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Helix Linear Non-Captive Stepper Motor Actuator

Helix Linear Non-Captive Stepper Motor Actuator
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Helix Linear Non-Captive Stepper Motor Actuator

Product catalog summary
Overview
Helix Linear Technologies specializes in high-performance non-captive linear actuators, offering precision lead screws and custom solutions for industries such as medical, aerospace, and defense.
Product Specifications
Helix provides non-captive linear actuators in NEMA sizes 8, 11, 14, 17, 23, and 34, featuring precision lead screws and durable plastic nuts. Customization options include screw machining, wire connectors, and motor configurations.
Ordering Guide
The guide details part numbers, specifying series, motor length, voltage, actuator style, lead screw coating, and length.
Features & Benefits
Helix actuators are pre-engineered, assembled, and tested for immediate use, offering high performance, long life, and optional encoders. The company provides rapid prototyping and custom design services.
Lead Screw Options
Lead screws are available in various dimensions and can be customized. Specifications include motor characteristics and force vs. pulse rate graphs for each NEMA size.
Quality Assurance
Helix is ISO 9001:2015 registered, ensuring high-quality manufacturing standards and customer satisfaction.
Company Background
Founded in 2011, Helix focuses on delivering precise electromechanical solutions with a culture of smart, competitive professionals.
Specifications
Detailed specifications for NCA-23 and NCA-34 models include a 1.8° step angle and various lead screw options with maximum lengths.
Motor Characteristics
Outlines motor characteristics for NCA-23 and NCA-34 models, including voltage, current, resistance, and force vs. pulse rate graphs.
Lead Screw Specifications
Available in various diameters and step leads, with materials like 300 Series Stainless Steel and standard lead accuracy.
Custom Solutions
Helix offers customized linear slides and actuators, including design support, prototyping, testing, and production assembly.
Glossary and Definitions
Includes terms related to stepper motors and linear actuators, such as detent torque and step angle.
Accessories
Helix provides stepper motor drives and power supplies designed for industrial environments.
Quality Assurance
Emphasizes rigorous testing and validation processes, including efficiency and torque measurement.
Applications
Highlights applications in life sciences, printing, semiconductor, and automation industries.
Military and Security Applications
Includes automated gates, tactical security cameras, missile fin actuation, tank sighting systems, drones, torpedo fin actuation, and guided munitions.
Contact Information
For more information, contact Helix Linear Technologies at 23200 Commerce Park Road, Beachwood, OH 44122 USA, call 216-485-2232 or 1-855-435-4958, or email [email protected]. Visit their website at helixlinear.com.
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NON-CAPTIVE LINEAR ACTUATORS High Performance Stepper Motor Linear Actuators

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Custom Solutions Helix Linear engineers high-performance, non-captive linear actuators for a variety of industries including healthcare, high-tech and aerospace/defense. COMPANY Helix is a global supplier to the Medical Device, Life Science, Security, Semiconductor, Aerospace, Electromechanical and Defense industries. Helix is a leader in the linear motion industry by manufacturing the highest quality linear actuation solutions in the world. We focus entirely on manufacturing electromechanical actuation systems that help our customer be more productive and profitable. Our execution of innovative...

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NON-CAPTIVE LINEAR ACTUATOR NCA ORDERING GUIDE TABLE READY TO USE - RIGHT OUT OF THE BOX PRE-ENGINEERED | ASSEMBLED | TESTED SMA See product page for rated voltage availability EXAMPLE PART NUMBER: SMA - 8S2.1 - N - 012-025 - T - 8.00 - SE The Broadest Selection of Linear Stepper Actuators • Thousands of combinations of lead screws and lead screw nuts in stock • No compromises of design and efficiency Helix Linear Stepper Motors Are Precision Manufactured • High performance • Built with deep groove ball bearings • Maximum thrust loads • Long life • Optional encoders and wiring harness are available...

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NON-CAPTIVE LINEAR ACTUATOR NCA - 8 | Size 8 - Non-Captive Linear Actuator (1.8° Step Angle) FEATURES AND BENEFITS Helix Non-Captive Linear actuators are offered in NEMA 8,11,14,17,23 and 34 frame motors. These stepper motor linear actuators operate with a precision lead screw that translates through the motor housing. The lead screw nut is manufactured from high performance plastic to offer long life and maximum load carrying. These linear actuators can be modified with: • Custom screw machining • Custom wire connectors • Single, double and triple stack motors NCA-8 Size 8 - Non-Captive Linear...

