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

Robert Campbell wrote:

>Peja,
>
>The problem that I had was with racking of the Gantry. This can be overcome
>by proper design.
>
>For machines 4' by 4' or smaller, I recommend my design using a moving table
>with a fixed (bolted down) bridge.
>
>

The problem with this design is it requires twice the space. No question
that the machine can be made more rigid, and the twisting of the gantry
is avoided. Also, if the bridge doesn't move, you can then make it as
rigid as you want without worrying over the weight.

Jon