Solved : M4 x 25 Spontaneus generation

Hi guys! I just found a M4 x 25 mm long socket head cap screw loose on the middle of my wasteboard. It must come from our Shapeoko 3 XL (with the conventional Z-Axis belt drive) but I can’t figure out where it is missing…

Anyone have an idea? Otherwise I’ll presume I am facing a spontaneus generation of screws, depending on the frequency of such apparition, it might be profitable!

Found it : It is for the belt tensioner. I used the BOM here : B.O.M. - ShapeOko.

Providing that BOM is very usefull, thanks Carbide 3d!

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However, I can’t figure out how it became loose…

Always check it before beginning a cut per:

putting a bit of threadlock on it may help.

I always tighten the belt and lock it in place and back the tightener bolt off and lock it.

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