Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Gantry topology

If I remember correctly I paid about 35UKP for a 3.5 metre 8mm pitch x
30mm wide belt. The pulleys were about 15UKP each.

A 3.5 metre belt gives about 1.6 metres (roughly 5 feet) travel.

Belting is available on a roll rather than endless. I don't know about
the price though.

Les


John Heritage wrote:

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> ----- Original Message -----
> From: John Heritage
> To: CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Monday, November 08, 2004 10:40 AM
> Subject: Gantry / Servo torque to linear force
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> Thanks for the replies,
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> I read that a 30ft length of rack and pinion would cost around $500. How do HTD belts compare in terms of price and performance?
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> Best wishes,
> John
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