re:Re: Accuracy of ( was Linear Slide Components

--- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@y..., batwings@i... wrote:
> At 11:25 PM 4/21/02 -0000, you wrote:
> >Tim, if you look a bit closer at the saddle and table you will see
> >plates bolted to the moving element that cover the bottom of the
> >way. These are generally called keeper plates.
>
> Not on Bridgeports. The slides are retained by the overhang of the
V-ways.
> Adjusting the gib for hor play also tightens the vertical play.
>
> On mills with square ways they do have the plates descibed in the
quote.
> Lathes often have them also.