Parts to upgrade X-Carve to 2016 drag chain
need more Xcarve drag chain
I want more of the same chain from the carve but do not want to buy a whole upgrade kit. Why isnt the identical chain in the bare drag chain section?
Asked by Mike Dohner on Oct 23, 2017
Hi Mike, I’ve contacted you directly via email regarding this. Thanks, -Griffin.
Answered by Griffin Dennis on Oct 23, 2017
Griffin, can you contact me directly via email regarding this as well? I’d also like to know the answer.
Answered by Shane McAnally on Oct 30, 2017
The 1000 mm upgrade. Does it include the 20 X 20 T slot extrusion along with associated brackets to attach it to X axis plates.
Asked by Rajan Udeshie on Nov 4, 2017
This refers to Part Nos 26049-09(Extrusion T-Slot 20×20 × 1000mm Tapped)1X & 30681-01(Drag Chain Support Arm) 2X
Answered by Rajan Udeshie on Nov 5, 2017
Hi Rajan, Yes, the kit includes the extrusion and support arms. Thanks, -Griffin.
Answered by Griffin Dennis on Nov 6, 2017
DRAG CHAIN UPGRADE CUSTOM
Is it possible to get the 15 X 40 chain (Part Nos 30331-03) instead of the standard 18 X 25 chain along with corresponding Ends (Part Nos 30331-04) ?.
Asked by Rajan Udeshie on Nov 4, 2017
Replacing the standard part Nos 30331-13 (Drag Chain 18×25 21 Links w/ Custom Ends) in the upgrade kit.
Answered by Rajan Udeshie on Nov 5, 2017
Hi Rajan, unfortunately we can’t make any substitutions in the drag chains for the upgrade kits. You can certainly fabricate your own custom brackets however. Please let us know if you have any other questions. Best, -Griffin.
Answered by Griffin Dennis on Nov 6, 2017
SPECIFICS OF DRAG CHAIN TYPES
What are the differences between the three types listed ad Enclosed,Semi Open & Hinged.
Asked by Rajan Udeshie on Nov 4, 2017
?.which was the part No in the 2015 version of the 1000 mm X-Carve and the part No of the 2016/later 1000 mm X-Carve.
Hi Rajan, enclosed means that you can’t access the wires as they run through the drag chain and that there are no open gaps between links. Semi-Open means that there are gaps between links where you can access the wires running in the chain. Hinged means that each link in the chain can be opened to access the wiring. The 2015 X-Carve used the semi-open 15×20mm chain (30331-09 or 30331-10 in the kit, 30331-05 in the store). The 2016 X-Carve uses a hinged 18×25mm type, though we don’t offer it by itself yet. Please let us know if you have any other questions. Best, -Griffin.
Answered by Griffin Dennis on Nov 6, 2017
Drag Chain Placement?
My 1000 mm X-Carve will arrive in a week or two. The location where it will be placed has all the wiring coming from the – right hand – side, instead of the left hand side which is more traditional.
Will I be able to route and setup my wiring via the drag chain on the right side of the X-Carve, or is it made in such a way that it must be mounted on the left side?
Asked by on Dec 10, 2017
Hello, thanks for contacting us. Swapping the side of the drag chains isn’t possible with an unmodified X-Carve since the mounting holes on the x-carriage are on the wrong side, though it could be possible by drilling and tapping M4 holes to mount the bracket on the other side. The side board also probably wouldn’t work without modification. Please let us know if you have any other questions. Best, -Griffin.
Answered by Griffin Dennis on Dec 11, 2017
Drag Chain End
Is it possible to get just an end link for the latest kit? One of my end broke and I would like to replace just the end link, and not have to buy a whole kit. Thank you.
Asked by Stephen Martinez on Jan 9, 2018
Hi Stephen,
I will email you directly regarding your broken part.
Thanks,
Paul
Answered by Paul Stolz on Jan 10, 2018
"2015 Grantry side plates will not work with this upgrade"
If the 2015 gantry side plates will not work with this upgrade, are the 2016 gantry side plates available for purchase? Or will they be made available for purchase?
