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Compact Rail Plus linear guides feature double row ball bearings for higher load capacities and rigid rails with convex raceways and new robust steel sliders with longitudinal protection and floating wipers, Compact Rail Plus has been designed for the most demanding applications in terms of high load capacities, high dynamics and work environment. All while maintaining the self-aligning capabilities that make this product family unique. Sliders are available in four versions: guiding slider (RV); floating slider (RP); extra-floating slider (RU) and rotating slider (RA). Combining two rails with different sliders makes it possible to create self-aligning systems that can compensate misalignment errors on two planes: axial up to 3.5 mm and radial up ±1.3°.

MONO RAIL is a profiled linear rail for high precision under heavy loads. Four rows of balls run in the self-lubricated slider. The running surfaces of the sliders and rails are hardened and polished. Sizes from 15mm to 55mm Standard and flat sliders, with and without flanges Different precision and preload classes Fixing holes from the bottom are available Comprehensive range of accessories, e.g. metal wipers or cover strips MINIATURE MONO RAIL models are mini linear guides with 7mm, 9mm, 12mm and 15mm widths, for particularly noiseless operations. Robust: corrosion and dust resistant Quiet running due to the unique ball channel’s geometric configuration Four-point contacts for equal load capacity in all directions Sliders can be separated from rails without losing balls Long maintenance intervals due to sealed lubrication cycle The MONO RAIL linear guides product family includes profiled linear rails to ensure the highest precision for heavy loads. The availability of sliders...

The O-Rail linear system with rollers ensures the highest flexibility of configuration thanks to the original shape of the FXRG guide, the system basic component, featuring 3 raceways arranged at 90°, over which the R series rollers can run on any one of the 3 raceways. Using a single or multiple parallel guides allows users to achieve several combinations, able to meet all linear motion requirements. O-Rail has been designed as a versatile linear system, ideal for automated applications. It is an easy to assemble system, able to offer a smooth motion even on uneven surfaces.

Telescopic actuator with a synchronized toothed belt system for effective linear movement and minimal overall dimensions. The compactness of the closed system makes it ideal for environments without much space between the machine and the ceiling. LOAD CAPACITY ACCORDING TO DYNAMICS Reported data must be verified according to the application. Please get in touch with our technical department for more information.

Telescopic actuator with a synchronized toothed belt system for effective linear movement and minimal overall dimensions. Horizontally mounted, it is mainly used to feed presses installed in series. It extends in both directions, feeding a press in one direction, closing, then feeding another in the other direction. The closed actuator does not occupy space in the two presses, making it possible to feed both with a single system. LOAD CAPACITY ACCORDING TO DYNAMICS Reported data must be verified according to the application. Please get in touch with our technical department for more information.

Telescopic actuator with a synchronized toothed belt system for effective linear movement and minimal overall dimensions. The wall-mounted system feeds the machine and retracts, facilitating the feeding of machine tools where obstructions to protective doors must be avoided. LOAD CAPACITY ACCORDING TO DYNAMICS Reported data must be verified according to the application. Please get in touch with our technical department for more information.

Compact Rail is a linear system consisting of steel linear rails with induction hardened raceways and high precision radial ball bearing sliders, also made of hardened steel. Thanks to their self-aligning capabilities, Compact Rail linear guides simplify the project, improve the performance and reduce the overall cost of application. Compact Rail linear guides are easy to install on all types of surfaces, including non-machined ones. Compact Rail linear guides feature a robust steel slider with ball bearings, self-centering heads with wipers, longitudinal seals to protect the internal components and a top sealing strip. The slider body is accurately finished with matte longitudinal edge chamfer and a shining ground flat surface. The slider heads are equipped with special slow release felt pads and are free to rotate with respect to the slider body, so that the felts are always in contact with the raceways to ensure optimal lubrication.

