Tagged: lead screw
Identifying the right leadscrew nut for your application
In the manufacturing world, it’s easy to overlook “the basics”. But the reality is, the fundamentals of modern machinery are heavily relied upon to allow us to do the job required. Now, more than...
What is screw pitch, and how is it different from screw lead?
Screws are ubiquitous in mechanical systems, playing a critical role in the linear drive mechanism of countless applications. To fully grasp the mechanics of screws, it is essential to understand specific technical terms — particularly “pitch” and “lead”....
How to properly secure a lead screw in your design
One of the most common errors engineers make when designing a lead screw system is improperly securing the ends of the screw. This blog will explain the three primary ways a lead screw can be secured...
Convert Rotary to Linear Motion
Lead screws are a common technology used to convert rotary motion into linear motion, and are often used to provide actuation to a set of linear bearings. In this tech talk from the igus®...
New Beer Robot with igus Linear Guide Taps Beer in Seconds
An automatic beer tapping system with dry-running and hygienic drylin linear motion technology from igus has been developed by One Two Beer, GmbH Hygienic, self-lubricating igus spindles allow for a refreshing and fast drink...