T Slot Aluminum Desk

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Our Aluminum framing is sold exclusively through Bosch Rexroth-authorized distributors, our network of full-service stocking dealers across North America. Every distributor stocks a complete inventory of all common components and employs Aluminum framing product experts to help with design, engineering and applications. T-Slot Blocks Mount these versatile blocks to any flat surface for machine table-style T-slot clamping. They can also be used on a machine table to clamp parts at specific angles or add more total clamping points.

T slot aluminum table saw fenceDeskI was a founder as I wanted to support the game but stopped playing after a few hours as I wanted to let the game mature and flesh out a bit before dedicating too much time and getting frustrated as I knew I would. Now the game seems to be well on track and there seems to be a lot more to do though still very much a work in progress I thought I might stick my oar back in the water.
I wanted to start as I mean to continue so bought an X55 for £119 and an X56 for my son who wants to play for £116, both great deals thankfully as I am always short on cash as I imagine many of us are. I also want a nice hotas mount for my desk and as I have 3D printer I thought I might be able to print some but it just flexes too much no matter what design I try within reason, I dont want something 50mm thick.
Then while using my 3D Printer I thought about how my printer is made with aluminum extrusion, it's fairly cheap and goes together easy so I started designing some mounts. In the process of the design, I did some web searches to see what other might have done and came across the Monstertech Mounts which were for the most part exactly like mine with a few minor exceptions. I was using a cheap chinese push pull clamp for the clamp and I wasn't using a mounting plate for the hotas but instead was using extrusion in place of the mounting plate. Their design looked nicer with the base plate so I decided to replicate it and I liked the Bessey push pull clamp so incorporated that also though it is a large chunck of change.
I could just buy their Mounts and I would if I could afford to, but I need 4 of them for me and my son which works out to over £400 so it's sweat equity over a fat wallet I am afraid.
It works out to less than £48 each so less than half the price. I also used this as a learning tool and designed base plates for several other Hotas models which I can post DXF files for if anyone is interested in having them laser cut or cutting them themselves. I have them for the Warthog Joy Stick and Throttle, the X 55/56 Joystick and Throttle, The x52 Joystick and Throttle, the T1600M FCS Joystick and TWCS Throttle and the CH Products Joystick and Throttle. I could also do any others if supplied with the mounting hole and L x W dimensions of the base.
The price list for 4 mounts works out to
PartSupplierCostQTYTotal CostShipping
40x80L Extrusion 250mm http://www.aluminium-profile.co.uk/acatalog/40x80L-Aluminium-Profile-KJN993130.html£4.724£18.88
40x80L Extrusion 100mm http://www.aluminium-profile.co.uk/acatalog/40x80L-Aluminium-Profile-KJN993130.html£2.344£9.36
D17 Bolt Connectorhttp://www.aluminium-profile.co.uk/cgi-bin/sh001001.cgi?WD=bolt%20d17%20connector&PN=D17-Bolt-Connector-3842535619%2ehtml#SID=12£2.478£19.76
40x80L End Caphttp://www.aluminium-profile.co.uk£1.318£10.48
M5 T Nut (10pk)http://www.aluminium-profile.co.uk£3.002£6.0012.49
M5 X 16MM Socket Countersunk Screws 50 Packhttp://www.screwfix.com/p/socket-countersunk-screws-a2-stainless-steel-m5-x-16mm-50-pack/65156£1.891£1.89collection
Aluminium Plate: 5083 'O' - 4.0 mm - 278mmx 184mmhttp://www.aluminiumwarehouse.co.uk£3.704£14.80
Aluminium Plate: 5083 'O' - 4.0 mm - 278mmx 184mmhttp://www.aluminiumwarehouse.co.uk£3.704£14.80
Aluminium Plate: 5083 'O' - 4.0 mm - 100mm x 160m2http://www.aluminiumwarehouse.co.uk£1.202£2.4012.49
Bessey Push/Pull Toggle Clamp - STC-IHH/25http://www.mytoolshed.co.uk/p1090345/Bessey_STC_Self-Adjusting_Push_Pull_Toggle_Clamp_16mm/product_info.html?utm_source=googleversafeed&vfsku=1090345&gpla=pla&gclid=Cj0KEQjwuZvIBRD-8Z6B2M2Sy68BEiQAtjYS3Nz8KuE_5e12HU7M_IGdAvfwJ7NLMpxLOUOEERhkJk8aAhb98P8HAQ£18.674£74.68Free
Sub Total£158.25
Shipping24.98
Total24.98£189.90£47.48 Each

Advantages of mk Extruded Aluminum Framing & T-Slot Aluminum Extrusions

With mk Aluminum Framing and t-slot aluminum extrusions you can build just about anything you can imagine, whether it be machine bases, safety enclosures, perimeter guards, tool racks, robot stands, carts, workstations, display units or something else.

