A lead screw is a screw which translates rotary motion into linear motion. Normally used as the driving mechanism in horizontal or vertically driven applications aided by linear guides for supports. They are described by diameter and pitch or lead. The pitch or lead is the amount of travel you get, or distance the nut travels along the screw for every complete revolution. They can be operated manually or motorised.
In general it is best to support the ball screws with our ball screw support units (L1388 to L1406) with a fixed end (generally where the motor is mounted) and a floating (support) end. The support units are selected to suit the loads likely to be required, the size of the ball screw (especially its core diameter) and the type of mounting required. Details of the machining required for each end of the ball screw are shown in the bearing mounts technical section.
As specialists in linear motion systems we offer you a choice of materials and sizes. So whether you need lightweight aluminium rails for use in aviation applications or stainless steel components for when exposure to water or corrosive chemicals is a factor, our knowledgable technical engineers are always on hand to provide assistance.
Make sure you request a free Linear Motion Handbook here and utilise our free CAD to help you save time planning your projects.
Steel trapeziodal lead screws TR10 to 120. Right hand thread.
Steel trapeziodal lead screws TR10 to 120. Left hand thread.
Stainless steel trapezoidal lead screws (316 s/s). TR threads 10 to 70mm. Standard right hand threads.
Stainless steel trapezoidal lead screws (316 s/s). TR threads 10 to 70mm. Standard left hand threads.
Plain flanged bronze lead screw nuts - for trapezoidal threads.
Flanged bronze lead screws nuts - for trapezoidal threads.
Cylindrical bronze lead screws nuts - for trapezoidal threads.
Square bronze lead screws nuts - for trapezoidal threads.
Steel cylindrical lead screws nuts - for trapezoidal threads.
Steel hexagonal lead screws nuts - for trapezoidal threads.
Steel square nuts for lead screws. Standard nuts are right hand thread, single starts.
Stainless steel lead screw nut for trapezoidal thread.
Self lubricating flanged nut for trapezoidal thread.
High precision lead screws with square acetal nuts.
High precision lead screws with flanged nut. Stainless Steel
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At Automotion Components we specialise in Lead Screws and Ball Screws. With excellent stock levels of commercial trapezoidal lead screws and nuts, and rolled ball screws, along with comprehensive technical pages, expert support, and CAD files, we have all the tools to help with your application.
Machining of Lead and Ball Screws can also be carried out to customer drawings with a range of accessories to suit including bearing supports, also readily available.