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Miles Budimir

Tackling long drill production challenges

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How linear motion solutions help one CNC machine manufacturer solve the problem of machining long drills.   Russell Riddiford  President of ANCA Americas  ANCA CNC Machines Linear motion components play a central role in CNC machines. From linear actuation to bearings to the drive and control system, these components are key to the motion system […]

Filed Under: Featured, Integrated Linear Systems, Linear motors

Thomson adds advanced controllability to long-life electric actuator line

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linear actuator

Thomson Industries, Inc. has added advanced controllability options to its Electrak LL line of long-life electric linear actuators. In addition to the 600 km of maintenance-free life and 100 % duty cycle performance inherent to all the Electrak LL models, machine designers can now get absolute position feedback, CAN bus integration, reduced current flow and […]

Filed Under: Featured, Linear actuators (all) Tagged With: thomson

XY tables feature unobstructed large aperture

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stages

The demand for a high accuracy, robust, open-frame stages is met with IntelLIDrives dual-axis, large aperture stages that address the unique needs of scanning microscopy, wafer and printed circuit board inspection, automated assembly and a wide range of specimens and samples scanning in many types of imaging techniques and applications. Features of these dual-axis large […]

Filed Under: Integrated Linear Systems, Stages + gantries Tagged With: intellidrives

Piezoceramic components for ultrasound transducer applications

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piezo

PI Americas extends its selection of high quality piezoceramic elements. Available in various sizes and geometries, the new components are especially designed for ultrasonic transducer applications. In addition to standard COTS parts, custom engineered components are offered for OEM customers. Ultrasound transducers are used in various applications, including medical technology, such as sensing and treatment […]

Filed Under: Applications, Mini + piezo + voice coil Tagged With: physikinstrumente, pi

Hollow-core linear voice coil servo motor features high peak force

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voice coil servo motor

The HVCM-095-051-051-01 hollow core linear voice coil servo motor from Moticont features an open aperture, a 1.0 in. (25.4 mm) stroke, high speed, and sub-micron positioning accuracy with an external high resolution position sensor. This linear dc servo motor from Moticont has a continuous force rating of 16.1 lb (71.4 N) and a peak force […]

Filed Under: Linear actuators (all), Mini + piezo + voice coil Tagged With: moticont

Displacement sensors with integrated inclination sensor

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sensor

ASM’s new posiwire sensors, the WST61, WST85 and WST21, combine linear position determination and inclination measurement, ensuring easy installation and cost-effectiveness. In many applications, such as telescopic crane booms, transport cranes, machines for the pharmaceutical industry and in medical technology, both linear position and inclination need to be determined. As a rule, two different sensors […]

Filed Under: Encoders + sensors (linear) + I/O Tagged With: linear sensors

Linear actuators are water-proof, dust resistant

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New linear slide motion axes from IntelLiDrives are water-proof and dust-resistant, engineered for reliability in harsh environments. With IP43 ratings, they withstand water and dust ingress, ensuring seamless operation in wet or dusty conditions. The IntelLiDrives water-proof and dust-resistant linear slide motion axes deliver consistent and dependable performance, even in the harshest conditions where traditional […]

Filed Under: Integrated Linear Systems, Linear actuators (all), Stages + gantries Tagged With: intellidrives

Compact rod motors offer high force linear motion

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linear rod motors

Akribis Systems has announce a new addition to its varied motion control product line: RDM-A Series rod motors for space-constrained applications requiring high motor forces and smooth linear motion. RDM-A Series rod motors are compact in size and feature a tubular design to distribute magnetic flux evenly along the circumference of the stator. With this […]

Filed Under: Linear actuators (all), Linear motors

Miniature metric ball screws offer high load capacity in small footprint

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ball screws

Thomson Industries, Inc. announces the availability of new German-engineered precision ball screw sizes with US-based distribution and machining that provide best-in-class load capacity in a small footprint. The Thomson miniature metric ball screw line uses a unique multi-start ball return design that maximizes support for higher loads. This design provides precise, smooth and quiet operation […]

Filed Under: Ball + leadscrew driven, Featured, Linear actuators (all) Tagged With: thomson

New wide-body linear stage family for precision automation

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linear stage

PI (Physik Instrumente) has introduced a new series of high-performance linear stages. The new V-827 direct-drive linear stages are tailored for demanding applications with high loads to 150 kg, high throughput requirements, and a need for extended reliability. These stages excel in straightness and flatness performance, surpassing comparable motorized linear translation stages available in the […]

Filed Under: Featured, Integrated Linear Systems, Stages + gantries Tagged With: physikinstrumente, pi

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