Lead screw Project

I've been working on a new leadscrew design project. The purpose is to have zero backlash, zero endplay, and zero machining for a home built CNC router type of machine. This kit is designed to be installed on a CNC machine using hand tools such as a drill, file, and Allen wrenches. Desired length is adjusted by simply sawing the leadscrew to the needed length and deburring the end.

Here are some pictures that show the concept. Comments and reactions are sought, here or in private at imserv at imsrv.com


Photo assembled:

http://www.imsrv.com/images/304200_Nomach-large.jpg

Drawing:

http://www.imsrv.com/images/304200_Nomach-DRG.jpg

This is a 1/2-10 acme thread with dual thrust bearings, a flex coupling, and a threaded shaft clamp. The thrust bearing preload is adjusted and held between the flex coupling and the shaft clamp. The coupling has a 1/2 bore to mount directly onto the lead screw without any machining. The driver bracket clears the end bracket on the top and bottom so the travel between the motor mount bracket and the end bracket is shortened only by the length of the lead nut.

Available in 1 start or 5 start threads. Starts under $100 without motor.

Fred Smith - IMService
http://www.imsrv.com