Originally Posted by
jcdammeyer
So buy over designing, I've actually created a larger problem. As I see it I have two options. The first is to just go to belts. The second is to turn a coupler that allows the lead screw to move relative to my thrust bearings. Or at least so the drive porition doesn't introduce wiggle.
Keep tuned.
It always sucks when a plan doesn't work out.... I know this from experience. lol
What about just cutting off your machined end and grabbing some dumpsterCNC adapters or lovejoy couplers? maybe you can get the screw straight enough to salvage that way?
Or, is your screw long enough to cut that bit off and re turn it on the lathe?
I am running mine with no thrust bearings at the moment, but am rebuilding my gantry and plan to just use normal bearings as thrust bearings. They will be attached to the acme with locktite(lol) and pressed into the gantry and again, secured with some sort of adhesive.
BTW: Nice table
JGRO Complete - G540, 380oz Nema23s, 1/2-10 ACME, 30"x14", Craftsman router
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