The PLUS SYSTEM series of linear actuators consists of highly protected linear units featuring a self-sustaining anodized aluminum structure and a steel re-enforced driving belt. This is a line of exceptionally sturdy and high performance actuators in terms of load, moment control, speed and acceleration. High load capacity,High speed,Low wear and tear,Low friction,Low maintenance.Corrosion resistant version All Plus System series of linear actuators are available with stainless steel elements, for applications in harsh environments and/or subject to frequent washes. The Plus System linear units are made by using extruded anodized Anricorodal 6060 and 6082 aluminum, which houses bearings, linear rails, nuts and bolts and components made of low carbon SS AISI 303 and 404C steel, preventing or delaying corrosion caused by humidity experienced in the environments where the linear units are used.The PLUS SYSTEM series consists of 3 distinct products with different features: ELM,Robot,SC.

The PRECISION SYSTEM series of linear units are self-sustaining profile systems made of extruded aluminum and steel for the TK series, able to ensure excellent precision. The motion is achieved by means of precision rolled recirculating ball screws with preloaded or non preloaded ball nuts, depending on the models. Using the recirculating ball bearing technology for the screws and the rails ensures great performance to the linear actuators, such as: High precision and high axial forces High mechanical performance Low wear and tear Low resistance to movement High speed (for long pitch screws) The Precision System series consists of 4 distinct products with different features: TH, TT, TV, TK. PRECISION SYSTEM - TH TH linear actuators are rigid and compact, ball screw driven linear units, enabling high positioning accuracy and repeatability in all process phases with optimal performance assured, with a repeatability within 5 µm. Thrust force transmission is achieved by means of...

The ECO SYSTEM units are linear actuators made of a self-sustaining extruded aluminum frame and are driven by a polyurethane belt with AT metric profile steel inserts. Three different sizes available: 60mm, 80mm, 100mm Version available with recirculating ball bearing or roller rails Reduced weight ensured by the light frame and the aluminum sliders High sliding speed The ECO SYSTEM series actuators are offered with two motion systems: ECO SYSTEM – SP Featuring a maintenance free recirculating linear guide rail fitted inside the profile. ECO SYSTEM – CI Featuring four rollers with a Gothic arch outer profile sliding on hardened steel bars placed inside the profile. Main fields of application for Eco System linear units: Automation Packaging Industrial machinery

The SMART SYSTEM linear actuators feature a self-sustaining anodized aluminum frame and steel re-enforced driving belt. This is a series of highly cost effective linear units, featuring high performance combined with a carefully planned simple construction. High load capacity,High speeds and accelerations, High admissible tipping moments, Low friction ,Low noise The SMART SYSTEM series consists of 3 distinct products with different features: E-SMART, R-SMART, S-SMART. SMART SYSTEM – E-SMART .

International patent registered for the CLEAN ROOM SYSTEM line (DIN EN ISO 14644-1) The CLEAN ROOM SYSTEM units are linear actuators with belt driven transmission and are specifically designed for Clean Room applications They are supplied with a certificate issued by the IPA Fraunhofer Institute in Stuttgard, which certifies compliance with class ISO 3 (DIN EN ISO 14644-1), or with class Fed Std 0.01 (FED 209 E). The system prevents particles from being discharged in the environment where the linear unit is located. This has been achieved by using a special straight seal that closes the horizontal opening where the slider moves, as well as by the operation of a 0.8 vacuum pump connected to 2 vacuum pipes located inside the drive head and the idle head. The system allows vacuum to be generated inside the unit so that any particles released when the system is operating are sucked towards the air filtration areas. Clean Room System linear actuators components are all made of...

