Are lubricants really needed for format adjustments in packaging machines?
This blog covers the advantages of using self-lubricating plastic lead screw nuts over traditional metal lead screw nuts
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Lead Screws and Polymer Nuts for the Packaging Industry: Convert Rotary Motion into Maintenance-free Linear Motion
Leads screws with metal nuts may have been your go-to solution in the past, but opting for high-performance polymers in the future could increase the service life of your application. Learn more here.
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How Does a Slew Ring Work?
Two concentric rings make up the main structure of a slewing bearing. The outer ring usually lies flat against a motionless surface and is screwed into place via evenly spaced mounting holes.
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How to Make a Linear Actuator Move Faster
For screw-driven linear actuators, change the lead screw’s pitch to increase speed. For example, instead of using a standard 10×2 pitch, increase it to 10×5, 10×10 or even 10×50.
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How can I recognize the thread direction of my lead screw?
The thread cutting direction right or left can be easily determined with a visual inspection. In this blog post, learn how you can tell difference.
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