Step 11: Gantry Bottom Support

To support the gantry, the underside and the top of the gantry will need support to pull the sides around the x-axis. A wide board at a length more than the x-axis rail support piece plus the bearings and angle offset will be needed. In my case, I used two 4" boards since I have limited resources to cut the boards.

Quick Steps

1. Cut the boards to the length measured after testing the gantry sides assembly. This includes the two gantry sides, bearings, and the x-axis rail support piece with the aluminum angle rails.
2. Cut the board(s) to the proper length.
3. Make the connection to the gantry sides.

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