Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Re: Ballscrews/linear drive

Now that I know the rest of the details, I can see why using acme screws wouldn't suit the application.
Sounds like what your really need is a door mechanism that will both slide OR pivot.

I wonder....there just might be something like that available in one of my woodworking catalogs..if I see something like that I'll let you know.


Smoke

>No, because this will be two doors pressed together in the center.
>How
>would I tilt the doors? And worst case, in smoke and fire I want this
>to be intuitive to open. Too bad, as Acme screws are much cheaper
>than
>ballscrews. I had thought about this, too, even considered having a
>lever that you'd lift to tilt the nut.
>
>Steve
>

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