Single Start Leadscrews

One continuous thread helix per revolution: fine pitch, precise linear positioning.

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Single Start Leadscrew

One continuous thread helix per revolution: fine pitch, precise linear positioning. Lead equals pitch.

Square Thread Leadscrew

Square thread leadscrews, Ø3 to 50 mm, pitch 1 to 10 mm, made by thread cutting to customer requirement.

Where it's used

Applications for single start leadscrews

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3D printer Z-axis

Leadscrews raise the print bed or gantry layer by layer with fine, repeatable steps.

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Operating mechanisms for switchgear

Worm reductions drive motorised isolators; leadscrews rack draw-out breakers in and out.

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Leadscrew-driven machine axes

Trapezoidal leadscrews and nuts move cross slides, tables and tailstocks on lathes and milling machines.

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Leadscrew linear actuators

How to choose the leadscrew and nut for a motor-driven linear actuator: lead for speed, self-locking for holding, diameter for length and load, and the right nut for accuracy and wear.

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Syringe and infusion pumps

Fine-pitch leadscrews with anti-backlash nuts push the syringe plunger at a precise, steady rate.

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Lab automation and analysers

Leadscrew drives position pipettes, sample stages and grippers in analysers and lab automation.

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