MicroDRO - The only 3 axis DRO for Myford Lathes

Kit Contents

MicroDRO Saddle Sensor
Fixing Kit
Low Profile Screw Rack Bolts
Cable Guide
Spare Felt Wiper
Magnetic Scale
Cable Assembly

Click here for a detailed look at each component

Required Tools (not included)

Feeler Gauge set
Isopropyl Alcohol to clean surfaces prior to installing magnetic scale
Threadlocker
Vernier Calipers / Micrometer
T25 Torx Driver
Imperial and Metric Allen Keys
Mallet
Spanners
Large stubby flat bladed screwdriver

Step C. Test the Sensor

Plug the other end of the cable into your display unit (common practice is to install the saddle sensor as the Z axis).
Move the saddle back and forth whilst watching the display. Does the measurement change as expected?
Any problems? Drop me a message: chris@microdro.com

Step D. Cable Guide Installation

Replace the Myford Apron Sealing Plug with the included white acetal cable guide.
Ensure the orientation matches the picture shown.
It will require tapping in with a soft faced mallet.

Step E. Cable routing

Place the apron on the lathe cabinet as shown in the picture below (left)
Clip the cable into the cable guide as shown in the picture below (right)

Step F. Refitting the apron to the saddle

Carefully guide the apron up to the saddle, whilst allowing the cable to pass through the cable guide unsnagged.
Loosely screw the apron to the saddle with 2 turns of each screw.
Gradually tighten the screws evenly, whilst regularly checking to ensure the apron isn't binding anywhere.
- Important! It is quite likely that the apron may be unable to fully screw home at the back of the apron (see picture below). This is due to the gear not meshing correctly with the screw rack.
  - Rock the hand wheel back and forth until you feel it mesh. This should allow you to tighten the apron completely.

Step G. Final Assembly

Refit the lead screw by following the steps in reverse here