I would like to better understand how to go about specifying machining requirements to a machinist for my ball screws. I will be purchasing my ball screws new and need to have both the end blocks and motor ends machined.
I already have my end blocks and ball nuts. I will be using a 1" 0.5" lead ball screw.
Are the ball screws essentially machined on one end the same diameter as my motor shaft with a flat for a coupler?
On the end block side, is this machined with a taper to match the block and threads?
I have not yet selected my motors, any suggestions on motor size? This is for a 4x4 table doing woodworking.
I'm in the Kansas City area, if anyone can suggest a machinist who is familiar with this process.
Thanks
Kevin