Mill/Drill table power feed

[rock_breaker]

I have an Enco Power Feed on my Enco 105 mill/drill that when used for steel is run at very slow speed; probably 10% or less of the speed control lever throw. My question is would it be better to install a smaller pinion (fewer gear teeth) so the motor runs at a somewhat higher speed? Obviously more teeth on the X axis lead screw would accomplish the same result. There have been no problems with the power feed to date when used. All constructive replies will be appreciated.
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Rock Breaker

 

[T Bredehoft]

Until it fails, I'd leave it alone. If it starts to stall (motor won't turn slowly enough) then it's time to look to fixing it.

 

[Navy Chief]

If it is like most of the power feeds I have seen them there is not a lot of room to go to a smaller pinion, they are pretty small already.

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[C-Bag]

Mine is already a really small pinion that I think is the minimum teeth. The only place I think you can gear it down would be the big gear on the X shaft. Then you would have to space the unit higher. Personally it’s not worth it as it works fine right now.