure T nuts turn/engage in the T slot. Ensure that the drag chain is on an angle and tighten. Slant to side Feed the YR wire through the side plate hole, to the right hand side...
  • Page 9 Feed the Y right hand limit switch through the 30x30 rail void to the left hand side 4. Electrical assembly a. Connect the YR limit switch at the drag chain junction Brown Blue Black Black Yellow...
  • Page 10 b. Connect the YR motor Black Yellow Green Yellow Green c. Connect the YL motor and Limit switch 5 pin limit switch 4 pin motor...
  • Page 11 d. Connect the X, Z motor and H cable e. Connect cabling to the controller box...
  • Page 12 Plasma Cutter connection set to 50:1 by default Connect USB and 24v power supply 5. Install knife bed...
  • Page 13 3. Hook up your SWS 50a Plasma Cutter If purchased, you would have received your SWS 50a separately to the CNC. Inside you will find: a. Plasm cutter b. Vertical torch c. Consumables d. Ground cable e. Plasma connection/signal cable You will need a compressor to feed air with a minimum 100lt/m –...
  • Page 14: Maintenance

    4. Maintenance Ongoing maintenance will ensure your BlueCarve Spark Plasma will last for many years. Failure to perform reasonable maintenance may void your warranty. Maintenance fundamentals include: a. Clean linear rails and rack. Free of obstruction and dust b. Lubricated linear rail and rack/pinion c.
  • Page 15 Rack –Lithium grease Linear Rail – White lithium grease spray White Lithium Grease for Linear Rails https://www.bunnings.com.au/wd-40-specialist-300g-high- performance-white-lithium-grease_p6100408 Multi-purpose (Lithium Grease) for Rack https://www.bunnings.com.au/valvoline-500g-multi-purpose- grease_p0066184...