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[[Category:In_Progress|MendelMax]]
[[Category:In_Progress|MendelMax]]
Discussions about the [[Workshop/3D_Printer]] for the space resulted in the conclusion that for maximum durability we should build a Mendel Max.


== Current Status ==
== Current Status ==
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* Glass Bed to replace mirror ((for better heat distribution)James R is looking into cutting and shaping some)
* Glass Bed to replace mirror ((for better heat distribution)James R is looking into cutting and shaping some)


== Suppliers ==
== Shopping List ==


* Martyn R for printed parts. (Printing in progress)
(Confirm with Directors before ordering)
* [http://www.misumi-europe.com Misumi] for aluminium extrusions (collected from Bob C 2012-08-18).
* Metal Supermarket (smooth rod)
* Zapp Automation ([http://www.zappautomation.co.uk/stepper-motors-nema-stepper-motors-c-9_159_43.html steppers])
 
== Shopping List ==


* Structure
* Structure
(Confirm with Directors before ordering)


* Mechanical
* Mechanical
** 5*NEMA 17 bipolar/hybrid stepper motors (Torque >=13.7 N-cm/1400 g-cm/19.4 oz-in, 5mm shaft).
** 5*NEMA 17 bipolar/hybrid stepper motors.


* Electronics
* Electronics


== Suppliers ==
* Martyn R for printed parts. (Printing in progress)
* [http://www.misumi-europe.com Misumi] for aluminium extrusions (collected from Bob C 2012-08-18).
* Metal Supermarket (smooth rod)
* Zapp Automation ([http://www.zappautomation.co.uk/stepper-motors-nema-stepper-motors-c-9_159_43.html steppers])




[[Category:Tools_and_Equipment]]
[[Category:Tools_and_Equipment]]
[[Category:Projects]]
[[Category:Projects]]

Revision as of 11:23, 3 September 2017


Current Status

Please consult with Directors before ordering/purchasing any parts.

The Space MendelMax currently requires :

  • Possibly some more LM8UU bearings
  • An enclosure for printing ABS
  • Glass Bed to replace mirror ((for better heat distribution)James R is looking into cutting and shaping some)

Shopping List

(Confirm with Directors before ordering)

  • Structure
  • Mechanical
    • 5*NEMA 17 bipolar/hybrid stepper motors.
  • Electronics

Suppliers

  • Martyn R for printed parts. (Printing in progress)
  • Misumi for aluminium extrusions (collected from Bob C 2012-08-18).
  • Metal Supermarket (smooth rod)
  • Zapp Automation (steppers)