Helix Linear Technologies designs and manufactures custom lead screws and Acme screws in various materials, including stainless steel, alloy, titanium, and aluminum. We manufacture these precision pro
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Helix Linear Technologies is currently celebrating its fourth year manufacturing the small diameter Power AC Acme Screw product line (lead screws under 5/8" in diameter). Power AC Precision Acme Lead
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The Answer: Lead Accuracy Lead accuracy is the difference between the actual distances traveled versus the theoretical distance traveled based on lead. Obviously, the better the lead accuracy, the b
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In short, a linear actuator is a device that creates linear (straight) motion. From highly complex applications to the most straightforward button pressing applications, small linear actuators are use
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Proper lubrication is the key to the continued performance and reliability of lead screw assemblies. Prolong acme screw assembly reliability and life The coefficient of friction, wear life, and result
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Motion and Position Control Acme screws are a mainstay for supplying motion and positioning control in many types of machinery, including CNC milling machines, lathes, syringe pumps, linear actuators,
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Motion-driven automation environments Today’s emotion-driven automation environments demand effective linear motion control systems, such as lead screws and ball screws. Although lead screws are often
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High-end, motion control lead screw applications only perform as anticipated when the screw is matched with the proper acme nut—whether the acme nut is available as a standard component or produced
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Most design engineers know that a mechanical linear actuator is a device that converts rotary motion into linear movement—such as lead screws, ball screws, and acme screws. But do you know how fast a
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Acme lead screws small size doubles duty Helix has recently introduced its precision miniature lead screw designs for light load medical device design and applications that deliver fast speed and cl
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Acme screws provide distinct advantages for many of today’s linear motion applications, such as the motion control systems incorporated in many lead screw medical devices. In addition to offering rel
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Selecting the right motion control system can often mean the difference between success and failure. To optimize performance, reliability, maintenance requirements, and service life, design engineers
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