DryLin® T linear guide systems were specially developed for applications in automation and handling systems. The design objective was a rugged linear guide for application in the most diverse - and also extreme - environments. They have the same dimensions as most recirculating ball bearing guides. Technical data Gliding elements: Maintenance-free Material: iglidur® J * Max. surface speed: 15 m/s Operating temperature: -40°C to +90°C *Other materials on request 1 Profile rail and base body of the carriage made of aluminum. The rail is hard-anodized, the aluminum base body of the carriage is clear anodized. 2 Six gliding elements made of iglidur® J serve as guide bearings, which are positioned opposite to each other in pairs and make up 3 guide bearings. 3 Alternatively, bearing clearance is continuously adjustable 4 All steel parts are stainless steel 5 The lid is made of solid plastic or stainless steel DryLin® T - Technical data DryLin® T - Clearance adjustment DryLin® TWBM hand clamp DryLin® T - Design rules DryLin® T - Automatic clearance adjustment DryLin® linear guide systems in the cleanroom DryLin® T - Applications DryLin® T - System design DryLin® T - Installation videos System selection & service life calculation DryLin® T - Adjustable clearance The DryLin® T standard version is supplied preset and can be put into operation at once. The user can also manually adjust or fine-tune the clearance of the linear guide. The individual adjustment for your application, as well as the potential to respond to uneven screw surfaces through specific clearance allowance. DryLin® T - Adjustable clearance DryLin® T - Automatic DryLin® T carriages of the automatic version have a mechanism that automatically adjusts the bearing clearance after removal of the preload key. In case a bearing clearance of more than 0.13 mm has to be adjusted during operation, the bearing clearance automatically resets itself when the carriage is completely unloaded. DryLin® T - Automatic DryLin® TW-HKA manual clamp The manual clamp has been developed for simple tasks. The creep behavior of the clamped plastic causes a slackening in clamping force over time (up to 70%). Therefore safety-related parts should not be clamped. Please approach our applications consultant if you require other options for the clamping. DryLin® T - Manual clamping Drylin® T - Heavy Duty This series is used for the most extreme conditions such as dirt, adhesive residues, chips, mud, etc. The plastic gliding elements made of iglidur® J are fixed in the lid and are therefore non-detachable. This system is compatible with many standard commercial recirculating ball bearing systems and is available in the following sizes: TW-01-20, TW-01-25 and TW-01-30. DryLin® T Heavy Duty DryLin® T - Low-profile guide The clearance is not adjustable for the DryLin® T low profile guide rails. The gliding elements are mounted with positive fit in the chromated zinc carriage. This simple and effective design enables guides that are rugged and low-priced at the same time. DryLin® T - Low-profile guide DryLin® T - Compact linear guide This compact linear guide is suitable for rugged use (without clearance adjustment). This system has a slim design and the same dimensions as conventional recirculating ball bearing systems. The plastic gliding elements made of iglidur® J are fixed in the lid and are therefore undetachable. Suitable for DryLin® T guide rail of installation size 20. DryLin® T - Compact linear guide DryLin® TWBM - Manual clamping with high holding force This manual clamping is designed for a long-lasting high holding force of up to 500 N per clamping element. DryLin® TWBM hand clamp DryLin® T clamping elements for rail guide DryLin® T clamping elements for fast positioning by hand or with pneumatics. DryLin® T clamping element DryLin® T linear guide systems were specially developed for applications in automation and handling systems. The design objective was a rugged linear guide for application in the most diverse - and also extreme - environments. They have the same dimensions as most recirculating ball bearing guides. Technical data Gliding elements: Maintenance-free Material: iglidur® J * Max. surface speed: 15 m/s Operating temperature: -40°C to +90°C *Other materials on request 1 Profile rail and base body of the carriage made of aluminum. The rail is hard-anodized, the aluminum base body of the carriage is clear anodized. 2 Six gliding elements made of iglidur® J serve as guide bearings, which are positioned opposite to each other in pairs and make up 3 guide bearings. 3 Alternatively, bearing clearance is continuously adjustable 4 All steel parts are stainless steel 5 The lid is made of solid plastic or stainless steel Advantages: 100 % lubricant-free Adjustable bearing clearance Automatic clearance adjustment High static load capacity Service life up to 50,000 km without lubrication High dirt resistance Low vibration and low noise When not to use ? When you want to save installation space drylin® N drylin® W When you need a pure stainless steel solution drylin® W drylin® R When you want to construct as economical as possible drylin® N drylin® W

