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Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Re: need some gear boxes for twin screws

Posted by Doug Fortune
on 2001-10-26 08:56:32 UTC
carlcnc@... wrote:
>
> I have considered that but need to make sure any backlash is the
> same in both boxes. These will be driving twin screws on a gantry.
>
> Carl
>

I am a great fan of twin X screws in gantry designs. For all the
complication involved, I'd suggest instead going with dual motors
instead of a single motor driving a jackshaft.

My 2 cents, because I've been there....

Doug Fortune
http://www.cncKITS.com

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