xTool D1 Fixing Issues With Belts & Motors

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xTool D1 Fixing Issues With Belts & Motors

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Жыл бұрын

On the xTool D1 Official Facebook Group, I've been seeing a good number of new users (and probably some that are not so new) that are having issues with image shift, double lines, and other aberrations in their laser's output. I had a similar issue early on, and this is how I fixed it - this is definitely filed under "maintenance" - it's easy to check, and simple to fix once you've identified the issue.
CORRECTION: The Y axis motor to axle coupler uses a 2.5mm hex, not a 3mm one.
There are going to be some differences of opinion on my recommendations, but the bottom line is that a properly maintained D1 will last far longer and give better results than one that isn't maintained.
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Links:
xTool D1 Official Facebook Group: / xtoold1
My xTool D1 mounting feet on Etsy: www.etsy.com/listing/12593629...
Wiha Precision Screwdrivers: www.wihatools.com/collections...
(Available on Amazon, McMaster-Carr, etc.)

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@teri-wanderlust6789 Жыл бұрын

Seriously the best video I've seen to help answer questions I didn't even know I had! Spent the last 2 days emailing to try and find out how to get started!! Thank you so much!

@PeteRuckelshaus Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@kittyrings Жыл бұрын

OMG! Pete!!! (we are in the same group BTW) You probably just saved my machine. The description of the COUPLER for the Y side...keeps literally falling off. Now I'm extremely new to lasers. And there is no where in the manual that even comes close to what you are doing. The FLAT side....good grief..didn't even know that it existed in that corner. I tighten my set screws very tight, but if I'm still on the round...it won't hold long (mine didn't) and I've had this machine for 3 1/2 months made zero, burnt through some wood, had issues with crashes. Figured the crash out (not all things from China are "measurement "correct) AND thanks to you...my Y side will be solved. Personally, XTOOL should PAY you to demonstrate actual assembly of the D1. Thank YOU!!!!

@PeteRuckelshaus Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I'd LOVE to do an unboxing and assembly video, because that's REALLY when all of these things should be done correctly. @XTool send me a D1, I'll do a series of unboxing and assembly videos showing all of the things to check, and then I'll donate the D1 to my local middle school. Call me!

@mathiasg7624 Жыл бұрын

this saved me! Coupler on the motor was loose - I tried a full day fixing a problem and didnt check that! thank you so much

@pattizwahlen8768 5 ай бұрын

thanks for the reply...I believe I found the problem...the belt wasn't properly seated on the coupler rod...now it is cutting correctly...thanks so much for this video and responding to me! It's been a couple of tough days!!!!

@donaldmcmurdo82 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I've been beating my head against the wall and have given up on my laser for a while. I found this video and hopefully this will do the trick to fix all the issues I'm having. I'm also going to get the handled Allen wrenches like you suggest as I think it will make this so much easier to work on.

@nathanbarnette1162 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. I just got mine assembled. I’m going to go back and check all the things you went over in this video.

@Personalized_Workshop 5 ай бұрын

I’dve been just as long winded. If not, something could be unclear or left out completely. Good video. Nice to have a step by step to follow. As many times as I’ve gone through this process, it’s easy to get distracted and not do a thorough job. I used to have issues with the gear above the x stepper dropping down. There’s a certain measurement that needs to be. That’s all I’d add. Interested in seeing your other videos on this machine and 3D printing if you have any. I have the Anycubic Vyper, it’s actually running right now.

@RulerRiches 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for the cool maintnance tip! Good informative video! I have subscribed!!

@blackfox3082 Жыл бұрын

Thank you sir! I couldnt find a video this good!!!

@caseymartin2841 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, I am also in the same fb group, but hadn't seen my problem in there before. My axel as you called it, is just popping out of the hole while its running. Its done it twice now. I've been using my laser consistently since around September and hadn't had this issue until this past week. I'm going to check all the things you mentioned in your video and see if that helps.

@robinbray 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video. It really helped me out troubleshooting my problem.

@edgargreen8215 Жыл бұрын

Great video and explanation! Cleared things up for me and made the maintenance and troubleshooting easy. Blessings

@PeteRuckelshaus Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped, Edgar.

@RudyMartinezL 3 ай бұрын

Very helpful video! Thanks Pete

@vikingwind25 3 ай бұрын

Set screws. The only vid I have seen discussing that issue.My set screw (after a year of operation) backed out. POM wheel and belt adjustment did not solve the problem. My problem, for now, solved! Ortur LM3..very hard to get to the set screws... Thanks very much for this video.!!

@PeteRuckelshaus 3 ай бұрын

Glad it helped!

@Golfexpertbelieveme Жыл бұрын

I get like a locking problem with my X axis. the belt will hit what feels like a barrier and i get a knocking sound and it knocks it out of place. If I loosen the belt it goes away but then I get a shit burn. I have had my machine for 5 months or so now. it just started doing it. Any ideas on what I can do?

@con0616 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Fixed my issue.

