u/snorlax-stax

Good day all!

I updated my Z1 Studio software today, went to run a very simple 2D pocket path, and when I look at the preview the tool starts on the path then erratically jumps to the end? I figured maybe it was a bug, so I sent the job to the machine but when it starts the operation the end mill lowers until it's placed right above the material, and just sits there.

The estimated time to mill a 30mm x 30mm pocket was 46 minutes. Clearly I'm either missing something here or there's something wrong after the update. I even created new projects and started from scratch, so I'm really at a loss here.

Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Here are links to two short videos showing what I'm talking about: Video 1 & Video 2

Good day all!

When I'm changing my collet from the 3.175mm to a 6mm, the entire collet assembly rotates. Is this normal? I followed the guidance on Youtube here and instead of only the collet turning, the entire assembly (above the collet in the video) is turning.

I dug deeper, and found that my collet lever may be loose, so I followed the Makera Wiki instructions here, tightened the internal allen screw as much as possible, but still, the collet housing spins no matter what. If I want to change the collet, I have to hold the housing in place with pliers before unscrewing the collet.

Surely I'm missing something? Is there something else I need to tinker with for this to operate correctly? Thank you in advance for helping a newbie!

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