Pocket NC V2 - Error Codes; Axis Limit Exceeded Error

Section 3: Error Codes
Error Code/Message
Explanation
Possible Solutions
Near Line XX Linear Move
Exceeds Joint X’s
Positive/Negative Limit
This error means that the
toolpath/G code is telling the
machine to go past one its
travel limits
Joint 0 = X axis
Joint 1 = Y axis
Joint 2 = Z axis
Joint 3 = A axis
Joint 4 = B axis
This error is often caused by
a tool length offset being set
incorrectly or by a part that is
outside the Pocket NC’s
work envelope.
The move that is causing the
error is located on or near
the line of the program
indicated
1. If the error is on joint 2 (Z
axis), check if your tool
length offset is set
correctly. See the “Tool
Length Offset” tutorial for
more information.
2. If the error is for
exceeding the negative
limit of joint 2 and the tool
length offset is correct,
increase the tool stickout
or switch to a longer tool
holder.
3. If the error is for
exceeding the positive
limit of joint 2 and the tool
length offset is correct,
decrease the tool stickout
or switch to a shorter tool
holder.
4. Check if your toolpath is
asking the machine to
exceed its limits of travel.
Open your code in a text
editing program and use
the search bar (CTRL +
F) to search for any
values that are greater
than the limits of travel for
the Pocket NC mill.
a. The X limits are
-2.00 to 2.55
inches
b. The Y limits are
-2.4 to 2.6 inches
c. The Z limits are
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