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Motion Control – Dual Feedback Voice Coil Positioning Stage.

July 19th, 2017

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H2W Technologies Dual Feedback Positioning-Stage

Santa Clarita, CA —– Motion Control – The VCS20-020-CR-01-MC-F3K voice coil positioning stage has dual feedback capability. It can operate either under closed loop position control with force monitoring or closed loop force control with position monitoring. It uses H2W voice coil motor NCC20-18-020-1A to generate a continuous/peak force of 2.0 lbs [8.9 N]/6.0 lbs [26.7 N] with a total stroke length of 2.0 in [50.8 mm]. The 1-micron resolution encoder allows for precise positioning. The 3kg rated force transducer allows for 0.01-3kg of push/pull force feedback control.

It comes supplied with a high accuracy crossed roller bearing. The motor coil is the moving part of the assembly in order to reduce the moving mass of the system. Power is supplied to the motor via a high flex, high reliability flat ribbon cable.

Features:

Ability to close the control loop via position (utilizing the 1-micron resolution encoder) or force (utilizing the 3 kg rated force transducer), and the ability to switch between the two within the motion controller.
High resolution and repeatability
Low moving mass
High reliability
Ability to run in horizontal or vertical orientation

About H2W Technologies, Inc.

H2W Technologies, Inc. is dedicated to the design and manufacture of linear and rotary motion products that are used in the motion control industry. The complete line of linear electric motors includes: Single and dual axis linear steppers, DC brush and brushless linear motors, voice coil actuators, and AC induction motors. Also offered is a complete line of ball screw, lead screw and belt driven positioning stages.

Other motion control products include: Limited angle torque motors for compact, limited angular excursion rotary servo applications, 3 phase brushless rotary servo motors with matching digital servo amplifiers and permanent magnet linear brakes for fail-safe, zero power braking for baggage handling and people moving applications as well as amusement park rides.

With over 75 years combined experience in the linear and rotary motion field, the H2W Technologies team of engineers offers the optimal solution to the most demanding motion control, requirements.

See Article: https://www.h2wtech.com/article/dual-feedback-voice-coil-positioning-stage

See Video at Youtube: https://youtu.be/uuSXKYWAv9k

See Product: https://www.h2wtech.com/product/voice-coil-stages/VCS20-020-CR-01-MC-F3K

For additional information contact Mark Wilson at H2W Technologies, 26380 Ferry Ct, Santa Clarita, CA 91350; Tel: 888-702-0540, Fax: 661-251-2067, E-Mail: info@h2wtech.com or visit the website at http://www.h2wtech.com

Motion Control Application Story – Sound of Light from Intellidrives!

July 12th, 2017

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Optoacoustic tomography (OAT) is a technique for generating high-resolution images of biological tissue that scatters light waves, typically biological tissue..

Image courtesy of Tomowave

Philadelphia, PA, — Motion Control Components and Systems – Application – OAT systems create these images with pulses of dark red light that have a maximum duration of 50 nanoseconds. These pulses heat the tissue and cause it to expand launching ultrasound wave, a phenomenon known scientifically as an optoacoustic effect. This thermo-elastic expansion produces high-frequency acoustic or ultrasonic waves that the imaging scanner detects and uses to create an image with computational methods such as filtered back-projection. OAT is unaffected by the scattering of photons, allowing it to take high-resolution images of deep biological tissue.

OAT also uses techniques such as functional and molecular imaging to identify each absorbing molecule that contributed to the image brightness. OAT uses light of different wavelengths to target various molecules of medical interest, such as hemoglobin, oxyhemoglobin and melanin.

This approach allows OAT to distinguish between molecules in the target tissue with different light absorbing properties, including exogenous contrast agents such as imaging probes to appear distinctly different on optoacoustic images.

Science at Work

Scientists at Tomowave Laboratories use technologies based on light and sound to make imaging systems for the healthcare industry. These technologies use optoacoustic and laser ultrasonic methods to produce modalities such as laser optoacoustic ultrasonic imaging system, which uses pulses of laser light with a dark red color.

Biological tissue absorbs this light, causing it to heat-up by a fraction of one degree. The resulting temperature increase causes an increase in pressure, which generates ultrasonic (optoacoustic) waves. The imaging scanner uses arrays of transducers to measure these ultrasound waves at different locations to generate images of internal tissue of different human and animal organs, such as breast or prostate. These systems listen to the sound of light, allowing doctors to detect and diagnose cancer and other conditions.

