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    How can I tell if Arrow500 has 4th axis enabled?

    I recently purchased an Arrow 500 and have been considering installing a 4th axis (or 5th if you count the spindle). All the wiring and connectors are present and in good shape. However, I have no idea if my installation of the s/w has this feature enabled. Anyone know where I look to see if my machine is licensed for the extra axis?


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    4th Axis

    Hello
    to check if the 4th axis option is enabled
    press MORE
    press SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
    press PURCHASED OPTIONS
    page down and look at option 20 - 1ST ADDITIONAL AXIS. If it is marked as PERMANENT then you can use the axis.

    all Arrows were wired to accept a 4th axis so all connections should be present, however it is probable that you will need a Kollmorgen 6 amp drive. check in the panel and see if there is a 4th axis drive present. standard machines have a power supply, spindle drive and 3 axis drives (x,y,z). for 4th axis you would need another drive.
    e-mail me at mallardfizz@virginmedia.com if any more questions
    regards
    mallardfizz


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    How can I tell if Arrow500 has 4th axis enabled?

    Thanks! Looks like I'm good on the license, then. Now I get to start looking for an an affordable drive.


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