Probe input changed during a jog on axis Z

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I am getting an error message when I jog the Z axis up after a probing routine. I was wondering if anyone has seen this before. I am using the wireless probe kit from XoomSpeed, it has worked well for a year or so. Below is the error message I get.

13:34:37 | Probe input changed during a jog on axis Z. Restore probe and press Reset to re-enable operation

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@Scott_Dube Sounds like the probe itself could be sticking and tripping. But I am not overly familiar with this aftermarket kit.

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It really has no impact on the mechanical operation of the Tormach probe. It merely replaces the wire. Have you seen this behavior with the standard wired probe? I am thinking it’s vibration on the retract of the Z just don’t know why it’s just starting now…

Thanks

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Sticking probe tip or wiring are really the main two options. Pull on the probe tip, does it pop back into position?

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I’d spray some alcohol into the probe and manually move it around then blow into it with some air. Mine did that a couple times. Probably just crap building up inside.

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Agree on sticking probe. I’ve also seen PathPilot do this when you start the probing routine super close to the surface to be probed. I think it was that error at least? Either way, don’t store your probe inside the cabinet! It’ll collect coolant most and be prone to sticking. I pull mine out when done probing and just leave the wire in there for easy reattachment.

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