Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Stiffness and Rails

Why would you use a system with supports only at one end? There is obviously
a reason behind it, I can't seem to figure it out though. Could someone give
me an example where they've only used one support?

Thanks,
John H.

> gentlemen,
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> Recent comments have piqued my curiosity re. the stiffness of various rail
> systems. Let us say the rails are of adequate diameter or cross section

in

> the 3 axis; to what are these (x & y in particular ) rails mounted? I

have

> seen no mention in the list of the foundations or benches if you will,

used

> on such machines and not having any firsthand experience with them I

wonder?

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