Category: Linear motion

Greases and lubricants for linear bearings and guide rails

Posted by Tuli - Jure Pleško | Feb 27, 2023

For the lubrication of ball rail systems in case of grease, we recommend the use of Dynalub. At regular environmental conditions this homogeneous, gro...

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The 6 steps of ball screw selection

Posted by Tuli - Jure Pleško | Feb 14, 2023

When choosing a suitable ball screw and nut you need to pay attention to several factors. Which ones? ...

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Ball screw preloads

Posted by Tuli - Jure Pleško | Jan 4, 2023

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...

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DIY laser paper cutter

Janez Križan – AMI d.o.o. | Oct 26, 2022

In our case, a laser cutter is designed for use in graphics and design. The bases come from various online presentations "DIY laser cutter"...

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The do's and don'ts of linear rail alignment

Posted by Tuli - Jure Pleško | Oct 26, 2022

Rail guides require precise assembly and alignment to ensure even load distribution between the support balls. Therefore, they can only be used in app...

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Should we prioritize ball screws over trapezoidal screws?

Posted by Tuli - Jure Pleško | Oct 22, 2022

One should always prioritize ball screws over trapezoidal screws, but of course some exceptions can be made in certain applications. Fi...

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Use of linear guide rails and lead screws for CNC (wood & aluminium)

Varaždin, Croatia | Nov 15, 2021

How did a Croatian company built CNC cutters for wood and aluminum processing on their own? Find out how....

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Basic ball screw terminology

Posted by Tuli - Jure Pleško | Oct 11, 2021

When selecting various components for ball screw assemblies one must understand the common terminology used to describe their function and struct...

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Linear system applications

Posted by Tuli - Jure Pleško | Sep 13, 2021

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...

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CNC mill 3x1,4x0,45 m

Bojan Einhauer, Medvode, Slovenia | May 11, 2021

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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