Intellidrives Motion Control Components Application - Sound of Light

Images courtesy of Tomowave

Right: Volumetric image of the breast taken from clinical breast imaging system

Left: Section of the breast image showing a tumor and the vasculature being recruited by the tumor

Recently, engineers at Tomowave have developed a system that combines light and sound to generate three-dimensional images of tissue submerged in the imaging module, primarily the tissue of small animals used for research purposes and development of new contrast agents or therapeutic methods.

This optoacoustic tomography system is the first of its kind to produce functional 3D images of biological tissue with equally high resolution in each volumetric direction. The system provides comprehensive information on anatomy and function. These images are especially useful for studying the distribution of blood and its oxygenation level.

Imaging Module

This system’s imaging module uses a 360-degree rotation to generate three-dimensional images.

Image courtesy of Tomowave

Intellidrives Motion Control Components Application - Intellidrive Rotary Table PSR180UT

IntelliDrive- PSR 180UT Ultra Thin Rotary Table

Preclinical research systems rotate the object of study, while the module itself rotates in systems used in clinical settings such as breast imaging systems.

Noninvasive breast imaging systems apply the same technology to produce three-dimensional volumetric optoacoustic images and stack of two-dimensional ultrasonic images, allowing for image co-registration.

These systems produce scans at different wavelengths in minutes with minimal patient discomfort.

Custom software processes the volumetric data according to the specific items of interest, which may include hemoglobin content, oxygen saturation and vasculature visualization.

The imaging system uses a PSR180UT low profile rotary servo table from IntelLiDrives to rotate the imaging module at a constant speed, which is programmed in advance.

A real time precision encoder output allows synchronization of the image capture with the motor’s position, allowing the system to reconstruct the images in three dimensions.

For additional information from Tomowave – CLICK HERE

For additional information from IntelliDrives – CLICK HERE

About IntelLiDrives

IntelLiDrives, Inc. manufactures linear actuators, XY tables and rotary tables for the industry, government, science and research institutions around the world. Our precision rotary actuators, XY stages and linear actuators are used in the applications in medical devices, life sciences, semiconductor and electronic assembly manufacturing, data storage, laser processing, military/aerospace, photonics, automotive and test assembly, research and development and other industries requiring high precision and throughput motion control solutions.

For further information on this new product or others in our extensive product portfolio, call 1-215-728-6804 or e-mail Intellidrives at sales@intellidrives.com.com or go Intellidrive – Contact Us at: www.intellidrives.com/contact-us

Motion Control – IP65 Integrated Stepper Motors Available from Servo2Go!

July 10th, 2017

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Motion Control IP65 Intefrated Stepper available from Servo2Go

Greenville, DE —-Motion Control – Applied Motion’s SWM integrated steppers are IP65 rated drive+motor units, fusing step motor and drive components into a single splashproof and dustproof device. This space-saving design eliminates wiring and saves on cost over conventional motor and drive solutions.

The motion control SWM24 integrated steppers combine high torque NEMA 24 step motors with a sophisticated, 6.0 A/phase (peak-of-sine) step motor drive. Power to the drive, located at the rear of the motor, must be supplied by an external DC supply. Applied Motion offers compatible 24 and 48 volt DC power supplies for exactly this purpose.

All SWM24 integrated steppers are RoHS and CE compliant.

Features include:

Torque to 340 oz-in

Rated IP65 for wet and dusty environments

M12 connectors

Anti-resonance

Torque ripple smoothing

Microstep emulation

NEMA 24 frame size

Stored programming option for stand-alone operation

Step direction, velocity and streaming command control modes

RS-232, Ethernet and EtherNet/IP Communication options

Modbus/RTU for easy communication with PLC or HMI
Built-in incremental encoder

These and other Motion Control Products are available through www.Servo2Go.com

For further information on this new product or others in our extensive product portfolio, call 1- 877-378-0240 or e-mail Warren Osak at warren@servo2go.comor visit Servo2Go.com at: www.Servo2Go.com

Motion Control Application- maxon motors in the Formula Renault 3.5!

July 10th, 2017

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The Formula Renault racing series has become one of the most important racing series for future world-class Formula 1 drivers. Since 2012, a new, more powerful V8 engine has been roaring under the hood of the World Series racing cars. Inside it, maxon motors are responsible for adjusting the electronic throttle system.

