Electric actuators require screw mechanisms to move loads linearly, with ball screws (or ballscrews) and roller screws the most commonly used. They each have their own advantages and disadvantages that will make either of them more suitable for certain applications, so let’s look at each screw type and the important differences between them. Ballscrews Manufacture …
Motion system components are always susceptible to harsh conditions, especially those with a rolling action like ballscrews. There are plenty of protective additions for other components such as rail covers and protective casings, but the nature of ballscrews makes them particularly vulnerable. Keeping ballscrews safe from extreme temperature changes and contamination is more difficult than …
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