Y-Axis Troubles in Universal Laser Machines: Identifying Common Issues

Struggling with Y-Axis issues on your Universal Laser Machine (ULS)? In this video, we delve into the unique characteristics of the Y axis and its crucial role in ensuring precision in laser cutting and engraving. If you're unsure of the problem, professional help is recommended to ensure optimal function of your ULS machine.
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I noticed that the laser engraver I have only is smooth going from one corner to another but when I do the opposite corners it is very bumpy and jagged movement. Also when only moving on the x or y axis, and not a combination. It is also very bumpy. I have tried to adjust the wheel bearings and it doesn’t resolve the problems. Any idea what it might be?

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Several ideas come to mind:
1. Outright Motor Failure. Depending on the age of the machine, your steppers could be wearing out. This can be noticeable moving in one direction, but the other way is seemingly fine.
2. Optical parts loose. Not as common, but if you optics are loose, that will move the beam around causing it to look bumpy.
3. Chip issues. There are boards in the machine that tell the machine how to move. If those have problems, there can be ‘jitter’, and the chip sends mixed signals to the motor movement.
Hopefully, you can get something worked out! If you need more professional assistance, please feel free to reach out to the H2I Group tech team.