Z axis gear set screws come loose?

X-Carve
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I’m almost there! These small set screws get loose then the shaft stops turning. I can’t seem to keep them tight. I even adjusted the V rollers thinking they may have been too tight ? I hope I don’t have to change the shaft now?

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Use Loctite!!

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What happens if you have to take it apart ?

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and thats not in the instructions ?

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Thanks where can I get those ?

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Thank you Bob

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Yes building the x-carve and I need to replace those small set screws on the pully attached to the ACME Lead screw.

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I too was concerned about trying to get those tiny set screws out if I used loctite. I decided to grind a small flat spot on the shaft and seated the set screw against it. I have removed and reinstalled the pulley several times for various things but have never had it slip when using even though there is no loctite.

BUT the next time I remove it I will be going with a cap screw. Just makes more sense than the sets. But still I think a flat spot is the best solution in conjunction with the cap screw.

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One can also grind a flat spot on the shaft so the screw enter deeper and locking it in better. Use Loctite (blue) still, good practice with any screw on something that vibrates :slight_smile:

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Lowes, Home Depot or Ace Hardware all have them.

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Thanks Stacey !!!