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Torchmate Growth Series
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Step A7: Link the gantry to the drive screws
Your Torchmate 2x4 Growth Series CNC Cutting System achieves accuracy and precision in cutting complex
shapes because it uses anti-backlash nuts, which minimize backlash (play) on its drive screws. Here you will
attach the gantry to the side rail drive screw brackets.
Qty Part Description Part #
1 Squared cutting table From Step 6
4 Screw, BSCS,
3
⁄
8
"–16 X
1
⁄
2
" TMS-410-0318-08
Required parts /
components
Instructions
Illustration
• Check that you can bolt the gantry to the aluminum bracket without applying vertical force.
• If the holes do not align vertically, adjust the gantry clearance by re-positioning the
vertical bearings.
• The bearings should support the entire weight of the gantry, leaving the drive screw
free to rotate without any binding.
• Attach the gantry to the aluminum anti-backlash drive screw brackets on both sides of the
table using button head screws.
• Fully tighten the screws to secure the gantry to the table.
• Note: With the gantry linked to the drive screws, only move the gantry using software
jogging or programmed motor control. Don’t try to move the gantry by hand.