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mondrian
 mondrian
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Steel Ball

I lost the steel ball listed on page 4 of 53 of the E-axis assembly.  Does anyone know the diameter of the ball?  I would like to procure a replacement in America

Posted : 09/03/2020 6:53 pm
vintagepc
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RE: Steel Ball

There should be another one in your spares bag. Look there first...

Posted : 09/03/2020 6:57 pm
mondrian
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Topic starter answered:
RE: Steel Ball

It's a miracle.  After a years or so I found the spare!

Thanks

Posted : 09/03/2020 7:00 pm
rmm200
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RE: Steel Ball

Another poster mentioned the steel ball "rattling" and audible at a distance.

Hard to believe, since if the magnets are installed correctly the ball is under constant tension, and can't move much less rattle.

Posted : 09/03/2020 7:56 pm
Yorick
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RE: Steel Ball

Since I lost mine as well and couldn't locate my spares bag until now; the steel ball is 7 mm in diameter for those who suffered a similar fate.

Posted : 09/12/2020 7:27 pm
cwbullet
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RE: Steel Ball

@yorick

Definely a 7mm stainless steel bearing.  They are often sold for sling shots.  

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Posted : 10/12/2020 4:20 am
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