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Mach Discussion => General Mach Discussion => Topic started by: Holzwurm56 on September 08, 2026, 01:57:10 AM

Title: Mach3 Problem with Threading?
Post by: Holzwurm56 on September 08, 2026, 01:57:10 AM

Hello,
I’m having a problem with thread cutting in Mach3. The cutting tool stays on track for the first 2–3 passes, but then it drifts off, ruining the thread. I’ve read that thread cutting only works with a specific version of Mach3. Does anyone have experience with this or know which version it is?
Thanks,
Hans

Title: Re: Mach3 Problem with Threading?
Post by: manand on September 22, 2026, 08:48:30 PM

I’ve dealt with Mach3 threading problems like this before. The version does matter: the Mach3 documentation specifically mentions a major change to the threading code around R3.042.032, and that version was intended for a single-index setup. So I’d first check exactly which Mach3 build you are running.
That said, if the first 2–3 passes are correct and then the tool gradually moves off the thread, I would check the spindle index signal, index sensor, debounce setting, and spindle RPM stability before changing versions. Mach3 has to see a consistent index pulse on every revolution to synchronize the Z movement correctly.

Title: Re: Mach3 Problem with Threading?
Post by: Holzwurm56 on September 23, 2026, 04:41:42 AM

Hello Manand,
thanks for your interest. I generate the index signal using a light barrier. The signal looks good on the oscilloscope. The spindle speed is stable. I am using version R3.043.066.
Thanks,
Hans