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Best way to extend the V-slot beyond 1.5M length

Discussion in 'Concepts and Ideas' started by KokomoJoe, Apr 26, 2021.

  1. KokomoJoe

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    I'm considering to build a slab flattening rig using V-slots. If you don't know what slab flattening rig, think of it as a human powered CNC router. The router rides in a bridge that spans two side rails. Typically everything is made from wood. The goal is to be able to flatten wood slabs that are 30" x 96" (~2.5m) and then break down the gear for storage. The 30" is not a problem. It looks like I would have to join to 1.5m pieces to get my desired length. My main ideas so far is to use side plates to secure the sections of v-slot and a plate on the bottom to register the the bottom face.

    Has anyone else created a gantry using v-slots longer than the stock lengths? If so how did you join the rails? did it work?

    I'm sure someone has already tackled this problem.
     
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