  • Flexibility
  • Fast assembly
  • Easy reconfiguration
  • Cost and labor savings
  • Superior fit and finish
  • Easy-to-use system components
  • Designed for high load applications
  • High strength to weight ratio
  • Corrosion resistance
  • Re-usability of components

All t-slot extruded aluminum systems are engineered for a precise fit and maximum rigidity. Forget the hassles and inflexibility of steel – the welding, grinding, painting and waiting. mk t-slot aluminum extrusions offer you fast assembly, easy reconfiguration and unlimited flexibility.

Machine GuardThis machine guard features yellow paneling with wire mesh access doors and internal docking stations.
Laboratory Work CenterThis custom work center is constructed out of a variety of mk profiles with wood paneling and work-surfaces.
Custom VST ApplicationA custom VST with timing belt driving auxiliary equipment.
Machine GuardThis machine guard features a separate access location for the control panel of the equipment.
Guard with Panel ClipsThis is an example of a a black PVC mesh panel held in place in the t-slot of the extrusion.
Machine GuardThis is an example of a machine guard in a robotic work cell.
Conveyor with Custom GuardThis is an example of a guard constructed with closed-sided profiles, mounted to a conveyor.
Access DoorThis is an access door in a PVC wire mesh guard around a conveyor.
Machine GuardThis is an example of a machine guard used in an OEM application.
Workcell Guardingmk guarding is used to seperate robotic workcells.
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Workcell with CartsThis guard features integrated carts, which when in place act as part of the guard, but can be removed as needed.
Guard Corner ExampleThis is an example of a guard with clear polycarbonate paneling.
Custom Plate Linear Module LZRThis is a custom linear module featuring foam filled mk extrusion.
Wire Mesh GuardingPVC coated wire mesh paneling mounted into the t-slot of the guard.
T slot aluminum desk
Custom CartThese custom carts are portable and feature different top surfaces.
Conveyor GuardThis conveyor guard feature clear poly-carbonate guarding mounted into the t-slot of the mk extrusion.
Linear Module LZRA mk LZR linear module, with a hollow shaft for motorized operation.
Machine GuardThis machine guard features mk's flat finish profile and clear polycarbonate removable paneling.
Parallel ConnectorThis is an example of a parallel plate holding sections of guards together.
Machine GuardClear polycarbonate paneling is held in place use mk panel clips. This allows the paneling to be removed.
Glide AssembliesThis is a photo of the three glide assemblies for the 50 system.
Shelving and GuardingThis is an example of a shelf within a wire mesh guard.
Door with Lock and Handlemk offers a wide variety of handles and locks for guarding
Hinge on an Unframed PanelSmall door can be supplied unframed, this hinge would be used.
Machine Guard with Pull OutThis guard features pull out draws for product and process access.
Custom WorkstationThis custom workstation features a ball transfer work surface.
Counter Balance WindowThis is an example of a counter balance window constructed out of mk profile and components.
Storage ContainerThis is a custom storage container with an integrated work surface.
Storage LockersThis is an example of custom designed storage lockers, with blue paneling and flat finish profile construction.
Side Gripper Conveyors with VSTTwo side running conveyors are mounted to a VST linear module which is used to vary the spacing between the conveyor belts.
WorkstationA workstation integrated into a conveyor line.
Work Surfacesmk offers a wide variety of surfaces for workstations.
WorkbenchThis is an example of a height adjustable workbench. The height is adjusted manually using mk's telescoping profile.
Door with LockThis is an example of a door constructed out of mk profile with an integrated key lock.
Pneumatic PortSeveral mk profiles can be pressurized and used as a pneumatic beam. This is an example of an outlet port.
Shop CartsThese shop carts feature red closure strip in the t-slot to make them easily identifiable.
Factory ShelvingThis is an example of storage shelving for a factory.

T Slot Extruded Aluminium

Laboratory CartThis is an example of a cart designed for use in a laboratory, constructed using mk flat finish profiles.
Motor Driven VSTMotors can be used to drive mk VST linear modules.
VSTTwo examples of mk linear modules, VST
LZR and ConveyorThe LZR is used in combination with other linear modules to move a fixture mounted above the conveyor.
Custom Linear ModuleThis is an example of a custom linear module mounted in a frame constructed out of mk profiles.

Parco Extruded Aluminum

WorkstationA workstation complete with an overhead light, power strip, draw, shelf and bins.

T-slot Aluminum Extrusion Table

Custom CartThis custom cart features shelves on both sides of an open frame.
Vertical VSTThis VST is used to move fixtures vertically.
Linear Module Elevatormk linear module, LZR, is used in an elevator fashion here to move the platform.
T Slot Aluminum Desk
Custom Show TableThis piece was designed for use at a trade show for the customer.
Linear ModuleA standard LZR linear module

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