Re: Rack and pinion

--- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com, "dex367" <dexlabboy@l...>
wrote:

> > > I am starting a design of a system with a x axis using a rack

and pinion. What amount of back lash would I expect using this type
of system?

> I need 98 inches of travel to cut wood. I have seen other people

use

> the rack and pinion. I believe it would make traversing w/o

cutting

> faster than a screw. I am also worried about a screw wobbleing at
> higher speeds.
>
> Dex

Hi Dex,
Go for rack and pinion, preload with wire and weight to minimize the
backlash.

Bengt