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10-03-2021 #10
Yes, though it's not 100% complete yet, the mechanicals are done and I've got the motors spinning in the bench but I've not put it all together yet.
Also, I went with these massive 8Nm Nema 34 steppers that a friend donated and the mounts are made are massive so I'm already planning Mk2 !
Yes you can push the nuts forward to gain space and you'll get more space on the underside, but you don't gain any headroom.
Another thought: if you're planning to offset the stepper, on Y you'll need to offset upwards as there's no space to go sideways, you've got maybe 80mm width until you hit the dovetails.
I'm currently modelling a homebrew double nut 1204 solution:
In theory the length will end up being 74-77mm so would need extra space on the Y.
It's not ideal, but it's not too horrific. You'll need to take the nuts apart to clean them after grinding - daunting if you've never done it but there are vids out there and all you need is grease get the balls to stay in place as you load them back in.
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