Basics on ball screws. NSK GUIDE

[countryguy]

This was a great read as a newb learning cnc, accuracy concepts, and what can be achieved!
http://www.nskamericas.com/cps/rde/xbcr/na_en/Ball_Screw_Tutorial.pdf

 

[woodrowm]

Very interesting, thanks for the post.

Woodrow

 

[countryguy]

Updated w/ ground -vs- Rolled : Basics on ball screws. NSK GUIDE

Besides the original guide which is great, I have this article to add:
http://www.designworldonline.com/precision-ballscrew-threads-rolled-versus-ground/#_

Interesting data and a good review of the concepts for both types and some of the standards for accuracy. Have a great day all
CGout.