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Square spindle on a LEAD machine

Discussion in 'CNC Mills/Routers' started by Valter Benvegnu, Feb 27, 2020.

  1. Valter Benvegnu

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    Has anyone installed a square 1.5kw spindle on the LEAD machine instead of the classical round spindle+clamp support ? I was wondering if anyone has already an idea about the mounting plate details.
    Thanks for help.
    Valter
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  2. Josh B

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    Did you come up with a good mounting method?
     
  3. Giarc

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    Looks like a simple pate with holes for the spindle and holes that will line up with the z gantry plate would be a quick make out of aluminum.
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    Or just drill new holes in the z gantry plate.
     
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    Although, The outer measurements will be pretty tight with the wheel mounting holes. Yje more I look, the more I believe you will need a custom plate to mount to the above plate so you can still access the 5mm screws that are used as wheel axles.
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  5. Josh B

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    I figured a custom plate was needed but hoped to find something already made. I've got some 3/8" 6061 on the way.
     

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