3 Axis CNC router

[JoeHarris]

Thanks both for the advice, I will update and post again!
Are you sure about removing the y axis profile under the bed i thought this would stiffen up the y axis without putting extra strain on the screws? The 100mm dim on the z axis is from the bottom of the z axis mount to the top of 18mm mdf / alu plate bed btw...
Joe

[JAZZCNC]

Are you sure about removing the y axis profile under the bed i thought this would stiffen up the y axis without putting extra strain on the screws?

Yep it doesn't really add much stength other than supporting the sides which dont need it because the screws do that. The savings in both money and weight out way the little it if any does add.

The 100mm dim on the z axis is from the bottom of the z axis mount to the top of 18mm mdf / alu plate bed btw...
Joe

Yep thats what I thought but still not a great deal of clearence and I think you'll find there'll be a day not long into it's life when you'd wished you'd made it higher because you can't fit material and tool in the space.? Obviously only you know the main use so can judge better but it does or will limit it's potential.!! Another 50mm won't weaken the machine and will make machine far more versatile IMO.