Maxon motion control application - RenaultRace Car

Fall River, MA — Motion Control Components Application – The World Series by Renault is a combination of several racing series. The main series is the Formula Renault 3.5. The prestigious Formula Renault 3.5 has become one of the most important racing series for future world-class Formula 1 drivers. In recent years, several drivers have succeeded in making the jump from the Formula Renault 3.5 to the Formula 1, such as Jean Eric Vergne and Daniel Ricciardo of the Scuderia Toro Rosso, as well as current world champion Sebastian Vettel from Germany

The Formula Renault 3.5 is considered to be a preparation series for the Formula 1 and therefore the vehicles have many of the characteristics of the top motorsport class: Carbon brakes, semi-automatic gearshift, left foot brake, and, since 2012, a powerful V8 engine and an adjustable rear wing. In the new World Series vehicles developed by Renault, Zytek engines are used. Zytek is a British company that produces control systems for the automotive industry, drive technology, engines and hybrid technology. All 26 vehicles used in the Formula Renault 3.5 are driven by the new Zytek engines. The engine has been designed especially for the Formula Renault series. The 3.4 liter V8 engine, with its 530 hp at 9250 rpm, provides 50 hp more than the previous engine. And where the weight is concerned, the new Renault again has the edge, as it is around 15 kg lighter than the previous model. A fly-by-wire throttle control system has been integrated into the engine. This system, also called “drive-by-wire” in motorsport, electronically transmits the gas pedal movements to the engine controller. In principle, it handles how far the throttle valves are opened at which pedal position.

This gives the racing driver the ability to obtain a specific torque from the engine at a certain gas pedal position and the respective engine speed. In the case of the Formula racing car, there are three different levels (pedal maps) for different route conditions.

Maxon motion control application - Renault Race Car Motor

Strong vibrations conquered easily

Accurate control of this throttle system is handled by a maxon DC motor and planetary gearhead. This technology makes the racing cars approx. four seconds faster per round. The maxon DC motors from the RE motor family and the gearhead from the GP family were specially adapted to meet the demands of the high vibration and high temperature environment. During the test phase, the maxon engineers – in close cooperation with Zytek – verified that the engines can function problem-free under the challenging loads. “We began testing maxon’s products in July 2011 and have been extremely impressed with their technical backup and service. The motors need to work in a very hostile environment and maxon really understood the product and the problem and even made suggestions on how to improve the product to help us,” said John Manchester, Operations Director at Zytek. Paul Williams, Sales Engineer at maxon motor uk, commented: “We are delighted to work in partnership with Zytek. 80% of our business comes from modifying our products for our customers and we thrive on challenging projects.”

For the article in PDF format and complete contact information CLICK HERE

Comprehensive documentation and software are included with every delivery, and are also available for you to download from our website at www.maxonmotor.com.

Motion Control – FDA/USDA/3A-Dairy Compliant ETX Scraper Seals for Linear Bearings Used In Food Processing Applications!

July 10th, 2017

Editor-Publisher

Linear Motion Control Components - LM76 ETX-Seals!

E. Longmeadow, MA — Motion Control — Linear Motion – LM76 has introduced FDA/USDA/3-A Dairy compliant, snap-in ETX Scraper Seals for linear bearings. Machined from Ertalyte® PET-P, ETX Scraper Seals have high strength, excellent wear resistance, low coefficient of friction, and excellent dimensional stability at higher temperatures than seals from other materials. Designed with a slight interference fit between bearing ID and shaft, ETX Scraper Seals prevents contaminates and debris from migrating beneath the seal as it scrapes the shaft surface. Ertalyte® PET-P’s low frictional characteristics have little impact on drive force. These FDA/USDA/3-A Dairy compliant scraper seals are ideal for: Pharmaceutical, medical, food, and dairy processing applications.

EXT Scraper Seals feature a high continuous service temperature up to 210°F (100°C) and offer good chemical and abrasion resistance, low moisture absorption, and resistance to staining. These linear bearing scraper seals keep bearings free from debris and bacterial contamination, are not affected by biological fluids, mild acids, can be washed down with cleaning agents, and steam cleaned. Snap-in EXT Scraper Seals are available for closed linear bearings, and closed pillow and flange blocks.

Linear Motion Components - LM76 ETX-Scraper Seals!

