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Thanks Rodm Seafurymike and NastySpill.You have all been very helpfull.
I will post some pictures just as soon as i learn how to.I am still learning
how to use this Forum. Jimmy

Hi Guys,Thanks for all your help,but i'm still not sure. I'm looking at
16 mm Ballscrews RM1605 or RM1610 also
425oz-in Nemo 23 Stepper Motors and 3 AXIS Stepper Motor Driver
TB6560 Board...

Thanks Ch4is Much appreciated.I'll take your advice on the motors.:2tsup:

Hi Rodm and all cnc Guys.I'm about to order my ballscrews and Stepper Motors.I've built the Base and Gantry from 20mm ply. the X axis is 900mm. Z axis is 600mm
Y 300.
I'm just not sure what size...

Thanks again Rod. I got onto the china site you recommended, and i've ordered my linear bearings.That's a good site.I'll keep in touch with my progress.
Regards Jimmy:)

Thanks Rodm And JohnH.Just one Question Rod.What is the difference between a ball screw and a lead screw? and which is best?
Theres a storm brewing at the moment Rod but otherwise the weather is...

Hi Folks,I'm back.I've Started building my first cnc machine. I've built the base and gantry.Just a small one, approx 950mm x 600mm.in 20mm Ply.Can someone tell me where i can buy linear bearings and...

Thank's Rod Michael & Daniel.
I'm not sure what way i'll go,probably timber to start with.I appreciate all your help and will keep you posted. Cheer's Jimmy :rolleyes:

Hi all,
My name is Jimmy.I'm a carpenter.I'm building archtop mandolins and hopefully
other stringed instruments.The carving process is very slow so i've been thinking about
building a cnc machine...