RS Linear Drives

Compression and Friction in a Linear Motion System

In most linear motion applications, compression and friction within the drive train, while often necessary, are ultimately detrimental to the linear motion system. Compression and friction cause heat and wear. This shortens the system's lifespan and increases...

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Adjustable Pitch and Side Thrust Enhance Smooth Movement in Linear Positioning Drive

Amacoil/Uhing model RS linear drives are now available with five linear pitch settings and adjustable axial thrust. This permits varying pitch/thrust combinations until optimum settings are achieved. Optimizing pitch and thrust settings results in very...

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Linear Indexing Drive with Zero Backlash Resists Clogging and Jamming

Available in seven sizes to meet axial thrust requirements from 22 to 450 pounds, the Amacoil/Uhing RS indexing drive is a backlash-free alternative for linear motion systems. The inner race of the rolling ring bearings is in constant point-contact with...

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Grease Fitting Option for Linear Drive Automatically Lubricates Shaft While Wipers Remove Dirt and Grime

Amacoil now offers a grease fitting option which attaches to the shaft wipers on Uhing rolling ring drive assemblies. When the drive is running the grease fittings facilitate automatic shaft lubrication while the wipers clean the shaft, removing dust...

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Free Movement On Smooth Shaft Prolongs Linear Drive Life – Reduces Wear and Tear On Motor And Components

Uhing rolling ring linear drives now offer a free movement lever (F-lever) as a standard feature making it possible to slide the drive unit, with its attached load, anywhere along the shaft without having to turn on the motor. The F-lever reduces wear...

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New traverse winding drive for electronically controlled systems — 20+ pounds of side thrust

Amacoil/Uhing has expanded its line of model RS traverse winding drives with the new RS8 drive. The new unit runs on an 8mm diameter case hardened and ground smooth shaft and is designed for electronically controlled winding systems. The RS8 nut is the...

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