Quote Originally Posted by Jonathan View Post
If moving the ballscrew doesn't comprimise the strength of the axis, then I agree you should try to avoid letting chips collect on them. However, as I mentioned in this build log, it's very easy to just put 15mm rubber shaft seals either side of the ballnut and they'll take care of the chips.
Yes I've tried that before but they only last for short while then chips start getting thru.!!. . . Better if chips don't get there at all or better still do both.!