The diagram below is an exploded view of the various components that go into an ACME screw-driven axis built with CNC Router Parts components. We have listed vendors and part numbers for components from other online vendors, along with the parts you can buy from our store. With this setup, you can get a complete, fully-supported axis that has been proven to work in dozens of machines.
Note: the drawing above shows
only the elements for the combined thrust/radial bearing, which should
be mounted near the motor end of the extrusion. You will need one more fixed radial bearing (or low profile bearing) for your axis, which is noted in the parts list below.
1.
Shaft Coupler. MSC
87856480
Qty 1. Required if using part 6, below.
2. 1/2" ACME Screw -- any pitch.
McMaster
Carr.
98940A901, 98940A629, 98940A623, 98940A627. Qty
1
3-4. 1/2" Needle Thrust Bearing and Washers. Now available from CNC Router Parts.
Online Store
Qty 2 sets
5. CNCRouterParts Bearing Block, complete with radial bearing.
Online Store
Qty
2
6. 1/2" Drill Rod (optional, but helpful to maximize useable
screw length). You cut to length. MSC
06010326
Enco
409-0029
Qty 1
7. CNCRouterParts Zero Backlash Helical Coupler.
Online Store.
Qty 1
8. CNCRouterParts ACME anti-backlash nut.
Make sure to
match pitch with screw pitch.
Online Store
Qty 1
9. 1/2" Shaft Collar. Now available from CNC Router Parts
Online Store Qty 1, or 2 if coupler and drill rod are not used
10. CNCRouterParts NEMA 23 motor mount.
Online Store
Qty 1
11. 8020 1530 series aluminum extrusion. See
8020 to order.
