Greases and lubricants for linear bearings and guide rails
For the lubrication of ball rail systems in case of grease, we recommend the use of Dynalub. At regular environmental conditions this homogeneous, gro...
Read moreThe 6 steps of ball screw selection
When choosing a suitable ball screw and nut you need to pay attention to several factors. Which ones? ...
Read moreBall screw preloads
Preloading a ball screw nut is used to increase the accuracy and rigidity of a ball screw system. There are a number of ways to achieve preload f...
Read moreDIY laser paper cutter
In our case, a laser cutter is designed for use in graphics and design. The bases come from various online presentations "DIY laser cutter"...
Read moreThe do's and don'ts of linear rail alignment
Rail guides require precise assembly and alignment to ensure even load distribution between the support balls. Therefore, they can only be used in app...
Read moreShould we prioritize ball screws over trapezoidal screws?
One should always prioritize ball screws over trapezoidal screws, but of course some exceptions can be made in certain applications. Fi...
Read moreUse of linear guide rails and lead screws for CNC (wood & aluminium)
How did a Croatian company built CNC cutters for wood and aluminum processing on their own? Find out how....
Read moreBasic ball screw terminology
When selecting various components for ball screw assemblies one must understand the common terminology used to describe their function and struct...
Read moreLinear system applications
The dilemma we engineers face today is no longer the construction of a linear system from scratch but selecting among a wide range of available config...
Read moreCNC mill 3x1,4x0,45 m
How to make a CNC milling machine at home? Our user made a DIY CNC mill with a working surface of 3x1.4x0.45 m. How and what elements has he used?...
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