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Linear guides
Linear guides are essential support elements of a 3D printer or other CNC machines, allowing for precise movement along a single axis.
It is recommended to use linear guides in the manufacturing and production of equipment where the primary criterion is the accuracy of the movement of working components.
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Linear Guides: Features and Usage
If your CNC machine or 3D printer is equipped with linear guides, it means that your equipment is capable of producing items with maximum accuracy. This is possible due to the specialized design of linear guides. They provide not only the highest smoothness and precision in the movement of the machine's working blocks but also can withstand high loads without losing production accuracy.
To ensure the long service life of linear guides, it is crucial to keep the device clean and regularly lubricate it. This is due to the constant frictional force and the weight of the machine's working components acting on the linear guides during operation.
Pay attention! If you notice that the linear guides are squeaking, working jerkily, or there is play during operation, immediately replace the bearings or the entire linear guide. Do not postpone this, as it will only worsen over time.
Types of Guides
Guides can have a variety of designs. The most widely used types include:
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Ball Screw (BSU): One of the simplest and most common types of guides. It consists of a long screw similar to a stud and a nut. The nut is a complex device equipped with bearings, an anti-play system, and a return mechanism.
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Guide Shafts and Support Shafts: This type of guide has a relatively low coefficient of friction due to the use of linear bearings. In terms of precision class, guide shafts fall between ball screws and linear guides. However, their cost is significantly lower than that of linear guides.
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Linear Guides: Characterized by high precision in movement and capable of withstanding substantial loads. The coefficient of friction is slightly higher than that of guide shafts, but with proper maintenance, the load on the motor is minimal.
Applications of Linear Guides
- Medical equipment
- CNC machines and 3D printers
- Industrial milling and lathe machines
- Instruments for high-precision measurements
- Devices for manufacturing miniature products
When selecting guides for your machine, pay special attention to their specifications, as there are numerous guides available with various sizes designed for specific tasks.
Purchase Linear Guides at 3DTrade online store
The online store 3DTrade offers a wide range of guides for different applications. All products are of high quality. We immediately inspect the products for backlash and quality upon arrival at the warehouse. If you have any questions, feel free to call us, and we will help you find everything you need!