Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Ball screw conversion for Grizzly Mini Mill

Here are a couple of web sites to look at.

http://www.geocities.com/afogassa/2.html

He used 16mm x 5mm zero backlash ballscrews on all 3 axis. email him for
more info


http://plsntcov.8m.com/grizzley.html

This one is only 2 axis CNC


Bert

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Sent: Tuesday, October 09, 2001 1:46 PM
Subject: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Ball screw conversion for Grizzly Mini Mill


> Anyone done Ball screw conversions on A Grizzly/HF Mini Mill? What
> sizes should one consider when doing. I'm new in this arena and
> looking for good advice. I intend to convet my Mill into CNC and
> first want to replace the poorly designed lead screws with Ball
> screws. I just don't know what dia. or threading to consider. I know
> I would prefer it to be in inches rather than metric, but will take
> the latter if needed. I plan on doing all three axis, plus add a 4th
> for a rotory table. It's going to be a fun and exciting project. But
> for now I need to get all the information I can before embarking on
> any modifications.
>
> Again thanks for your help.
>
> Shawn
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