Climax LM5200 Operating Manual page 32

Do I need any additional components to shorten my bed? Yes, you will need to purchase a
shorter ballscrew assembly that is the correct length. You may use a ballscrew shorter than the
bed as long as one of the ballscrew ends is mounted at the end of the bed, but you cannot use
a ballscrew longer than the bed.
How do I lengthen my bed? Contact Climax to purchase a bed lengthening kit and a longer
ballscrew if necessary. Be sure to let us know if you will need the additional length in Gantry
configuration as well. Detailed bed lengthening instructions are available.
Will the machine clear the bed while overhead milling? The LM5200 will clear the machine
in overhead milling right out of the box. The LM6200 will clear with limited travel in the Z-axis
over the bed. Purchase the 5" (127 mm) riser to achieve full travel in overhead configuration.
Can I power down feed with the milling head? Yes, with the #40 taper and #50 taper
spindles you can use the same feed motor as the X and Y-axes with the addition of the Z-axis
feed adapter. Power down feed is not currently available with the HSK spindle for the LM5200.
Can my LM6000 be converted to gantry? By using two LM6000 bed assemblies a gantry
configuration may be possible. The ballscrew would need to be disconnected and the gibs
loosened on one of the bed assemblies. Testing would need to be done to verify performance.
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