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NON-CAPTIVE LINEAR ACTUATOR NCA - 11 | Size 11 - Non-Captive Linear Actuator (1.8° Step Angle) NCA- 11 Size 11 - Non-Captive Linear Actuator (1.8° Step Angle) MOTOR CHARACTERISTICS NCA - 11 Size 11 - Non-Captive Linear Actuator Double Stack (1.8° Step Angle) Size 11 - Single Stack Hybrid Linear Stepper Motor (1.8° Angle) Size 11 - Double Stack Hybrid Linear Stepper Motor (1.8° Angle) LEAD SCREW SPECIFICATIONS FORCE vs. PULSE RATE LEAD SCREW SPECIFICATIONS Code 23200 Commerce Park Road | Beachwood, OH 44122 USA | 216-485-2232 or 1-855-435-4958 | email: [email protected] The specifications...

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NON-CAPTIVE LINEAR ACTUATOR NCA - 14 | Size 14 - Non-Captive Linear Actuator (1.8° Step Angle) NCA - 14 Size 14 - Non-Captive Linear Actuator (1.8° Step Angle) MOTOR CHARACTERISTICS NCA - 14 Size 14 - Non-Captive Linear Actuator Double Stack (1.8° Step Angle) MOTOR CHARACTERISTICS Size 14 - Single Stack Hybrid Linear Stepper Motor (1.8° Angle) Size14 - Double Stack Hybrid Linear Stepper Motor (1.8° Angle) LEAD SCREW SPECIFICATIONS FORCE vs. PULSE RATE LEAD SCREW SPECIFICATIONS 23200 Commerce Park Road | Beachwood, OH 44122 USA | 216-485-2232 or 1-855-435-4958 | email: [email protected] The...

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NON-CAPTIVE LINEAR ACTUATOR NCA - 17 | Size 17 - Non-Captive Linear Actuator (1.8° Step Angle) NCA - 17 Size 17 - Non-Captive Linear Actuator (1.8° Step Angle) NCA - 17 Size 17 - Non-Captive Linear Actuator Double Stack (1.8° Step Angle) MOTOR CHARACTERISTICS Size17 - Single Stack Hybrid Linear Stepper Motor (1.8° Angle) Size17 - Double Stack Hybrid Linear Stepper Motor (1.8° Angle) LEAD SCREW SPECIFICATIONS Code LEAD SCREW SPECIFICATIONS FORCE vs. PULSE RATE Code 23200 Commerce Park Road | Beachwood, OH 44122 USA | 216-485-2232 or 1-855-435-4958 | email: [email protected] The specifications...

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NON-CAPTIVE LINEAR ACTUATOR NCA - 23 | Size 23 - Non-Captive Linear Actuator (1.8° Step Angle) NCA - 23 Size 23 - Non-Captive Linear Actuator (1.8° Step Angle) MOTOR CHARACTERISTICS NCA - 23 Size 23 - Non-Captive Linear Actuator Double Stack (1.8° Step Angle) MOTOR CHARACTERISTICS Size 23 - Single Stack Hybrid Linear Stepper Motor (1.8° Angle) Size 23 - Double Stack Hybrid Linear Stepper Motor (1.8° Angle) LEAD SCREW SPECIFICATIONS LEAD SCREW SPECIFICATIONS H^LIX 23200 Commerce Park Road | Beachwood, OH 44122 USA | 216-485-2232 or 1-855-435-4958 | email: [email protected] The specifications...

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NON-CAPTIVE LINEAR ACTUATOR NCA - 34 | Size 34 - Non-Captive Linear Actuator (1.8° Step Angle) NCA - 34 Size 34 - Non-Captive Linear Actuator (1.8° Step Angle) MOTOR CHARACTERISTICS CUSTOM SOLUTIONS The custom solutions team at Helix is focused on delivering custom actuation systems. Our services include: • Design support • Prototyping / 3D printing • Testing and qualification • Production assembly and integration Size 34 - Single Stack Hybrid Linear Stepper Motor (1.8° Angle) Fully customized linear slide with non-captive stepper motor Customized Linear Actuators Customized Linear Slides • Non-captive...

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LEAD SCREW SPECIFICATIONS (continued) INCH LEAD SCREWS* HELIX END MACHINING FOR LEAD SCREWS* Lead (in) Linear motion applications utilizing a ball screw or an acme screw require high tolerance screw end machining matched with precision bearing mounts. Helix Linear Technologies has designed a family of standard machined ends applicable to a variety of bearing arrangements. Specifying standard machined ends results in quicker deliveries. The machined ends shown below represent designs that are compatible with common application requirements for either simple or fixed bearing support. Included in...

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GLOSSARY AND DEFINITIONS Detent or Residual Torque The torque required to rotate the motor’s output shaft with no current applied to the windings. A drive technique to accelerate a given load from a low step rate, to a given maximum step rate and then to decelerate to the intial step rate without the loss of steps. Drives Term depicting the external electrical components to run a Stepper Motor System. This will include power supplies logic sequencers, switching components and usually a variable frequency pulse source to determine the step rate. Dynamic Torque The torque generated by the motor...

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