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Heason Launches Thomson 400-Series Linear Motion Guide Bearing
Date: 01 February 2011
Heason Technology 's wide range of precision positioning components now includes the 400-Series ball profile linear guide bearing system which was recently launched by its distribution partner, the mechanical linear motion industry leader Thomson
Aimed at cost-sensitive applications across
industrial automation, including pick and place, materials
handling, packaging equipment and transport technology, the new
cost-effective linear motion guide is a drop-in replacement for
competitive brands with industry standard fixing dimensions and a
symmetrical 45 degree rail profile for equal load carrying capacity
in all directions and improved tolerance for mounting surface
inaccuracies.
The range covers six nominal rail widths from 15 mm to 45 mm in
stock lengths of 4000 mm and a wide choice of carriage styles
including narrow and extra long variants to match application
requirements. With individual carriage load capacity between 9 kN
and 130 kN (approx.) and a choice of two accuracy and two preload
grades for precision and load matching, notable features for the
400-series include a polymer lined ball-return tube that reduces
noise and vibration, and individual ball track lubricant channels
that maximise lubrication effectiveness.
The range also benefits from a very wide selection of options and
accessories to optimise the performance and costs of the installed
bearing system. These include a carriage with caged ball-spacing
retainer option for increased running smoothness and lower noise at
high speeds, as well as a standard non-caged version for general
purpose use. Whilst the standard build specification for all
carriages include double lip end and longitudinal seals that retain
lubrication while protecting the bearing from contamination,
additional rubber wipers and metal scrapers are available for
increased durability in harsh environmental conditions. For
improved corrosion resistance, hard-chrome plating is also
available.
Heason Technology is a Premier Partner programme member with
Thomson and offers complete sales, technical support and service
across its range of linear bearings and power transmission
equipment. Heason also represents a number other leading motion
control equipment manufacturers and through its own in house design
and assembly service provides customised electro-mechanical
positioning system solutions for challenging applications across,
aerospace, automotive, defence, robotics, process control,
packaging, motorsports and many more.