Lead Screws
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Automated Reel and Feeder Positioners
In SMT (surface-mount technology) assembly lines, reels and feeders deliver thousands of components per hour to pick-and-place machines. To maintain efficiency and minimize downtime, automated reel and feeder positioners must handle precise loading, alignment, and indexing to ensure seamless transitions between reels and consistent part delivery.
Feed Smoothly. Change Quickly. Keep Production Moving.
Helix linear actuators and screws provide the precision needed for automated reel changeovers, accurate feeder alignment, and consistent indexing in fast-paced SMT lines. This ensures uninterrupted component delivery, reduced downtime, and greater throughput across high-volume production environments.
Designed for speed, reliability, and ease of integration, Helix parts help electronics OEMs and machine builders support continuous operation and reduce line interruptions.
Key Benefits:
- Smooth, programmable motion for reel indexing and feeder positioning
- High-repeatability actuators ensure exact component alignment
- Compact form factors ideal for dense, modular SMT machine layouts
- Long-lasting components built for 24/7 high-volume production
Helix delivers the motion that keeps your feeders aligned and your production flowing so your assembly line never skips a beat.
Product Groups
Lead Screw Nuts
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Metric Ball Screws
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Stepper Motor Actuators
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Custom Motion Components for Electronics OEMs
Helix Linear Technologies partners with electronics OEMs to design and manufacture custom linear motion components like lead screws, ball screws, linear guides, and actuators that are tailored for high-speed, high-precision automation. Whether you're building pick-and-place machines, test fixtures, dispensing systems, or wafer-handling robots, our motion solutions deliver repeatable performance with tight tolerances and long service life.
Our engineering team collaborates closely with manufacturers to meet the unique demands of their applications, offering customization options in materials, coatings, travel, force, and mounting configurations to suit every stage of electronics production.
Key Benefits:
✦ Sub-micron motion control for SMT, inspection, and bonding systems
✦ Cleanroom-compatible components for semiconductor and optical assembly
✦ Compact, modular actuator designs for dense, multi-axis automation
✦ Built for continuous operation in high-speed, high-precision environments
Helix delivers the motion that makes modern electronics possible and empowering OEMs to innovate, automate, and lead with confidence.
Testimonials
Precision That Powers Automation
"Your stepper motor linear actuators deliver unparalleled performance and precision, a game-changer for our automation needs."
Alan Perry, Stryker
Driving Innovation Through Collaboration
"The level of responsiveness from your sales engineer and the innovative engineering support provided during the purchase of our custom lead screw were outstanding. Our partnership has truly elevated our product development."
Ken Matthews, Johnson & Johnson
Expert Support for Complex Medical Engineering
"Your team's customer service went above and beyond, guiding us through the intricate process of custom ball screw engineering. The result? A precision-engineered ball screw that seamlessly integrated into our medical equipment, enhancing its reliability and performance. Kudos to your expertise and exceptional support.”"
John Sidlow, GE Medical
Precision That Powers Automation
"Your stepper motor linear actuators deliver unparalleled performance and precision, a game-changer for our automation needs."
Alan Perry, Stryker
Driving Innovation Through Collaboration
"The level of responsiveness from your sales engineer and the innovative engineering support provided during the purchase of our custom lead screw were outstanding. Our partnership has truly elevated our product development."
Ken Matthews, Johnson & Johnson
Expert Support for Complex Medical Engineering
"Your team's customer service went above and beyond, guiding us through the intricate process of custom ball screw engineering. The result? A precision-engineered ball screw that seamlessly integrated into our medical equipment, enhancing its reliability and performance. Kudos to your expertise and exceptional support.”"
John Sidlow, GE Medical
