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New FeatureScript: Self-Reversing Screw (Level-Wind Screw)

cluny
cluny Member Posts: 5 ✭
edited November 3 in FeatureScript

My first custom feature on Onshape! I always turn to generators like Thread Creator when designing things with screws, but I couldn't find one for a quick and easy level-wind screw.

These things are popular for spool winders but they're also a neat way to get more out of a rotational axis. Most linear actuators use bidirectional rotation. Here you get bidirectional translation for 50% off!

Generates a new shaft or cuts into an existing cylindrical solid. You can specify your desired length, diameter, total travel, etc…

Document linked here: https://cad.onshape.com/documents/bf2c8110f76d937bc9a6d3cd/w/25aaccc3d5c11df0a4826293/e/c6402024ae193a4aae7f2387

Self-Reversing Screw - Demo 2 - Parameter comparis-screenshot.png

Feedback is most welcome.

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