You can download a free white paper prepared by LNS that discusses the need for a steady rest in greater detail and 10 important factors to consider when selecting a steady rest system:
- Structural Attributes
- Manual vs. Automatic Positioning
- Size
- Lubrication
- Protection Against Contamination
- Application Expertise
- Systems Integration
- Mounting on the Machine
- Linear Ways Considerations
- Safety
For more ways to optimize CNC machine performance contact your nearest LNS representative or call 513-528-5674.