Re: all-thread question

I'd just like to say thanks for everyone who is responding to my
question. It's nice to know I'll be able to get quality opinions and
answers as my project progresses.

--- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@y..., "n4onl" <umrk@b...> wrote:
> --- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@y..., "starcast82" <rh@g...> wrote:
> > I'm going to start building my first cnc table and I'm trying to
do
> > it cheaply to start out. It is more a learning process at this
> point
> > and figuring out how to get it all to work and how hard it is to
go
> > from AutoCad to the CNC. After I get to that point I figure I can
> > upgrade to better parts. After looking up the prices on Ball
screws
> I
> > am planning on using all-thread attached to a stepper motor for
the
> > motion control. Will this be an acceptable and usable alternative
> or
> > am I wasting my time ? Thanks for the help.
>
> Acme threaded rod is currently on sale at Enco for...
> 1/2x10 $3.49 3' $6.99 6'
> through
> 1 1/2x4 $23.99 3' $36.79 6'
>
> Search for " Acme Rod " to see the sales prices.
> http://www.useenco.com
>
> I purchased some for my CNC router project and it should be more
than
> good enough for your prototype CNC Table.
>
> mike