Lead Screws
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PCB Depaneling Machines
In high-volume electronics manufacturing, depaneling machines are used to separate individual printed circuit boards (PCBs) from multi-board panels after assembly. These systems must deliver smooth, precise linear motion to ensure clean cuts without damaging components, traces, or solder joints.
Cut Clean. Move Precisely. Protect Every Trace.
Helix Linear Technologies supplies precision lead screws, ball screws, and linear actuators that drive the motion behind rotary blade, router, and laser-based depaneling systems. Our components support fine control over feed rates, depth of cut, and tool positioning to ensure accurate separation with minimal stress on the PCB.
Built for continuous duty cycles and tight-tolerance operations, Helix motion systems help OEMs design depaneling machines that balance speed, accuracy, and board protection.
Key Benefits:
- Smooth, vibration-minimized motion protects delicate PCB features
- High repeatability for accurate cuts across large panel batches
- Compact designs support integration into tabletop or inline systems
- Customizable travel lengths and speeds for various panel sizes and cut profiles
Helix powers the precision cuts that finish your boards right helping you deliver quality electronics from start to final snap.
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
