Linear Motion
BALL SCREW SUPPORT UNIT
Component used to fix and hold the ball screw in position during operation. Ball screw supports are necessary to provide stability and precision in the transmission of linear motion.
Applications
Some of the sectors in which ball screw supports are needed are as follows:
- Industrial automation: used in industrial robots, handling systems and linear conveyors. These systems require precise and repeatable positioning for assembly, palletizing, material handling and other tasks.
- Packaging: Used in packaging and labeling machines to ensure precise linear movements and controlled speeds during processes.
- Semiconductor industry: Used in cutting, engraving, inspection and assembly machines. These systems demand highly precise and controlled positioning to achieve microelectronics and high-precision manufacturing.
MISUMI inCAD Library
Example No. 000031
In this application we see a two-axis positioning machine
for the assembly of a plate.
The supports ensure the correct position of the ball screws
and allow a stable rotation of the ball screws.
Features
The ball screw support consists of several parts, including a base or housing that mounts to the machine frame and bearings or other support elements that hold the ball screw in place. These bearings allow the ball screw to rotate smoothly and accurately, minimizing friction and wear.
Set of square supports
The fixed side is installed at the motor position.
The support side is installed on the screw end.
Support forms
Square
Round
Designed for mounting on a base.
Ideal for wall mounting horizontally or vertically
Ball screw supports are specifically designed to work in conjunction with ball screws and are selected according to the specifications and requirements of the application in which will be used. Below are the series of supports that MISUMI has available:
| Series | Example | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Standard |  |
Most common model |
| Reduces costs |  |
Reduce your cost by exchanging the angular contact bearing for a radial one |
| For use in limited spaces |  |
Reduces the size of the housing |
| Assembly reduction |  |
Brackets that add an additional mechanism for ease of use and assembly |
Fixed side
Support side
d
Machined screw diameter
L
Thickness
B
Width
h
Mounting height
Elements of the supports
A set of ball screw bases consists of a fixed side and a support side, each composed of several elements:
| # | Component | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| ① | Housing | 1 |
| ② | Angular contact bearing | 1 set |
| ③ | Cover | 1 |
| ④ | Oil seal | 2 |
| ⑤ | Hexagonal screws | 4 |
| ⑥ | Collarin | 1 |
| ⑦ | Adjusting nut | 1 |
| # | Component | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| ① | Housing | 1 |
| ② | Radial bearing | 1 set |
| ③ | Retainer Ring | 1 |
Materials and Surface Finishes
All MISUMI supports for ball screw are made of carbon steel due to its good mechanical strength, ideal for supporting loads and maintaining ball screw stability during operation. The hardness it handles can resist wear and deformation under repetitive loads and movements, which is important to ensure a long service life. The following are the finishes we have available:
| Material | Surface finish | Image | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carbon Steel | Low temperature black chrome plating/bluinga |  |
Black color appearance, greatly improves it is resistance to corrosion. |
| Electrodeless nickel plating |  |
Silver yellowish appearance, improves it is resistance to corrosion, but to a lesser extent than bluing. |
MISUMI Benefits
- Configurable components
Standard and globally valid part number 3D
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