6th: Assembling the Z Axis
Now, slide the module plate (with module
attached) onto the carriage plate (attached to
carriage) via the dovetail channels. Insert the
barrel nut in the provided open hole on the module
plate (circled in red below). Next, slide the M6 bolt
(75mm) through the hole in the top of the carriage
plate, and screw to desired height, through the
barrel nut.
Make sure the slit on the barrel nut
is facing away from the module
Oil the dove tails
on both sides.
Preferably with
dry lubricant, but
any lubricant is
acceptable