300 Series Linear Slide CAD Files



Helix Linear Technologies' 300 Series Linear Slides provide a compact, integrated solution for applications requiring accurate, repeatable linear movement. Combining precision guide rods, a screw-driven carriage, and motorized actuation, these linear slides help engineers simplify motion system design while maintaining reliable positioning performance.





How 300 Series Linear Slides Work



The 300 Series uses a lead screw or ball screw mechanism to convert rotational motion from a stepper motor into controlled linear travel. Parallel guide rods support and stabilize the moving carriage, helping maintain alignment and minimize unwanted movement during operation.



The integrated design combines several essential motion components into a single assembly:



• Stepper Motor: Provides controlled rotational movement for accurate positioning.
• Lead Screw or Ball Screw: Converts motor rotation into linear motion to move the carriage.
• Linear Guide Rods: Support the carriage and maintain alignment throughout its travel.
• Moving Carriage: Provides a mounting surface for the load or equipment being positioned.
• End Supports: Maintain structural stability and support the motion assembly.





Applications and Industries



The 300 Series Linear Slides can be incorporated into a variety of automated equipment and precision positioning systems.



• Medical & Life Sciences: Laboratory automation, diagnostic instruments, sample positioning, and testing equipment.
• Industrial Automation: Pick-and-place systems, automated assembly, and production line positioning.
• Robotics: Controlled linear movement for robotic mechanisms, tooling, and material transfer.
• Semiconductor & Electronics: Component positioning, inspection equipment, and precision assembly.
• Aerospace & Defense: Test fixtures, instrumentation, and automated positioning systems.
• Packaging & Material Handling: Product alignment, sorting mechanisms, and automated transfer equipment.





Simplifying Linear Motion System Design



By integrating guidance and actuation into one assembly, Helix 300 Series Linear Slides can reduce the need to source and align separate motion components. Engineers can select a drive configuration based on application requirements such as travel distance, load, speed, and positioning accuracy.



Whether developing compact laboratory equipment or automated industrial machinery, the 300 Series offers a practical solution for achieving smooth, controlled, and repeatable linear motion.