Mach 3 problem

[vmeek]

I think I have more of a mechanical problem than a sofware problem but here goes.
I am using Mach 3 and if I zero my xyz axis and load a cutting g code in my router the code rtuns but the xyz axis does not return to zero.
I have entered 2 different codes and the failure remains the same/not returning to zero.
I think the problem is a weak power supply.
The step motors will stall and the g code count will be off causing the zero point to be off.
Tell me what you think.
vic

[Claude Boudreau]

Originally Posted by vmeek I think I have more of a mechanical problem than a sofware problem but here goes. I am using Mach 3 and if I zero my xyz axis and load a cutting g code in my router the code rtuns but the xyz axis does not return to zero. I have entered 2 different codes and the failure remains the same/not returning to zero. I think the problem is a weak power supply. The step motors will stall and the g code count will be off causing the zero point to be off. Tell me what you think. vic

You seem to say that you can zero your axis before running your g-code,why would a weak power supply dont make it stall then...
Does it home when you press the home button?
When your motor are not locked-up can you turn the axis freely by hand?
Is there a g-28 towards the end of the code?

[hub]

Might be this simple.. or not.. but here goes:
Press "ref all home", then zero each axis..