Greetings everyone,
For my first post to this great site/forum I would like to ask if anyone has extended the Z axis on the their Taig mill.
I have a 5 axis system with a trunnion table that has a rotary table in the center. Very cool setup, see this youtube video for reference:
[nomedia="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w0-tXDEvAqg"]YouTube- New CNC Trunnion Table can be 4th or 5th Axis made by HTS[/nomedia]
My research to-date has indicated their are 2 ways to do this..
- manually move the spindle higher on the existing mounts. Pros: somewhat easy and free. Cons: I have to move the spindle depending on whether or not I'm using the trunnion/rotary table = hassle
- actually extend the Z column, buy a longer ball screw, and literally rebuild the Z axis so it has a longer movement path. Pros: Do it once, longer Z axis. Cons: Expensive and I don't have the expertise.
I've talked with the folks @ Taig and Paul @ Deepgroove1 (whom is great to do busiiness with) so far.
Anyone have recommendations or additional thoughts?
Thanks,
Brett