@Dancopymus Жыл бұрын

Hi Pete; first of all, thanks for the tutorial. I have had my xTOOL D1 Pro for a little over a week; and for getting better acquainted, in the Laser tab I always use "Current Position" so I would like to know if it is possible to use "Homing" in that function or is it only in Absolute Coordinates. And how can I configure Homing on this machine. Thank you

@ThePolymath1 Жыл бұрын

‘Math is hard’ says the man in a MIT shirt. 😁🤙🏽 greetings from the S. Shore.

@sherinoble9123 10 ай бұрын

Thank you a ton! It fixed my skipping problem.

@PeteRuckelshaus 10 ай бұрын

Glad it helped!

@dog0311 Жыл бұрын

I have some play in my gantry, I've adjusted the gantry since it was 3.5mm off. What would cause it to go over an X and not be able to go over the same diag line. I did it 3 times and each line was about a mm to a half mm off? I hope that makes sense.

@yusufozyucekok7610 4 ай бұрын

Hi Peter, How do we fix the rack problem ive got that issue?

@tamaraarcher4411 11 ай бұрын

What do I need to get to engrave on jewerly?? What about the laser tree modules??

@erichirtriter1465 Жыл бұрын

how to fix the XTool software framing button not moving the laser to check the area of the engraving job?

@juicyaloha Жыл бұрын

Ive gotten double lines due to residue build up on the underside of the x gantry (on the silver rod that the laser track wheel runs on). The gunk inhibited the laser module from smoothly

@manuelcenteno100 Жыл бұрын

Pete, I'm a new user and I just got the xtool D1, I'm having a problem with the laser belt, the tension is good but it's not moving the laser properly, any advice on that?

@user-pu4ov6iy8r 8 ай бұрын

Love you Mr Ruck

@DmwsrIFearGod Жыл бұрын

I got the xTool D1 pro with the 5w and just upgraded the laser model to the 20w. Now the when the gantry is homed (to left when “XTOOL” is bottom left), starting a run, the motor tries to run more to the top and right. It is acting like it started from the bottom left and ran out of room. This happens in lightburn, I do not think it happens in creative space. Both sometimes hit the limits without actually physically hitting the limits. I am relatively new (2 months) any suggestions

@AcryliWoodDesigns 7 ай бұрын

Do you have any pictures of a stepper motor? I know you were trying to show us, but besides the white coupler screws, I could not see anything back there.

@HGANGHONY Жыл бұрын

My XTool is suddenly stopping on its own, with the laser shutting off at the same time. I have the 5watt, could this be from over heating? I need the machine for Christmas gift making. I'll be checking my gears and belts, thank you for your video.

@baronvonschnitzel9250 Жыл бұрын

My d1pro powered off mid job a few days ago and no will not turn on at all apart from the odd occasion where it will power on for about a minute before shutting down. Anyone else have or know about this issue as I cannot find anything on the web for this problem.

@JesusSalgado-nt4gh Жыл бұрын

Our Lazer only moves forward and back when framing. Do you know how to fix this issue? Can you help me

@garyparrett8955 7 ай бұрын

Looking for a x tool d1 pro x axis motor replacement can u help

@nicolaspizzarelli1165 Жыл бұрын

Where and when should we put the lubricant that comes in the package? The "peng sheng"

@PeteRuckelshaus Жыл бұрын

A light dab along the rails.

@pattizwahlen8768 5 ай бұрын

Hi Pete...having problems with cutting on my X tool D1...cannot complete a perfect circle...I've made all the adjustments in this video and still not completing a circle, therefore all my cuts are off. What can I do? I have orders I need to fill! HELP!

@PeteRuckelshaus 5 ай бұрын

Double check the grub screw on the Y axis stepper at the right rear of your machine.

@kaylynnjohnston5656 Жыл бұрын

My xTool d1 pro just started burning ellipses instead of circles (in my design). I have checked belt tension, squareness of frame à well as gantry. Updated firmware. Still burning ellipses. Any suggestions?

@PeteRuckelshaus Жыл бұрын

Check the drive gear set screws.

@kaylynnjohnston5656 Жыл бұрын

@@PeteRuckelshaus they are set & snug. Cleaned & lubricated x & y runners. Calibrated. All good there.

@kaylynnjohnston5656 Жыл бұрын

Found it. Recalibrated and noticed "Enable Rotary" was switched to green.... And it should be red (off). Thx for your time.

@michellerenae6774 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the help! You sound like you're also from Philly, right?

@PeteRuckelshaus Жыл бұрын

Is it that obvious?

@upstatedoc3287 Жыл бұрын

Can't figure out why my x1 D1 Pro won't move on the x-axis. Only moves on Y-axis. This is so frustrating

@PeteRuckelshaus Жыл бұрын

Start with motion - check the belt, is it properly tensioned, is it attached to the carriage properly, does the carriage move smoothly, are the drive pulleys on the stepper motor properly tightened (2x grub screws), does the stepper motor axle turn by hand. If it passes all that, check signal path/wiring from the X motor back to the motherboard. Make sure there isn't a cut, break, or crimp in the cable all the way back to the motherboard - if you have an ohmmeter, check continuity from one end of the wire to the other. Are the connectors (motherboard and stepper motor) properly connected.