Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] printer parts

cadcamcenter@... wrote:

> Hi,
>
> Anyone has experience using parts other than motors salvaged from
> printers. I am refering to the guide shafts. Do they have roundness
> and straightness sufficient to satisfy the requirements of cnc
> machines?

The better grade of printers and plotters use hardened and ground shafting,
which is QUITE round and straight. Some of them may be worn to the
point they are no loger as round as they were when new. I have used
many of these for various projects, and also use them for alignment
rods when setting up things on the lathe, etc.

Jon