Shapeoko 5 Pro Accuracy problems and fix

Quick video demonstating an issue with the shapeoko 5 pro and what I found that fixed my problem
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[@OnefinityCNC]

Glad you got that fixed up! Time to carve!

[@builtforlife]

It’s running every day right now. Gotta take a break and do a fun project soon.

[@ContriverGuitars]

This was exactly my issue! Thank you!

[@builtforlife]

Glad it helped.

[@rickpouley7561]

Thanks for the heads up.. I am about to order mine in December.

[@travisg1759]

Great find. I'll be checking mine this afternoon.

[@stlwoodworking]

I did a video a while back on mine as well. I have not had an issue with it being accurate. I have had amazing luck with any issues by contacting support. They might have been able to save you a little time if you have any issues in the future.

[@builtforlife]

I have used them in the past and they have been very helpful, but troubleshooting to me is like a fun game. I don’t enjoy problems but i do love finding and fixing them.

[@AquaVitaeWoodworks]

Good video. I still have the Pro XXL, debating on upgrading down the road, but seems like there’s tons of errors that are still getting worked out.

[@builtforlife]

Honestly i think it’s a great machine. I also work with a laguna and problems are just the nature of the business with these types of machines.

[@jake31376]

Thanks for sharing! Have been missing a step in the exact same place on the right side of semi circles for a couple months now. Thought maybe it was programming or a worn endmill until i watched your video. I wiggled the z axis today and it has the same amount of play in it. How do i access the x axis plate where you added locktite and tightened the 4 screws?

[@builtforlife]

You have to take the spindle mount off. Unplug the Z motor move the Spindle mount plate almost to the bottom. there are 4 large Allen head screws. There will be locator pins holding the plate in place to the X plate.

[@jake31376]

@@builtforlife Thank you for help! I'll give it a try it's been awhile since I assembled it so couldn't remember how it went together.

[@jake31376]

@@builtforlife Got a chance today to remove the z mount plate and found that the 4 screws on the x axis plate were tight. Found 2 loose screws on the x axis bearing cover that is behind the x axis plate. Tightened them up and now no more slop! Do these 2 screws need Loctite?

[@builtforlife]

I use blue lock right 242 on everything i don’t want coming out. Blue is strong enough that it shouldn’t vibrate out but can still be easily removed with tools.

[@jake31376]

@@builtforlife Thanks I'll try the blue Loctite. I also just found this video that Carbide 3D made specifically for Shapeoko 5 pro movement that details the slop that can occur and how to tighten it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZOcg4VogL-Hfq8

[@josephphan7740]

I noticed you have a Makita router now. What happened to the Carbide one it came with? Also do you know if they’re essentially the same router apart from the cord length? Thanks for your videos!

[@builtforlife]

The carbide router did not survive all the way through the first set of brushed. I speculate it was the bearing because it got very crunchy spinning it by hand and there was some radial run out. The cords are not the same. I actually pulled the cord off the carbide router and installed it on the makita because the makita router cord was not long enough. The makita is much smoother and quieter as well. Hope this helps.

[@Love2FlyKAP]

This is a maintenance/owner issue. Manual states to check all hardware for torque and do this ongoing per manual . Also looks like you modified your CNC, looks like an issue you may have created by not properly torquing the hardware. Cleaning off your CNC is also part of overall maintenance.

[@builtforlife]

I haven’t modified anything. The screws in this video come assembled with lock tight on them. That is one of the things CC uses as a selling point “fully assembled Z axis.” There is no reason these screws should have backed out. I conduct regular inspections and preventative maintenance on my machine. Thanks for watching.

[@J.erem.y]

I have the 5 pro 4x4. The hardware loosening up is the last thing you should be worrying about. The controller board is complete trash. They have gone so far off of their thermal budget with cooling of the stepper drivers these machines wont last more than a couple years with moderate use unless theh drastically lower the torque output of the already weak steppers they used or add acrive cooling. That's if the dry solder joints or the splattered solder doesnt get you first. I have a 3 xxl and a 5 pro 4x4. Shapeoko will not be my next machine. Good luck to all of you. If you think the hardware loosens up now, wait until you put an actual spindle on it. It's a daily tightening that's required on everything.

[@builtforlife]

Shapeoko actually replaces my controller less than a month in, and it does get really hot. This one has ran strong for a long time though hopefully it keeps on going.

[@J.erem.y]

​@builtforlife I hope so. If it doesn't look into converting it to a Masso touch cnc controller. They are about a grand and they will make that the 5 run forever with the ability to add lots of things. And you don't need a computer near it. It's really what shapeoko should have went with instead of trying to rebuild the wheel. And doing a terrible job at that. And you shouldn't have had to replace the controller in the first place. I'm sorry you had to go through that. I did too but they wouldn't replace mine because mine happened before "controllergate"

[@builtforlife]

I think as time goes on i will end up with a better machine. Phantom CNC is getting all of my drooling attention right now.

[@robertlawson4295]

@@builtforlife See my comment just posted about Carbide's choice of sticking with GRBL as the firmware for their controller ... it's an ancient crude firmware that sends "bang bang" pulses to the 4 motors, causing a mountain of vibration. My comment outlines a couple of fixes. Hope you find this helpful. Thanks for posting your video.

[@robertlawson4295]

@@J.erem.y I just posted a comment about why the Carbide motion controller is just trash and a couple of suggestions of what to do as more affordable upgrading strategy than going full Masso. Hope you find these of interest.