The drive technology online configurator gives you the right drive technology system after you enter your requirements. You also have the option of requesting or ordering motors and other accessories, such as the motor control system. - Fast and easy configuration - Optional accessories - Detailed parts list - Fast delivery

dryve motor control - Connect, select, control... Precise positioning, endless movements, continuous end-to-end movements - simply defined with the new control for drylin® E linear systems from igus®. - No software or app installation necessary - Quick commissioning - Compatible with numerous industrial controls (e.g. Siemens S7 / Beckhoff) - For stepper motors - Cost-effective

dryve motor control - Connect, select, control... Precise positioning, endless movements, continuous end-to-end movements - simply defined with the new control for drylin® E linear systems from igus®. - No software or app installation necessary - Quick commissioning - Compatible with numerous industrial controls (e.g. Siemens S7 / Beckhoff) - For stepper motors - Cost-effective

dryve motor control system - select, click, control... Travel distances, positions, speeds, operating times - easily defined with the new igus® web-based control system for drylin® E linear systems. - No software or app installation necessary, fast commissioning - Control possible via smartphone (browser), tablet or laptop - Simple and intuitive user interface, control system set up in just a few minutes - Compatible with numerous industrial controllers (e.g. Siemens S7/Beckhoff) - For DC, EC and stepper motors - Cost-effective

Lightning fast opening and closing with Zipper E-Chain® und E-Tubes - Zipper E-Chain® satisfy by their practicability and performance. The "zip fastening" function shortens the installation time. The small pitch, the rugged elastic zipper band and the heavy duty links amaze in high accelerations. The Zipper series is one of the most popular igus® E-Chain® series in the sophisticated industrial sectors. Other information Series 047 Inner height hi: 9 mm Inner widths Bi: 10 - 16 mm bending radii R: 18 - 38 mm Pitch: 13 mm E-Chain®, rip-open along the outer radius Series 07 Inner height hi: 10,3 mm Inner widths Bi: 6 - 64 mm bending radii R: 18 - 48 mm Pitch: 20 mm E-Chain®, rip-open along the outer radius Series 09 Inner height hi: 15 mm Inner widths Bi: 10 - 50 mm bending radii R: 28 - 48 mm Pitch: 20 mm E-Chain®, rip-open along the outer radius Series 15 Inner height hi: 17 mm Inner widths Bi: 15 - 100 mm bending radii R: 38 - 180 mm Pitch: 30,5 mm E-Chain®, rip-open along the outer radius Series 17 Inner height hi: 32 mm Inner widths Bi: 15 - 100 mm bending radii R: 63 - 125 mm Pitch: 30,5 mm E-Chain®, rip-open along the outer radius Series R07 Inner height hi: 10,3 mm Inner widths Bi: 10 - 50 mm bending radii R: 38 - 48 mm Pitch: 20 mm E-Tube, rip-open along the outer radius Series R09 Inner height hi: 15 mm Inner widths Bi: 10 - 50 mm bending radii R: 48 - 100 mm Pitch: 20 mm E-Tube, rip-open along the outer radius Series R15 Inner height hi: 17 mm Inner widths Bi: 25 - 80 mm bending radii R: 63 - 180 mm Pitch: 30,5 mm E-Tube, rip-open along the outer radius Series R17 Inner height hi: 32 mm Inner widths Bi: 15 - 63 mm bending radii R: 63 - 125 mm Pitch: 30,5 mm E-Tube, rip-open along the