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The Torch only moves in one direction, or the wrong direction while cutting
Cause
Solution
The system was not configured correctly.
Perform the tests using
Emulated THC Signals
, as well as
Jogging
in order to diagnose the problem. Before placing
the Z axis under THC control, it is also highly
recommended to manually jog the Z axis to test if the axis
direction is correct.
The THC150 unit may need to be
appropriately
configured
for
the
application.
Check the signal LEDs for the Torch UP/DOWN on the
THC150, and make sure that they change correctly (i.e.
the UP/DOWN commands are correctly sent in response
to the detected feedback voltage). See the THC150
manual for more details
The THC UP/DOWN wiring has problems.
The THC UP/DOWN signals may be connected in reverse
(i.e UP from the THC150 is connected to DOWN on the
Integra). Make sure that the wires are correctly stripped
at each end when connecting them to the screw
terminals.
The THC UP/DOWN signal polarity is
incorrectly set in Mach4
Check the “Input signals” tab in the Mach4 Config, and
follow this
section
.
The Z axis moves too fast while cutting
Cause
Solution
The THC Speed slider is set to a large value Decrease the THC speed value as necessary
