Originally Posted by MrBean I, like many others on here, have been looking for a cheap linear guide system. So far the pipe and skate bearing combo looks about the most reasonable "cheap" system. I'm working on a design, based along the lines of the pipe and skate bearing combo. Still a little way to go with it, but it's looking good so far.
Regards Terry..... |
The skate bearing idea can be quite cheap if you watch E-bay too.. i just bought 100 bearings for about $28 w/ shipping. Not bad, as i will give me plenty to play with for possible future designs as well as robotics usage.
Now I just need to locate a source for the pipe, and check prices on it..
the MDF looks like it will be about $22 for a 4X8 sheet.
Looking for info on drilling & tapping holes in MDF though, if anyone can help. I will also post this question as its own topic.
Eddie