Cutting a key for an Atlas lead screw

[Pops]

Would like to as soon as I figure out how to post photos.

 

[caveBob]

Someone asked how I cut the long key in my new lead screw I made here it is..

Where did you source the acme stock? Curious, and thanks...

 

[iron man]

Where did you source the acme stock? Curious, and thanks...

I believe I got it from Roton I will check and make sure that was correct McMaster Carr has it but I think it was more expensive. Ray

Here it is.

http://www.roton.com/Mating_Components.aspx?family=7059433


Here was another thread about it.

http://www.hobby-machinist.com/showthread.php?t=18061

 

[caveBob]

Very nice job Ray, thanks for the info and linkies! It's on my list too, so appreciate the info...

 

[iron man]

Very nice job Ray, thanks for the info and linkies! It's on my list too, so appreciate the info...

Your welcome anytime Bob..