Asked by Drew Kempter on Jan 19, 2018
Hi Drew, thanks for your question! You can purchase the latest (2016) version of the Gantry Side plates here on our product page. Unfortunately the product image needs to be updated to show the current version, and our Marketing team is working to make that happen. I’ve added a note to the gantry side plates product page to clarify this for the time being and a link in the above description to make it easier to get to the correct version. Thanks again!
Answered by John Hayes on Jan 22, 2018
What is the bending radius of the 18x25 drag chain that comes with the 2016 x-carve?
Asked by Russel Werner on Jan 25, 2018
Hi Russel, the listed bending radius of the drag chain that comes with these kits is 38mm from the pivot point centers of the links. Best, -Griffin.
Answered by Griffin Dennis on Jan 25, 2018
1000mm drag chain
Is there anyway I can buy just the two drag chains without the extra mounting hardware? I just want to extend the length of drag chain I have as I’m extending the y axis travel to double its size
Asked by Drew on Feb 15, 2018
Hi Andrew, unfortunately at this time we can only offer the items we have available on the site. I apologize for the inconvenience and will pass along your request to the appropriate individuals for future consideration.
Answered by John Hayes on Feb 15, 2018
1000mm
Forgot to add this in my previous question, sorry for that, but what are the actual inside dimensions for the 1000mm drag chain?
Asked by Drew on Feb 15, 2018
Hi Andrew, the inside height is 18mm and the inside width is 25mm. This drag chain also has a bend radius of 38mm. Hope that helps!
Answered by John Hayes on Feb 15, 2018
one axis upgrade?
I’m looking to upgrade only one axis on my 500×500 to 1000 (space won’t allow for a full 1000×1000, unfortunately). Is there any way to get just one of the 2 chains? (longshot, but figured I’d ask!)
Asked by Matt Cheezem on Mar 1, 2018
Hi Matt- If you get in touch with us via phone or through our support center we should be able to add a single drag chain to an order that you’ve placed. Please keep us posted. Best, -Griffin.
Answered by Griffin Dennis on Mar 2, 2018
What exactly does this include?
Specifically, does this have the 1000mm rail that extends between the y-plates for the drag-chain to sit on?
Asked by David Bell on Apr 1, 2018
This kit includes the drag chains, brackets, support extrusion and zip tie mounts – everything that would be included in the drag chain kit when purchasing a new machine!
Answered by Paul Stolz on Apr 2, 2018
What is the length for the 1000mm drag chain?
Asked by Angel Ars on Apr 22, 2018
Including the ends, the length comes to 27.75 inches.
Answered by Paul Stolz on Apr 23, 2018
is this size for both side the X and the Y
Answered by Ali ajaj on Feb 25, 2019
2015 X-Carriage
Is it possible to attach the drag chain mounting plate to the 2015 X carriage? Do we just use the holes intended to mount the terminal connectors and then hard wire the stepper motors on the x-carriage?
Asked by Sean Keplinger on Jul 27, 2018
Hi Sean, this kit will mount to the 2015 X-Carriage without issue. The holes for the drag chain bracket are the same, you just have to swap it out. Please let us know if you have any other questions. Best, -Griffin.
Answered by Griffin Dennis on Jul 30, 2018
The kit came with the gantry side plate replacement, which I swapped out. However, the X-Carriage doesn’t seem to have the mounting holes for the drag chain bracket?
Answered by Sean Keplinger on Jul 30, 2018
Hi Sean, I will contact you about this via email. Best, -Griffin.
Answered by Griffin Dennis on Jul 31, 2018
30527-05 (new drag-chain bracket)
I don’t see this part (30527-05) listed in the Grabcad repository, neither STEP nor PDF seems to exist.
Asked by Bill Blades on Feb 13, 2019
Hi Bill,
I’ll send these to you directly.
Answered by Paul Stolz on Feb 13, 2019
Thank you so much Paul, I appreciate it!
Answered by Bill Blades on Feb 13, 2019
Paul, can you send them to me also?
Answered by Ryan Norton on Feb 5, 2020
Hi Ryan,
I have emailed you directly regarding this request.
Thank you.
Answered by Giovanna Diaz Fabiani Inventables on Feb 5, 2020
How Does this attach to my 2015 X-Carriage.