LM76 also manufacturers a broad variety of FDA & USDA compliant bearings and shafting, in inch sizes of .25 inches to 1.5 inches, and a FDA & USDA compliant profile rail and slide system that can easily be integrated into new and existing applications. The bearing options include: Self-lubricating FDA & USDA compliant Teflon® composite bearings in a 304 stainless steel shell, and lower cost bearings with a ceramic coated shell and FDA & USDA compliant liner. Bearings are available in closed and open configurations, and are drop-in replacements for all inch sized linear ball bearings.

About LM76

Founded in 1976, LM76 has been a leading designer/manufacturer of linear bearings, slides and linear motion systems. LM76 is renowned for its industry leading Minuteman PTFE Composite linear bearings. LM76 is a leading supplier of precision linear shafting: RC60, 300 Series Stainless Steel, and ceramic-coated aluminum shafting. LM76 also offers several FDA/USDA compliant linear bearings and slides for the food processing, pharmaceutical, medical, and packaging industries.

For additional information contact Mike Quinn at: LM76, 140 Industrial Dr., E. Longmeadow, MA 01028; Telephone: 413-525-4166, Fax: 413-525-3735 or E-Mail: mquinn@lm76.com or visit the website at http://www.lm76.com

Motion Control – Introducing Lintech’s MR, ARC & HRC Profile Rail Linear Recirculating Bearings!

May 31st, 2017

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Lintech MR Series, ARC Series, and HRC Series Profile Rails available from Electomate

Vaughan, Ontario, Canada — Motion Control -Lintech’s MR, ARC & HRC Profile Rail Linear Recirculating Bearings incorporate two or four rows of re-circulating balls arranged in a 45 degree contact angle with the raceway. The rigidity under moment and torsional loads is increased by this design. Larger ball size is used to enhance the load capabilities. This design offers equal loading in all directions while providing smooth motion. Features of the MR, ARC & HRC series include:

Size 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 45
N, H and P accuracy grade
V0, V1 and V2 block pre-load
Short/Normal/Long block lengths
Normal and Flange width styles

Lintech’s family of cost-effective short-delivery Profile Rail Linear Bearings includes:

MR Series –Miniature Profile Rail Linear Guides

featuring:

Lintech MR Series Profile Rails available from Electomate

2 rows of re-circulating balls
Equal loading in all directions
Dust proof design
SS bearing, rail, and balls
Self-lube reservoir standard

ARC Series –Standard Profile Rail Linear Guides

featuring:

Lintech ARC Series Profile Rails available from Electomate

Application Rail
4 rows of re-circulating balls
Equal loading in all directions
Dust proof design
Alloy steel bearing, rail, and balls
Self-lube reservoir optional

HRC Series– Heavy Profile Rail Linear Guides

featuring:

Lintech HRC Series Profile Rails available from Electomate

Heavy Load Rail
4 rows of re-circulating balls
Equal loading in all directions
Dust proof design
Alloy steel bearing, rail, and balls
Self-lube reservoir optional

For further information on this new product or others in our extensive product portfolio, call 1-877-SERVO99 (737-8699) or e-mail Warren Osak atsales@electromate.com or visit Electromate at: www.electromate.com

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Linear Motion Control – Vacuum Compatible Single Rail Stage!

May 30th, 2017

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Linear Motion – Single Rail Stages – SRS-008-04-020-01V

Santa Clarita, CA – Linear Motion Control – The SRS-008-04-020-01V vacuum compatible single rail positioning stage uses a brushless linear motor to generate a continuous/peak force of 20.6 lbs [91.6 N]/61.8 lbs [275 N] with a total stroke length of 8.3 in [210 mm]. The non-contact 1.0-micron resolution encoder allows for precise positioning. It is guided by a rigid recirculating ball linear bearing. There are also provisions that allow customer cables to be routed within the cable carrier. This single rail positioning stage has been manufactured using low-outgassing materials as selected by NASA in order to make it vacuum compatible. It has end-of-travel bumper stops. A home positioning sensor, end-of-travel-sensors, and custom mounting holes on the moving table are available upon request.For a detailed description of all the considerations taken when manufacturing a vacuum compatible system, please click here.

