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have introduced two new internally-guided belt-driven linear slides which
are available in lengths up to 6m long. Based on extruded aluminium profiles
of 60x60 and 80x80mm they feature 6mm and 8mm T-slots respectively for
attaching additional components or integrating into more complex structures.
These slim units have no finger-traps, the only moving part being a carriage
plate no wider than the outer section, and the drive belt which covers the
slot, effectively sealing it against dirt or dust ingress.
The bearing design consists of double-ball-bearing rollers running on 10mm
or 14mm shafts respectively, allowing speeds of up to 10m/s. The specially
constructed AT timing-belt produces an accuracy of +/-0.1mm, and has a
fabric covering which, in combination with a stainless-steel backing strip
on the return run, reduces noise and frictional losses.
Integration of limit switches is extremely simple: the moving carriage
assembly has a contact plate which passes over inductive proximity switches.
These switches are another specially designed product which fit into the
grooves of the profile and their position can therefore be adjusted before
finally clamping in position. Any cables can be hidden in the groove behind
a cover profile and up to four switches can be incorporated into each slide.
Routine maintenance is very easy. Lubrication is effected by accessing the
internal felt wipers from the side of the unit. Though normally not required
after the initial setting, belt tensioning is achieved by adjusting a
calibrated tensioning axle and the eccentric rollers are also easily
accessible.
For mounting motors, bolt-on drive sets are available which incorporate
couplings and motor-mounting plates. Also available are synchronising sets
for use when running a parallel pair of slides together, the linking shaft
being contained within a very neat cover where desired.
All parts required to build the KLE units are stocked in our factory in
Ripley, Derbyshire. Bespoke units can therefore be built to tight lead times
if necessary.
-CATALOGUE
Item
have introduced two new internally-guided belt-driven linear slides which
are available in lengths up to 6m long. Based on extruded aluminium profiles
of 60x60 and 80x80mm they feature 6mm and 8mm T-slots respectively for
attaching additional components or integrating into more complex structures.
These slim units have no finger-traps, the only moving part being a carriage
plate no wider than the outer section, and the drive belt which covers the
slot, effectively sealing it against dirt or dust ingress.