Axial Thrust Bearing

The axial thrust bearing has three components. Two end caps and an inner bearing assembly.

Assemble the axial thrust bearing into the pillow_block as shown

Make sure that the thrust bearing is fully inserted into the printed part. The top ring of the thrust bearing should be flush with the top of the pillow_block.

If desired, you may add a drop of light oil to the inner bearing assembly of the thrust bearing

Install the lead screw coupler on to the exposed shaft of the NEMA17 motor. Use the smallest hole in the coupler for the stepper motor.

Apply downward pressure to the top of the lead screw coupler whilst tightening the marked screw

Tighten the marked M3 screw to secure the lead screw coupler to the motor shaft