Makita eleks z-mount that never was

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Should we consider utilizing something like this? https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2844105 I have managed to locate the z-axis components he has shared. -https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/61s6w2TkotL._SL1000_.jpg In my opinion, it appears decently enough, assuming the frame can handle the load. -The 100mm z-axis on amazone. https://www.amazon.com/Travel-Length-Linear-Actuator-Sfu1402/dp/B01L6W1GRG/ref=pd_cp_328_2?pd_rd_w=43Kf6&pf_rd_p=ef4dc990-a9ca-4945-ae0b-f8d549198ed6&pf_rd_r=J7RM57HHGE7648A4QBV6&pd_rd_r=5d2659e9-9f2d-4e98-9472-a5baaa104c12&pd_rd_wg=q0kGd&pd_rd_i=B01L6W1GRG&psc=1&refRID=J7RM57HHGE7648A4QBV6 Please note that it features a small NEMA17 only. From my experience, the SFU leadscrews on my build are quite fluid. They have almost no selflocking ability. It would perform better with a NEMA23 and a more powerful motor driver then. Update: There is no adjustment, at least not an easy one. They do not have any eccentric nuts/bolts with this axis. ---- Look for something similar to this eccentric spacer (OpenBuilds) https://openbuildspartstore.com/eccentric-spacer/ https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-itwgldve/images/stencil/608x608/products/97/2626/eccentricspacer_s_w_1__39296.1511017622.jpg?c=2 ----- There is a mount for the Komatsu router (Makita clone) https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3697793 ------ This hypothetical mount combines the Makita RT0700 with the small Eleksmaker z-axis. https://thingiverse-production-new.s3.amazonaws.com/assets/65/0d/9f/de/b4/Makita_eleks_mount_solid.jpg https://thingiverse-production-new.s3.amazonaws.com/assets/30/28/32/37/4b/Makit_eleksmount_lose.jpg I do not have a Makita router, nor an Eleksmaker z-axis. Thus, this will never appear on my desk. Similar to the following: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2801088 (derived the block from the plates) https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2009662 Makita mount for XCarve (the router clamp) https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3365534 500watt spindle mount The small z-axis can be used on small Eleks/Bangood CNC mills or Eleks laser machines. https://www.banggood.com/EleksMaker-EleksZAxis-Adjustable-Z-Axis-Laser-Module-Motor-Holder-DIY-Kit-for-A3-A5-Engraver-p-1177750.html The build tutorial provides many details: https://wiki.eleksmaker.com/doku.php?id=elekszaxis A video on Youtube shows a very similar design. youtube.com/watch?v=kwWVJKVYajM Let me know if it works for you. For small loads, it might be sufficient. I'm skeptical about its stiffness and rigidity due to the heavy weight of the Makita router attached to the front side of the x-rail. There is almost no counterweight on the back of the x-axis. If it interests you, the design can be modified: https://www.tinkercad.com/things/8xbdOSIT0zA-makita-eleksmaker-mount The files include: - The face plate holds the router clamp - The mount block (lose or solid) connects the face plate with z-axis rods It has two versions, choose one from: -a solid -a composed (two plates and a bar, screwed together) requires more screws But it can be printed out easily.