Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Leadscrew formulas and general stuff

Ian wrote:

> I am triing to post again(Yahoo Gremlins), I posted this yesterday
> and it never made it.
>
> Is there a consensus on the formulas for converting force in oz-in to
> force in pounds for a leadscrew?
>

Ian, it is a matter of physics rather than consensus....
but I think this site is what you are looking for:

http://www.ptdesign.com/designBasics/BasicEng.pdf


Les

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