Originally Posted by
tahustvedt
The table is looking great, but I think you will need two ball screws to avoid racking since the X bearings are so close together.
Are you planning to support the bottom of the X axis stepper/ball screw plate? It will flex if it's not supported.
I agree with tahustvedt, when the screw pushes against the gantry, there is nothing to counter the force! You need to add triangle gusset's on each end plate!
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