thanks for replying.
After taking the macine apart I found that the drive coupling on the X axis had sheared.
I have been able to order a replacement from Denford.

when I press the "XYZ" function to home the cuter before running the machine the numbers on the X axis position just keep going up without the tool moving anywhere! I have tried all I can tink of including shutting down the machine and restarting. With an exam board deadline looming I an in serious ...

Hi Guys, We are able to draw and save a drawing in Solidworks as an STL file and transfer it to VR 5 and hence to the Denford microroute, where we can cut it (most times :oops: ). 20 students have to cut 4 each. This means cutting a batch. I have managed to create an assemble with four of the wheels...

Thanks Guys!
by dropping the motor down notch, and using a smaller diameter cutter ALL of the holes and features are now cut.
I am one happy bunny this morning

Thank you so much.
A simple fix that I hadn't even thought of .

If only OFSTED was as easy to sort

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