6m X axis Rack and pinion or belt drive?

[Montegoman]

Hi

I just wondered if anyone else has used a tractor type "pinion" on a belt rack?
The small belt is double sided and is quite wide but the belt rack needs to be even wider, this allows for clamping it to the frame.
The belt rack can be any length you like.
I have found that there is no backlash as the tractor is totally engaged with the toothed pulley and the belt rack at the same time.
This type of setup will move a lot of weight, quite quickly if you want it to.
Try to design the frame and the rack so that the belt rack is facing downwards, this helps to keep it clear of waste materials.
However that is not easy to do.

I hope this helps to someone.
I can forward the suppliers name and address if required.

regards
Montegoman