Nexen Group, Inc.
Nexen Group, Inc. (Vadnais Heights, MN) introduced the UniTrax motor-ready linear axis for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), machine builders and system integrators. The UniTrax linear axis is designed for zero-backlash linear motion, high travel speeds up to 4 m/s, lubrication-free operation up to 1 m/s and reduced engineering and assembly labor. It can be used in Cartesian robots, food processing equipment, gantry routers, laser and plasma cutting, welding, woodworking and nondestructive testing systems.
Features:
- Combines RPS drive system, guide rail and carriage plate into one unit, saving estimated 19 hours of component sizing, mounting design and assembly labor, while delivering zero backlash, ±20 µm repeatability and up to ±80 µm positional accuracy in fully supported top-mount configuration
- Achieves speeds up to 4 m/s without travel-length speed limitations of belt or ball-screw actuators, providing 1,000 N average thrust capacity and 2,000 N static thrust capacity
- Operates without lubrication at speeds up to 1 m/s, preventing debris adhesion in dirty environments and avoiding lubricant contamination in clean applications
- Available in nominal 1-meter and 1.5-meter lengths (with custom lengths under 1.5 m upon request) and supports optional second guide rail and larger carriage plate for increased load capacity
- Clamp-collar design that accepts shaft diameters up to 22 mm to accommodate gearheads up to Stober P4 size as well as smaller shafts
For more information, visit Nexen Group's website.
