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X Axis Motor Cable Strain Relief (Nema 17)
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**Problem**
Recently had a few issues with my X axis intermittently stopping in the middle of a print and also having shifted layers on the X axis. I checked the belts, motor coupling and even changed the steeper driver trying to locate the issue.
**Solution**
After further testing it turned out to be an intermittent loose pin on the X axis motor cable where it plugs into the motor Molex connector. This cable doesn't move that much but clearly it's enough to loosen over time, especially i
Recently had a few issues with my X axis intermittently stopping in the middle of a print and also having shifted layers on the X axis. I checked the belts, motor coupling and even changed the steeper driver trying to locate the issue.
**Solution**
After further testing it turned out to be an intermittent loose pin on the X axis motor cable where it plugs into the motor Molex connector. This cable doesn't move that much but clearly it's enough to loosen over time, especially i
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