Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] X-Y Table, Rotary Table for CNC INFO

Larry,
Actually I think the idea of a small robust cnc stage rigidly bolted
to a larger manual machine tool (using its inherent rigidity) is rather
a good idea!

Les

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----- Original Message -----
From: "Larry Braden" <lbraden@...>
To: <CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Tuesday, January 14, 2003 8:59 PM
Subject: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] X-Y Table, Rotary Table for CNC INFO


> Hello Gang,
>
> Seems to me that a small CNC X-Y and rotary table setup could be plopped
> down right on the table of a mill rather than doing a conversion on the
> mill itself. While the attention given to leadscrew issues and
> electronics is important, right now I'm greatly interested in whether it
> would be economical to build precision tables for CNC and would
> appreciate hearing of any websites or publications that deal with design
> and construction issues with tables, bearings, guides, etc.used in CNC
> setups.
>
> I have looked at the linear motion catalogs of the major vendors, and
> have a clue as to the design issues involved. I'm more interested in
> info that could be used with adequate tools and skills in the home or
> small business shop. A $23,000 HAAS rotary table is a bit out of my
> league. :)
>
>
> Thanks,
>
> Larry Braden
> Catonsville, MD
>
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