Stroke	8.3 in	210 mm
Encoder Resolution	1.0 micron
Bearing Type	Recirculating Ball
Moving Mass	3.5 lbs	1.6 kg
Total Mass	18.0 lbs	8.2 kg
Resistance @ 20C	8.1 ohms
Inductance @ 20C	6.0 mH
Electrical Time Constant	0.70 msec
Motor Constant	2.1 lbs/√watt	9.4 N/√watt
Force Constant	6.1 lbs/amp	27.3 N/amp
Back EMF	0.80 V/ips	31.5 V/m/sec
Force @ 100% Duty	20.6 lbs	91.6 N
Power @ 100% Duty	95.0 watts
Current @ 100% Duty	3.4 amps
Force @ 10% Duty	61.8 lbs	275 N
Power @ 10% Duty	846 watts

For drawing go to https://www.h2wtech.com/pdf/2014-05-21-22-56-32.PDF

About H2W Technologies, Inc

H2W Technologies, Inc. is dedicated to the design and manufacture of linear and rotary motion products that are used in the motion control industry. The complete line of linear electric motors includes: Single and dual axis linear steppers, DC brush and brushless linear motors, voice coil actuators, and AC induction motors. Also offered is a complete line of ball screw, lead screw and belt driven positioning stages.

Other motion control products include: Limited angle torque motors for compact, limited angular excursion rotary servo applications, 3 phase brushless rotary servo motors with matching digital servo amplifiers and permanent magnet linear brakes for fail-safe, zero power braking for baggage handling and people moving applications as well as amusement park rides.

With over 75 years combined experience in the linear and rotary motion field, the H2W Technologies team of engineers offers the optimal solution to the most demanding motion control, requirements.

For additional information contact Mark Wilson at H2W Technologies, 26380 Ferry Ct, Santa Clarita, CA 91350; Tel: 888-702-0540, Fax: 661-251-2067, E-Mail: info@h2wtech.com or visit the website athttp://www.h2wtech.com

Motion Control – Ultra-Thin Large Aperture Direct Drive Rotary Tables (DDR) from Intellidrives!

May 27th, 2017

Editor-Publisher

Intellidrives Motion Control Component - Ultra Thin Rotary Table

Philadelphia, PA, — Motion Control Components and Systems – UltraThin ServoRing rotary tables provide superior angular positioning and are designed to eliminate backlash, friction and wear problems associated with worm, gear and belt drives. Low maintenance and high throughput characteristics of the AccuRing stage yields the lowest total cost of ownership.

Compact package and Superior design of the AccuRing rotary stages was optimized to minimize stage height. The low profile of the stage reduces total system working height. Angular contact bearings are used to maximize performance with respect to wobble, moment stiffness and friction. AccuRing stage has large clear center aperture that can be used for air or wire line feed-through or beam delivery.

AccuRing utilizes direct drive three phase planar brushless motor technology. There are no brushes to replace and no gear trains or belts to maintain. Coreless magnetic design assures smooth rotation and dynamic performance.

Accurate Positioning is assured with contact-less encoder. The motor and rotary encoders are directly coupled to eliminate coupling backlash. The low inertia and zero backlash make AccuRing the ideal solution for applications requiring frequent directional changes

Idear for: Semiconductor assembly, electronics assembly, precision machine tools, Robotic handlers, wafer processing, and automation.

Specifications

System Performance	Unit	ACR-160UT
Center aperture	mm	158
Outside diameter	mm	287
Stage height	mm	22
Peak Torque	Tp (Nm)	24
Continuous torque air cooling, coil 120°C	Tc120 (Nm)	8
Peak current at Tp	Amp _{p rrms}	15
Continuous current at Tc	Amp _{c rrms}	4
Recommended voltage (note 1)	Uvdc Uvac	310 220
Max speed at Tp and Us (note 2)	RPM	300
Max speed at Tc and Us (note 2)	RPM	500
Positioning resolution (note 3)	counts/rev	3,600,000 (standard) 7,200,000 (optional)
Positioning resolution	(arc-sec)	0.36
Accuracy	Arc-sec	<10
Repeatability	Arc-sec	<1
Run-out axial/radial	micron	<10
Rotor Inertia	kg x m²	0.06
Stage weight	M (Kg)	6
Axial load	M (Kg)	30

Note 1: Rotary table can operate at lower voltages with lower speeds

Note 2: Speed values shown at rated torque

Note 3: Max speed may be limited by controller’s encoder frequency input.

Sin/cos 1 Vpp and other encoder resolutions available.

Contact the factory.

