Building and setting up the LongMill MK2 CNC machine

I run through the assembly of this LongMill MK2 48x30 CNC machine including tips and tricks to ensure it runs as smooth as possible. Show you how to get this initially setup on your PC or laptop as well as fixing it down to your workbench and testing everything is square and parallel.

LongMill MK2
https://bit.ly/48T8QG4

Dry Lubricant
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LongMill MK2 assembly guide:
https://resources.sienci.com/view/lm-...

00:00 Unboxing and initial tips
01:58 Backlash nuts
02:58 Z assembly and wheels
15:12 Y axis carriages
19:05 Attaching the feet to the frame
22:06 Setting up the Y axis
27:40 Preparing and installing the X axis
32:45 Installing the stepper motors
35:29 Preparing the drag chain
37:43 Installing the router
38:40 Z limit sensor
39:42 Install the wiring
41:27 X axis cable management
43:10 X axis limit sensor
43:38 Continue with installing the wiring
45:38 Y axis Limit sensor
48:04 Connecting the control box (Long Board)
50:36 Initial check before powering up
52:00 Connecting to your computer and using Gsender
54:27 Tightening up the wheels and backlash nuts
58:40 Fixing to your workbench and checking the machine is square
01:01:25 Turning on your limit sensors and adjusting them
01:03:59 Final comments and maintenance


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