Re: Shopbot, Rack and Pinion, Ball Screw, Acme precision screw?

--- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com, "dataceph" <logical@g...>
wrote:

> I am going to the Shopbot dog and pony show next week in Durham, NC
> to see what their machine can do.

> Do rack and pinion systems work well?

Shopbots use Rack and pinion with a geared Stepper motor.

> If so, who sells them? I'd
> kind of like to find a site that gives prices so that I can price
> without having to get a quote.

Check McmasterCarr's on-line catalog for a selection of different
rack and pinion. They have prices. page 938.

http://www.mcmaster.com

Fred Smith - IMService