outer radius Clean room Class 1 (ISO class 3) for Series 15, tested by the Dryden Engineering Company, California. iF-Design-Award for Zipper-Design UL94-V0 classification on request 58 dB(A) determined at the igus® laboratory, v = 1.0 m/s unsupported, Series 09.50.028.0 Lightning fast opening and closing with Zipper E-Chain® und E-Tubes - Zipper E-Chain® satisfy by their practicability and performance. The "zip fastening" function shortens the installation time. The small pitch, the rugged elastic zipper band and the heavy duty links amaze in high accelerations. The Zipper series is one of the most popular igus® E-Chain® series in the sophisticated industrial sectors. Series 047 Inner height hi: 9 mm Inner widths Bi: 10 - 16 mm bending radii R: 18 - 38 mm Pitch: 13 mm E-Chain®, rip-open along the outer radius Series 07 Inner height hi: 10,3 mm Inner widths Bi: 6 - 64 mm bending radii R: 18 - 48 mm Pitch: 20 mm E-Chain®, rip-open along the outer radius Series 09 Inner height hi: 15 mm Inner widths Bi: 10 - 50 mm bending radii R: 28 - 48 mm Pitch: 20 mm E-Chain®, rip-open along the outer radius Series 15 Inner height hi: 17 mm Inner widths Bi: 15 - 100 mm bending radii R: 38 - 180 mm Pitch: 30,5 mm E-Chain®, rip-open along the outer radius Series 17 Inner height hi: 32 mm Inner widths Bi: 15 - 100 mm bending radii R: 63 - 125 mm Pitch: 30,5 mm E-Chain®, rip-open along the outer radius Series R07 Inner height hi: 10,3 mm Inner widths Bi: 10 - 50 mm bending radii R: 38 - 48 mm Pitch: 20 mm E-Tube, rip-open along the outer radius Series R09 Inner height hi: 15 mm Inner widths Bi: 10 - 50 mm bending radii R: 48 - 100 mm Pitch: 20 mm E-Tube, rip-open along the outer radius Series R15 Inner height hi: 17 mm Inner widths Bi: 25 - 80 mm bending radii R: 63 - 180 mm Pitch: 30,5 mm E-Tube, rip-open along the outer radius Series R17 Inner height hi: 32 mm Inner widths Bi: 15 - 63 mm bending radii R: 63 - 125 mm Pitch: 30,5 mm E-Tube, rip-open along the outer radius E-Chain® selection aids You can find the right E-Chain® quickly by entering concrete parameters and with the aid of a comparison table. Selection aids Installation instructions Joining and separating of the Zipper E-Chain®. Assembly Instructions Application examples Applications in various industrial sectors and in the igus® test laboratory. Zipper Zipper E-Chain® Short installation time: Lightning fast opening and closing of lids with zipper Zipper lid can be separated and joined in any chain link Small pitch for low-noise, silent operation High accelerations: 100 m/s² and more Interior separation possible Zipper E-Tube resistant against chips and dirt Closed E-Tube with zip-open system Protection against dirt and chips Lightning fast opening of the lid in a band Modular design - simple lengthening and shortening Small division for low-noise, silent operation, high accelerations Typical industrial sectors and applications Automatic insertion machines Semiconductor devices Linear motors, handling systems Any kind of technical equipment Measuring instruments Machine tools (Zipper E-tube) Clean room Class 1 (ISO class 3) for Series 15, tested by the Dryden Engineering Company, California. iF-Design-Award for Zipper-Design UL94-V0 classification on request 58 dB(A) determined at the igus® laboratory, v = 1.0 m/s unsupported, Series 09.50.028.0

