Re: Lead screws and mill dust

Hello,
I haven't actullay tried this but I have thought that old bicycle
ininnertubes would work well.
Good luck,
Paul

>
> I'm posting this in serceral groups
> Looking for ideas here.
> What can I use to help keep lead screws free from mill shavings?
> My table is 14" by 8". I'll be milling mostly circuit boards.
> I bought 7 ½ in by 12 in bellows (rubber material, not was I

expecting)

> and been trying to figure out to make them work with no luck. They

sag

> to much.
> I planned to use vacuum near the point of the bit during milling and
> maybe I can get by without the bellows.
> Maybe some of you will tell me what works for you
> thanks
> bill
>