STXL FW8-G observation

Discussion in 'Filter Wheels' started by Martin Pugh, Nov 30, 2016.

  1. Martin Pugh

    Martin Pugh Cyanogen Customer

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    Doug

    I received a whole new batch of filters yesterday for the STXL16200 and installed them today.

    Using the rubber O-ring together with the housing for the screw results in the screw sitting too high in the carousel meaning the carousel belt catches the top of the screw - significantly.

    I removed all of the o-rings and replaced them with flat washers that I had but even after tightening those screws way beyond that I normally would, the belt still catches. It is not preventing the carousel from rotating but it cant be good.

    Martin
     
  2. Doug

    Doug Staff Member

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    I'm not picturing what you are saying. The filter hold-downs are on top of the wheel. The belt runs underneath. How are they hitting?
     
  3. Martin Pugh

    Martin Pugh Cyanogen Customer

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    The belt runs above the carousel Doug, not underneath.
     
  4. Doug

    Doug Staff Member

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    Oh right, I'm thinking of the STT version. The Berg belts are very robust and won't be affected by a tiny bit of rubbing. They're designed to go 376 feet per minute and pull 12 pounds, and accommodate twists and turns. We're really not stressing them at all.
     

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