Challenger 506D is fully automatic mechanical linear system It’s designed for filling liquid or pasty products in plastic bucket With five work stations: Adding buckets, filling, adding covers, pressing cover, Exiting

Challenger 200B is semi automatic linear system It’s designed for filling liquid or pasty products in plastic jar With five work stations: Adding jar on conveyor manually, filling, adding covers on jar manually, sealing cover (induction seal), Exiting.

For our bearing assemblies and linear systems, we use high-quality lubricants as standard that are suitable for most applications. Special operating conditions require special lubricants. Standard and special greases are available in the respective container sizes from us as accessories. They can be used when our bearing elements are used for the first time or for relubricating slewing rings.

thicknessGAUGE sensor systems are used to measure the thickness of strip materials in-line. Several models with different sensor types, measuring ranges and measuring widths enable inline thickness measurements of different materials and surfaces. The systems uses two confocal distance sensors which detect the strip thickness with high precision. The sensors are precisely aligned to each other and factory-calibrated. By means of a linear axis, the thicknessGAUGE sensor systems can be moved to measure the thickness across the entire strip width. Their extremely compact design enables integration into confined spaces.

The AViTEQ Hopper discharge unit is used below hoppers, silos, bunkers or bulk containers for flowable bulk materials and serves as a combined closure, discharge, transportation and metering device. It is used where high material flows are required. Short hopper discharge units are mounted directly below the bulk hopper. Depending on the bulk material, the discharge unit can be fitted with appropriate protective linear and sealing systems. Advantages & benefits robust design and therefore long-lasting variable feeding speed with magnetic vibrator for optimal dosing to the process bunker closure without additional barriers arrangment central below the bunker run, simple and professional installation possible upon request, in a dust-tight design to save the environment Construction The main components are: conveyor bunker shoe for product guiding inside the feeder drive elastic support elements optional: flexible sealings optional: needle or blade gate for closing Selection The s

The great variety of contact shoe shapes and materials means there are very few limits in terms of applications. Which linear current transmission system are you working on at the moment? Amongst other applications, our collector shoes are in use on power rails and current collectors, as grounding contacts, or for electrifying port cranes (E-RTG). One special feature: MACK contact shoes can be plastic coated if required. This provides partial insulation and enables perfect coordination throughout the whole system. Exactly as you need it.

Magnetic motor feedback systems are proving themselves in numerous applications in linear drive technology, handling systems, circuit board assembly, robotics and in a wide range of automation solutions in the context of Industry 4.0. In all of these areas, the speed and/or position of a drive must be communicated to a main controller in real time. The ultra compact LEC100 and LEC200 sensor duo has been developed by SIKO for these requirements. Repeat accuracy max. ±1 μm. max. resolution 0.2 µm (LD output circuit). Reading distance ≤0.2 mm. Works with MB100/1 magnetic tape. Signal period 1000 μm. Output circuit sin/cos or LD. Function and status display LEDs.

The Keiper UNITRANS conveyor belt series can be fitted with numerous different entraining elements and tracking guides. Entraining elements are used for ascending or descending conveyor systems, linear movements and when lateral forces occur. With these elements it is easier to carry along, transport and place the products to be conveyed. Tracking guides are used to ensure directionally correct and stable guiding of the belt on the conveying system and to prevent the conveyor belt from running off. Conveyor belt entraining element or tracking guides made of PVC and PU in blue, white, green, petrol or transparent. V-shape, rectangular or block tracking guides. Smooth or notched design. Depending on the design, oil and grease resistant, with FDA/EU approval.

The Keiper UNITRANS conveyor belt series can be fitted with numerous different cleats and entraining elements. Cleats and entraining elements are used for ascending or descending conveyor systems, linear movements and whenever lateral forces occur. With these elements it is easier to carry along, transport and place the products to be conveyed. Conveyor belt cleats made of PVC and PU – with or without fabric interlayers – in blue, white, green, petrol or transparent. Depending on the design, they are resistant to oil and grease, have FDA/EU approval. PVC/PU cleats made of belt material can be produced in a straight design or with an inclination of approximately 60° or 80° respectively. We also have a wide range of special cleats such as, for example: PVC 60° Shore A, closed-loop cleats, profiled cleats made of belt material, fabric and felt cleats, and special forms based on the customer’s requirements.

High resolution magnetic absolute linear encoder system for CNC machine tools with robust design. The read head is guided contactless without ball bearing Measuring lengths: 70mm - 3.770mm Accuracy: 3+3ML/1.000 µm(p-p) Max. Resolution: 5nm Max. Response speed: 200m/min Extremely robust against vibration and shock Insensitive to contamination such as oil, water, moisture and dust due to the magnetic operating principle Same thermal expansion behavior as steel or cast iron machine bed Compatible with serial protocols from Fanuc, Mitsubishi and Siemens Siemens DriveCliQ version is Functional Safety certified

In 1978, Novotechnik introduced the term Microlinearity, which is defined as the maximum linearity variation within a travel or angular increment that amounts - as with smoothness measurement - to 1 % of the electrical range if nothing to the contrary is defined. Microlinearity is indicated as a percentage of the absolute voltage that is applied. Fig. 11 illustrates the characteristic obtained for a potentiometer with a microlinearity error. This was evaluated by a computer-supported system while making linearity measurements. The travel increments are super-imposed on the linearity curve and have an overlap of at least 50 %. Contrary to a smoothness measurement, the error here is pureley a linearity error that describes the maximum error within a defined increment. Microlinearity does not, however, make it possible to determine whether a potentiometer will be suitable for a particular applications because any variations in gradient (sensitivity) can only be determined with...