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Purpose of washer in LaserCut extruder

Posted by tbenst 
Purpose of washer in LaserCut extruder
March 07, 2009 05:20PM
Hi, I'm using BitsfromBytes parts and following the directions at [reprap.org] to build my extruder--electronic systems are fully operational grinning smiley. Step 5 instructs me to place a washer in between the M8 x 80 and the Reaction plate. Does anyone understand the reasoning behind this? It only seems to increase the rotational friction rather than have an actual function..
Re: Purpose of washer in LaserCut extruder
March 07, 2009 05:27PM
Ah, I think I understand now. The washer acts as a bearing for the bolt.
Re: Purpose of washer in LaserCut extruder
March 09, 2009 04:22AM
Yep that's correct to stops the bolt pushing back into the Acrylic


Ian
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