Cutting mirror image?

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15 May 2011 17:23 #9825 by Tom1965
I'm new to this stuff and reading the posts. I've learned that you have to think backwards sometimes, with table directions +/- and such. But my first cut of the eample "EMC2 4 AXIS" cut in a mirror image? Weird. I'm using a motion24 Gantry table from Mekanika that I have mounted a Bosch palm router to. Any ideas what would cause this?
thanks in advance for any thoughts.

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15 May 2011 17:50 - 15 May 2011 17:52 #9826 by PKM
Replied by PKM on topic Re:Cutting mirror image?
You need to change X and/or Y direction.

When X axis points right, Y axis should point forward, Z axis up. You should have corresponding movements of tool over workpiece when pressing + and - axes buttons in manual mode.
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15 May 2011 17:54 #9827 by BigJohnT
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For a normal mill of any kind...

Plus X the tool goes right
Plus Y the tool goes away from you
Plus Z the tool goes up

John

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15 May 2011 18:35 #9828 by Tom1965
Replied by Tom1965 on topic Re:Cutting mirror image?
Wow you guys are quick! Indeed the problem was in my "Y" axis polarity on the control board. I switched the wires and now cuts perfectly and corresponds to the screen image. Now I just have to think as negative as " tool toward material" only. Thanks again for the speedy reply. Is there any way to contribute to this program? I'm feeling kind of dirty using something for free. Can't find a donation button?
Tom

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15 May 2011 22:34 #9834 by BigJohnT
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We donate our time only... and help others when we can.

John

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