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Leadscrews in medical equipment

★ By Lisa Eitel Leave a Comment

Leadscrews are essential to surgical robotics, patient-monitoring systems, diagnostic imaging devices, and rehabilitation equipment. By Chris Nook | Chairman and CEO • Helix Linear Leadscrews are those spiral shafts that (upon application of torque) convert rotational motion into linear motion — axially advancing and receding a mating nut to deliver accurate positioning. They’re well suited […]

Filed Under: Ball + lead + roller screws, Ball + leadscrew driven Tagged With: helixlinear

Helix Linear Technologies website — new at helixlinear.com

★ By Lisa Eitel 1 Comment

Helix Linear Technologies now has a new and refreshed website at helixlinear.com. The updated site includes several new lead screw and linear actuator products that deliver smooth, clean and quite linear motion solutions. The manufacturer’s goal with this new website is to provide visitors an easier way to learn about Helix Linear’s products. The new […]

Filed Under: Ball + lead + roller screws, Industry news, Linear drives (all) Tagged With: helixlinear

New line of Precision Torque Splines from Helix Linear (and PDF catalog detailing options)

★ By Lisa Eitel Leave a Comment

Helix Linear has just released its new line of Precision Torque Splines. A new catalog detailing the offerings is available as a PDF for download. Download the free catalog here. Helix Linear Precision Torque™ Splines are a convenient and efficient device that outputs low-friction motion while transmitting torque. In a Helix PT Spline assembly, a high-strength composite polymer bushing carries […]

Filed Under: Ball + roller guides, Featured, Linear drives (all) Tagged With: helixlinear

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