Coupling
CNC Couplings
| Link | From | Size (ID-ID) | Approximate Cost | Tech | Additional notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| [1] Paoparts | France | 5 to 8 mm | 10,95 € | helical | - |
| [2] Paoparts | France | 5 to 8 mm | 9,10 € | spider | - |
| [3] Technobots | UK | 3-6 to 3-6 mm | - | inline | - |
Polymer Couplings
In several cases a sort of plastic tube have been used as a coupling between the motor shaft and the threaded rod.
from RepRapPro_Mendel_z_axis_assembly
- aquarium tubing
- silicone tubing 4mm inner diam. - 6mm outer diam.
- polyurethane tubing
- pvc
- heatshrink tubing 3:1 ratio (12mm to 4mm) with adhesive
- vinyl end cap from hobby rc cars 4mm inner diam. - 10mm outer diam. - 22mm long
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As mentioned in this thread : http://forums.reprap.org/read.php?283,151801,151801
