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Converting Laser To Larger Bed

msheffield

Converting Laser To Larger Bed
September 06, 2021 11:14AM

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I have a Chinese laser with a bed size of 47.2 x 35.4 inches. Has anyone ever converted one of this size over to a full 4'x8' bed size? What are some concern areas that I should be looking at?

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VDX

Re: Converting Laser To Larger Bed
September 06, 2021 01:30PM

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... if it's "mechanically sound", then any size would be OK -- I'm driving axes with up to 4m travelling range (but not for lasers) with Marlin smoking smiley

Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 09/06/2021 01:30PM by VDX.

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msheffield

Re: Converting Laser To Larger Bed
September 06, 2021 08:36PM

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You think the belt drive would still be good and accurate over that length?

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VDX

Re: Converting Laser To Larger Bed
September 07, 2021 12:56AM

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... my "4m-axes" were too belt driven (it's the X-axis of a 5-basin ultrasound-cleaner) - had to reduce the acceleration accordingly -- but if you want better rigidity and acceleration for longer ranges, then maybe better with a rack ...

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