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Unread 16-01-2013, 17:04
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Re: tapping CIM axles?

R33
The integral mechanical and electrical system of any motor may not be modified. Motors, servos, and electric solenoids used on the ROBOT shall not be modified in any way, except as follows:
A. The mounting brackets and/or output shaft/interface may be modified to facilitate the physical connection of the motor to the ROBOT and actuated part.

However, the bearings on a CIM don't like side loads at all. They are only bronze sleeve bearings.
Also, are you drilling and tapping across the shaft or down the center of the shaft?
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