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MGN linear rails

Discussion in 'Concepts and Ideas' started by gonzapa1, Sep 8, 2023.

  1. gonzapa1

    gonzapa1 New
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    I am trying replace the wheels for linear rails in my c-beam gantry but the holes on my XL plate do not match with the MGN12h block for a direct fit

    Is there a bracket part avail to be able to mount them at 90 degrees as shown in the pic?

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  2. Mark Carew

    Mark Carew OpenBuilds Team
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    You could try these aluminum L brackets but you may need to drill out your own holes for the linear bearings
     
  3. gonzapa1

    gonzapa1 New
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    I Looked at those but they are too small . I would need something that is at least 2 inches to attach to the C-beam side
     
  4. Giarc

    Giarc OpenBuilds Team
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    Commonly available extruded aluminum angle worked for me. You can easily cut it with a chop saw to length and us a printed patter for the holes if using a drill press. I believe mine was 3/16 inch thick, 2"x3". I used the corresponding OpenBuilds plate for the hole pattern for one angle leg (3") and the hole pattern for the MGN15 blocks for the 2" leg of the angled piece.
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    I just machined the angle pieces using a jig. But I had an existing CNC machine which makes things a bit easier.

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