naPS wrote:this seems like a great use for the makerslide. Just curious - I noticed in the video that you posed they are moving large video cameras with their slides, I can understand that, as that type of motion is seen all the time in movies. What is the advantage of doing the same thing with a still camera? Would it just be time lapse stuff?
Cool project idea!
bdring wrote:That looks great, I have been waiting for your submission. I can definitely supply the material. You will be surprised how quite the bearing is. Assuming it is about the same as the Delrin wheels on steel, it is quietest bearing I have ever used. Aluminum tends to dampen noise better than steel too.
bdring wrote:The MakerShip supplies the material, you must pay for shipping, which would be about $15. I would not expect much deflection at 15 pounds. You may find that whole system works better with the rail turned 90 degree. I think it will work as you have drawn it but it will be much stiffer and probably quieter if you turn it.
If you are just interested in material per dollar, just wait until the material is in production. Part of everyones sponsorship covers one time costs. The material will be cheaper after that. Since you are already a sponsor at some level you are in line to get material early.
I think the end user material cost of a 4-5 foot system with the extra do-dads you will need will cost $25 -$30, cut to length and ready to go.
bdring wrote:The material will take a while to get. I will contact you when the material is ready. The MakerShip people will be some of the first to get material
If you need help with custom fabrication for other parts as part of the project, I can sponsor you on that as well.
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