RE: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Long X axis Method of travel.

Hi Bob,
What problems can give lead screw down the center under the table?
Please explain.
Peja

-----Original Message-----
From: Robert Campbell [mailto:bob@...]
Sent: Thursday, November 13, 2003 4:44 PM
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Subject: Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Long X axis Method of travel.


Dex,

Rack and Pinion driven from both sides seems to be popular.

A lead screw down the center under the table can give you problems if it is
not designed properly.

I have some new 639 oz/in stepper motors for sale that may be of interest.

Bob Campbell
http://www.campbelldesigns.com
Breakout Boards
VisualMill 5.0 basic

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Sent: Thursday, November 13, 2003 7:17 AM
Subject: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Long X axis Method of travel.


> I am in the preliminary process of designing a 4 axis machine using
> open loop stepper motors and a PC. It will be used to route wood. The
> X axis needs to be 96 inches long. That about 2.4 meters.
>
> What would be a good method to drive this long lenght?
>
> 1. Tooth Belt Drive
> 2. Rack and Pinion
> 3. Lead Screw
> 4. Other?
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