In another thread I asked about electronic compatibility between the linear glass scale encoders from ARC currently being sold at clearance prices and a Sino readout which I have. Thanks to advice on that thread that is sorted out.
I would like to shorten the 500mm encoder I bought. I've had a look around and although there are some who say that it can't be done, there are some videos on YouTube showing successful methods. I also came across a 2010 discussion on HMEM in which someone reported success just cutting through the whole thing, casing and glass together, with a bandsaw. That seems too scary for me!
My current plan is to hold the whole unit (casing and scale) in the 4-jaw on the lathe and have at it with a diamond disc mounted on a toolpost spindle, using the cross slide to advance the cut.
This is just a trawl for any more info, either from direct experience or links to internet sources, before I take the plunge.
Robin.
Edited By Robin Graham on 26/04/2020 23:34:56
Edited By Robin Graham on 26/04/2020 23:36:53