Am I supposed to buy a new carriage. The kit Bracket doesn’t attach to the x carriage I have as there are no holes near top and the existing bracket I have is to low for this chain.
Asked by craig grant on Mar 21, 2019
Hi Craig, thanks for your question. Per the “2015 X-Carve Drag Chain Information” document under the files and attachments sections, you would, unfortunately, need both the updated X-Carriage and Gantry Side Plates with the correct hole patterns. I apologize for the inconvenience.
Answered by John Hayes on Mar 22, 2019
Why is the product not call out incomplete upgrade kit?
I find it disingenuous when the subtitle reads:
“Parts to upgrade 2015 X-Carve to 2016 drag chain”…but buried in some attachment it states:
“2015 X-Carve Gantry Side Plates and X-Carriage will not work with this upgrade…”This does not include all of the parts required. The side plates and X-carriage should be included or called out in the actual description.
Asked by Jason McSorley on Apr 28, 2019
Hi Jason, I agree with your assessment. I moved this information to the product page and changed the description. Please let me know if you ordered these parts and I will take care of getting it fixed for you.
Answered by Philip Lomac Inventables on Apr 29, 2019
X-carve upgrade
I purchased 2015 X-Carve and it is together up to connecting the wires (X,Y,Z rails motors ect…. together). Things came up and it sat in a room. I have purchased all the upgrades put out . I see now I need side plates ect… to put it together. Can I just drill holes in what I have or do I need the new parts? If I need new parts what is need for ALL the upgrades to work and go together?(screws plates,wire connectors,instructions , ect…)
Asked by Ed Lewis on Sep 24, 2019
We recommend that you use the parts that are part of the current model, rather than drill holes into what you have as that may cause problems down the line. In order to see what else you will need, you will have to compare what you have to the bill of materials that is on the first page of the instructions for the current build. You can find the current instructions on our website at the bottom of the home page!
Answered by Natalie Borrego on Sep 24, 2019
Shapeoko 2?
Would this work on a shapeoko 2 that’s been upgraded to 1000mm x 1000mm
Asked by Dan Parker on Mar 25, 2020
Hi Dan,
Thanks for reaching out. This upgrade will work if you also upgraded to the latest X-Carve gantry side plates and the X-carriage. If you did not upgrade to the X-Controller, you will need to find a different way to wire the stepper motors or attach the terminal blocks.
Answered by Giovanna Diaz Fabiani Inventables on Mar 25, 2020
Do I really need to buy anything besides the upgrade drag chain?
Can I modify my 2015 X-carve to use this drag chain instead of buying the newer parts? Either drill or fabricate the attach points?
Asked by Chuck Colht on Nov 13, 2021
We cannot officially recommend modifiying the plates with new attach points. That being said, you can reference the technical drawings for the plates on their respective product pages linked above.
Answered by Paul Stolz on Nov 15, 2021
Is there an upgraded Drag chain bracket?
The wide makerslide instructions show a longer bracket than I currently have installed.
Asked by David Gendron on Apr 25, 2022
Hey David,
This is the most recent Drag Chain Kit for the 1000mm X-Carve, which includes the same brackets that are present in both Pre-November 2021 and current assemblies. Drag Chain kits from 2015 model X-Carves or earlier will have older versions of the drag chain kits and brackets.
If you have more questions about which model and components you have, feel free to reach out directly to our support by emailing help@inventables.com. It may help to include pictures, as well.
Answered by CJ Glasenhardt Inventables on Apr 26, 2022
installing new drag link
i got the full upgrade installed, ordered the new drag link kit but have no ideas on how shorter drags work or get installed. any drawings or info would be helpful
Asked by Tom Christine on Oct 18, 2022
Hi Tom,
Thank you for reaching out! You can take a look at the assembly instructions for the drag chain here:
https://inventables.gitbook.io/x-carve-assembly/drag-chain-and-wiringIf you have any other questions, please email help@inventables.com for further assistance.
Answered by Julie Bryant on Oct 18, 2022
Can get just the brackets
Asked by Richard patterson on Nov 24, 2022
Hi Richard, unfortunately, we do not sell the brackets individually outsisde of this kit. I’ve emailed you directly for additional information.
Answered by Giovanna Diaz Fabiani Inventables on Nov 25, 2022
