Description
The C-Beam XY Actuator Kit is a two-axis linear actuator driven by an ACME lead screw. It includes everything you need for the build, and is available in 250mm, 500mm, 1000mm, and 1500mm sizes. In this actuator, the XL gantry carts are used for XY movement. Refer to the knowledgebase tab in the footer for instructions on the assembly.
The kit includes:
Item Name | Qty |
C-Beam Gantry X/Y – XL Bundle | 1 |
C-Beam End Mount Plate | 4 |
688ZZ Ball Bearing (BE-688ZZ) | 4 |
Flexible Coupling-D20L25 6.35x8mm | 2 |
Precision Shim T1x8.1x12mm | 4 |
Shaft Lock Collar | 4 |
M5 Low Profile Screws-20mm | 16 |
M5 Low Profile Screws-55mm | 4 |
Metric Aluminum Spacers – 40mm | 4 |
Anti-Backlash Nut Block Gantry Hardware Pack | 2 |
C-Beam 4080 -250/500/1000/1500mm | 2 |
ACME/Metric 8mm Lead Screw TR8*8-For Cbeam length | 2 |
1000mm and 1500mm also include hardware for tensioning the lead screw
Tools required:
- Allen keys
- 8mm spanner/wrench
Note:
“C-Beam” was coined by Openbuilds. Recommended maximum speed for > 1000mm long 8mm lead screws is 400 RPM.