Intellidrives Motion Control Component - Ultra Thin Large Aperture Rotary Table drawing

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION – CLICK HERE

About IntelLiDrives —

IntelLiDrives, Inc. manufactures linear actuators, XY tables and rotary tables for the industry, government, science and research institutions around the world. Our precision rotary actuators, XY stages and linear actuators are used in the applications in medical devices, life sciences, semiconductor and electronic assembly manufacturing, data storage, laser processing, military/aerospace, photonics, automotive and test assembly, research and development and other industries requiring high precision and throughput motion control solutions.

For further information on this new product or others in our extensive product portfolio, call 1-215-728-6804 or e-mail Intellidrives at sales@intellidrives.com.com or go Intellidrive – Contact Us at: www.intellidrives.com/contact-us

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Motion Control – Low-cost Spring Applied Brakes for Servo and Stepper Motors!

May 22nd, 2017

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Motion Control Spring Applied Brakes available from Servo2Go

Greenville, DE —-Motion Control Components – Inertia Dynamics type FSB brakes are designed to decelerate or hold inertial loads when the voltage is turned off. These brakes can be mounted to a bulkhead or motor.

The FSB brakes are rated up to 100 Lb-in static torque, and fit motors up to 5.3″ OD.

Features of FSB Spring Applied Brakes:

12V, 24V, 90VDC or 120VAC windings
Static torque to 100 lb-in
Bore sizes from 1/4″ to 3/4″
Low current consumption
Low cost
Metric bores & special voltages available

CLICK HERE for more information on the Spring Applied Brakes from Inertia Dynamics.

These and other Motion Control Products are available through www.Servo2Go.com

For further information on this new product or others in our extensive product portfolio, call 1- 877-378-0240 or e-mail Warren Osak at warren@servo2go.com or visit Servo2Go.com at: www.Servo2Go.com

Steinmeyer Announces the optiSLITE Line of Miniature Ball Screws: Our Smoothest Raceways Ever Deliver Optimum Accuracy!

May 15th, 2017

Editor-Publisher

Motion Control Components - Steinmeyer optiSLITE Ball Screws

BURLINGTON, MA –Motion Control Components – Steinmeyer, a global manufacturer of precision ground ball screws, introduces a new miniature ball screw line called optiSLITE. These screws feature low friction torque that delivers smoother running and enables greater accuracy. The result is superior positioning performance in semiconductor, optics, medical instrument, and metrology applications

optiSLITE miniature ball screws are expertly manufactured in Germany like all Steinmeyer products. The ball screws undergo a proprietary finishing process that removes micron-sized defects on the shaft raceway. The elimination of these irregularities enables optiSLITE miniature ball screws to provide the highly-accurate positioning required in precision applications.

All of our miniature ball screws are meticulously engineered and manufactured to provide highly-accurate positioning,” stated Bruce Gretz, Executive Vice President of Steinmeyer, Inc. “with our smoothest raceways yet, optiSLITE miniature ball screws deliver lower friction torque and smoother operation than ever before.

Like all Steinmeyer products, optiSLITE miniature ball screws offer dynamic delivery of linear motion at high standards of precision and longevity. The screws feature shaft diameters down to 5 mm and pitch down to 1 mm. Available in standard lengths and nut designs.

Motion Control Components - Steinmeyer optiSLITE Ball Screws - before/after photos

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For more information on Steinmeyer premium ball screws please contact our engineers at infoUSA@steinmeyer.com

Steinmeyer is the world’s longest continuously-operating manufacturer of commercial ball screws. In the realm of linear motion control, our company has become synonymous with precision, innovation, and exacting standards of quality. Steinmeyer’s extensive product line is used widely in drive systems for industrial machines as well as precision positioning in optical instruments, medical devices, and other mechatronic applications. http://www.steinmeyer.com

The Steinmeyer group is comprised of two manufacturing divisions located in Germany. August Steinmeyer GmbH & Co. KG (located in Albstadt) has been setting standards for high precision ball screws for over 40 years and prides itself on high quality, innovative designs to meet demanding customer requirements. Our Feinmess Dresden (FMD) division has been producing an extensive line of high precision positioning systems for well over 130 years.

For further information on Steinmeyer our extensive product portfolio, call 1-781-273-6220 or e-mail John Skaltsas at jskaltsas@steinmeyer.com or visit the Steinmeyer FMD group at: www.steinmeyer.com