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Lead 1010 High Z Mod question

Discussion in 'CNC Mills/Routers' started by BeeAMaker, May 21, 2022.

  1. BeeAMaker

    BeeAMaker Well-Known
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    Finally getting around to installing the High Z mod on my 1010, however I am not using it to gain Hight, I am adding it to gain stability. I will be cutting the unneeded length off. I know I saw this question come up before but now I can not find it.

    My question is, Any reason I can't keep the X lead screw on the bottom C-Beam vs the top? Some argue that it may be preferred. Also I would not need to extend my wires in the drag chain.

    Thanks -
     
  2. Giarc

    Giarc OpenBuilds Team
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    I believe mine is on the bottom on my lathe, which is basically a lead 1010 high z and with a rotary axis instead of a y axis.
     
  3. Rick 2.0

    Rick 2.0 OpenBuilds Team
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    Powering the bottom rail is definitely the way to go. It results in greater lateral stiffness making for a cleaner cut.
     
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