Ball Screws and Ball Splines (Made in the US, inch and metric)
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Ball Screws and Ball Splines U)THOMSON Linear Motion. Optimized7

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Thomson – the Choice for Optimized Motion Solutions Often the ideal design solution is not about finding the fastest, sturdiest, most accurate or even the least expensive option. Rather, the ideal solution is the optimal balance of performance, life and cost. The Best Positioned Supplier of Mechanical Motion Technology Thomson has several advantages that make us the supplier of choice for motion control technology. • Thomson provides the broadest standard product offering of mechanical motion technologies in the industry. • Modified versions of standard product or white sheet design...

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Ball Screws and Ball Splines Technology Comparison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Product Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Ball Screws — Inch Series Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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Linear Motion. Optimized Thomson’s comprehensive range of ball and lead screws outperform other linear motion methods and allows you to find the optimal solution for your positioning needs . Compared to bulky, noisy and expensive hydraulic or pneumatic systems, Thomson ball and lead screws are compact, quiet and affordable . In addition, there’s no need for pumps, hoses, fluids or shop air . This eliminates fire, safety and health hazards due to leaking fluid or other contaminants typically associated with these types of solutions . Belt, cable and chain-drive mechanisms are relatively...

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Ball Screws and Ball Splines

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IT/THOMSON' Linear Motion. Optimized THOMSON BALL SCREWS — INCH SERIES The most comprehensive imperial-based ball screw product offering in the industry. Thomson is the market leader in inch-dimensioned ball screws, featuring a comprehensive product offering . Our Precision Rolled Ball Screws come in a full range of diameters, leads, and ball nut configurations, in either preloaded or non-preloaded types, all in industry-standard envelopes . They provide dependable accuracy and repeatability at an economical price . All Thomson ball screws feature a Gothic arch ball groove geometry that...

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Ball Screws and Ball Splines Inch Series Ball Screws Precision Rolled Screws — Product Availability(1), Accuracy and Axial Play Screw Diameter 0.375 0.500 0.631 0.750 0.875 1.000 1.150 1.171 1.500 2.000 2.250 2.500 3.000 4.000 (1) Additional sizes are available. Contact customer service for more details. (2) Standard lash dependent on ball diameter. See page 171 as reference. Consult factory for special requirements.

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Product Overview Tangential Ball Return A unique Thomson feature which minimizes recirculated bearing ball deflection, for smoother and quieter operation. The tangential circuit consists of a pick-up deflector finger and modified return tube which allows the bearing balls to enter and exit the load carrying portion of the ball screw circuit in a straight path. Standard on ball bearing screws with up to 10,000 pound dynamic load capabilities. Load Locking Spring The load locking spring is a coil turned into the inactive portion of the nut and conforms to the ball tract. In normal operation,...

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Ball Screws and Ball Splines Product Overview Standard Non-Preloaded Ball Nuts Standard Non-Preloaded Ball Nuts are a flexible, economical solution for use in industrial, transport grade applications. Both round and square models are available, with flange and wiper kits as accessories. Non-Preloaded Ball Nuts come standard with blackoxide coating (thin dense chrome is available upon request). Preloaded Ball Nuts Preloaded Ball Nuts should be considered to eliminate backlash and increase system stiffness in applications where multi-directional positional accuracy and repeatability are...

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Precision Rolled Ball Screws — Inch SeriesBall Screw Part Numbers Thread Direction Ball screws can be cut to the length you require . Specify ball screw part number and overall length at time of order . Thread Direction Thread Direction Note: Dimensional information for all End Journals and Bearing Supports is available on page 118 - 137 . Information on required lubrication is on page 177 . Lead Accuracy (in/ft) ± 0.004 Screw Weight (lbs/ft) 0.3 Screw Root Diameter (in.) 0.31 Nominal Ball Diameter (in.) 0.078

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Ball Screws and Ball Splines Precision Rolled Ball Screws — Inch SeriesBall Screw Part Numbers Diameter x Lead (in.) 0.375 x 0.125 Lead Accuracy (in/ft) ± 0.004 Screw Weight (lbs/ft) 0.3 Screw Root Diameter (in.) 0.31 Nominal Ball Diameter (in.) 0.078 Ball screws can be cut to the length you require . Specify ball screw part number and overall length at time of order . Single Circuit, Cylindrical Ball Nut .552 Single Circuit, Round Ball Nut Thread Direction Thread Direction Note: Dimensional information for all End Journals and Bearing Supports is available on page 118 - 137 . Information...

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Precision Rolled Ball Screws — Inch SeriesBall Screw Part Numbers Thread Direction Ball screws can be cut to the length you require . Specify ball screw part number and overall length at time of order . Lead Accuracy (in/ft) ± 0.004 Screw Weight (lbs/ft) 0.7 Screw Root Diameter (in.) 0.41 Nominal Ball Diameter (in.) 0 .125 Thread Direction Note: Dimensional information for all End Journals and Bearing Supports is available on page 118 - 137 . Information on required lubrication is on page 177 .

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Ball Screws and Ball Splines Precision Rolled Ball Screws — Inch SeriesBall Screw Part Numbers Thread Direction Ball screws can be cut to the length you require. Specify ball screw part number and overall length at time of order . Thread Direction Lead Accuracy (in/ft) ± 0.004 Screw Weight (lbs/ft) 0.7 Screw Root Diameter (in.) 0.41 Nominal Ball Diameter (in.) 0.125 Thread Direction Note: Dimensional information for all End Journals and Bearing Supports is available on page 118 - 137 . Information on required lubrication is on page 177 . Optional Wiper and Flange Kits Wiper P/N 8105-101-002...

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