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Not quite what is meant by dual belts. The dual/double belt system refers to two belts facing into each other with the teeth interlocking to...
Not sure how you would finish the end of the bells. If I was doing it, I would probably start with a uniform diameter block, gripped entirely at...
Somewhere here on the forum there is a discussion about how to brace a longer lead screw to keep it from whipping. First though I would probably...
Suitably durable for a hobby grade machine. Please let us know how it works out :thumbsup:
We’ll as 1 and 3 won’t work with a CNC router, by default number 2 wins. Routers push back as they move through the workpiece which would compress...
I can't answer most of your questions but this one is fairly simple. Wiring color varies with every manufacturer but color is only really...
If I was building such a system I would probably go with an HTD (3mm) x 15mm belt as it nests better within itself in a dual belt configuration. A...
Chain drives have been known to have wear issues which leads to accuracy issues. Doable if you keep ahead of it but the main problem you'll have...
Compelling reason #1: AC routers don't run off DC power supplies Compelling reason #2: Electrocution. The insulated jacket covers and protects...
Celebrating 10 years on the forum. :)
To specifically answer your question, if you go back to the oldest OpenBuilds videos, you'll see a requirement for sanding the ends of the lead...
Theoretically you’ll be off .35mm and I say theoretically because the end plates may not be all that accurate. You can make up half with 1/8”...
I watched the video. Move the motor up and take the slack out of the belt.
The issue here is belt stretch. The examples you have shown help reduce the probability of jumping teeth but don’t do anything about belt stretch....
As David notes, there are a number of YouTube videos on the subject, many of which are simpler. No matter which you go with though, always park...
You really don't need to adapt the existing kit as the 1515 has most of the parts you need. All you really need to is replace existing parts with...
Looks very promising.
You might look into constant force springs. You don't have the additional inertia of the counterweight to overcome.
What do you mean by 2x2? Using lumber? Tubing? What.
Best suggestion would be to build it upside down to where the jet is shooting away from machine rather than into the middle of it. And what I mean...
