
Gear Motors
Built to Protect
The innovative Axenia Value Servo Actuator, designed and manufactured to meet the demands of demanding applications while adhering to EHEDG guidelines. This compact device brings significant enhancements to both process and machine reliability, ensuring optimal performance and availability. Crafted using high-quality stainless steel, it boasts exceptional resistance against a wide range of aggressive cleaning agents and disinfectants, guaranteeing long-lasting durability. The powerful combination of a planetary gearbox and servo motor delivers consistent and scalable performance, even in environments with varying maximum surface temperatures.
Model
This compact and powerful servo actuator is made from stainless steel in Hygienic Design consisting of a planetary gearbox and synchronous servo motor with a resolver, cable gland and cable, and a standard length of 2m.
Options
Choose from:
- Permanent magnet holding brake
- Absolute encoder EnDat 2.1 or Hiperface
- DRIVECLiQ (on request), EnDat 2.2, Hiperface DSL
- Temperature sensors PT1000 and PTC
- Intermediate circuit voltage 320 or 560 V DC
- Longer motor cables, fixed lengths up to 30 m
Benefits
- Direct and hygienic cleaning
- High process reliability
- Smaller machines or footprints
- No complicated encapsulation
- Fewer wearing parts in the machine
- Lower downtimes and safe operation
- Low maintenance and repair costs
- High connectivity thanks to large selection of motor encoders
Technical Specs
axenia value:
- 3 sizes
- Max. output speeds of up to 600 rpm
- Max. output torques of up to 200 Nm
- Max. motor performance 6.6 kW
- Overall length 260 to 370 mm

Independent Cart Conveyor Systems
In addition to independent cart freedom, you will now have the power to lay out your factory floor or lab they way you want it. Magnemover systems are built by piecing together straight and curved sections of track, along with unique “offramps” (spurs) giving you infinite flexibility in laying out your production workflow. High speed linear motor technology ensures that your system will be fast, precise and maintenance free.
Features:

- Independent Cart
- Cart Tracking
- Modular
- Speeds Up To 2 m/sec
- Repeatability +/- 0.05
- IP65 Washdown
- High Throughput – 200 – 300/ Minute
- Priority Routing
- Collision Avoidance

Industrial Robotics
Collaborative Robots
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High Speed Precision Robots
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High-Throughput/Heavy Industrial
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Servo Controlled Multi-Purpose Gripper
Nachi’s servo controlled multi-purpose gripper for handling robots. This product allows for the ability to pick multiple shapes and sizes without the need for tool changers, and dedicated tooling.
Technical highlights:
- Large and flexible variable stroke
- Useful measuring function
- Programmable grip force control flexibility
- E-Stop gripping protection
- Energy saving & environmentally friendly (it is an airless system)
Cable Management System
A-Trac is Nachi’s proprietary cable management system designed to simplify routing of power cables, pneumatic lines, water hoses, and signal cables to end of arm tooling. Cable managment simplifies robot dress by neatly consolidating all application dress requirements into an enclosed package while maintaining excellent range of motion. Nachi’s application packages with the A-TRAC system reduce many potential costs, provides a more compact layout, reduce cable and hose wear, and reduce installation, start-up, and maintenance time.
Nachi Robot Base
These are a high payload rotating table option, utilizing the Nachi robot base which allows for common spare parts with Nachi robots. They can be controlled as an optional external axis to any Nachi robot allowing easy programming, and reduced utility requirements to your cell.
Technical highlights:
- Large payloads (2000kg (TT2000), and 4000kg (TT4000) types)
- Simultaneous servo control with robot motion
- Optional motion locking device available
- Endless rotation allows elimination of unnecessary return motion
- Optional Rotary Joint (10 signals, 1 pneumatic port) available
Servo Motor Driven Auxiliary Axes
Connect servo motor driven auxiliary axis devices to Nachi Robots to extend application possibilities. Servo motor driven auxiliary axes are easily controlled and directly programmed through the full color touch screen Nachi teach pendant that comes standard with the advanced FD11 Robot Controller. Servo motor driven external axes typically connected to Nachi Robots include slider rails, spot welding guns, turn table mechanisms, grippers, welding positioners, and lifting mechanisms. Other devices can also be controlled using Nachi Servo Motors, Contact Nachi for additional information.
Robot Monitoring Unit (RMU)
RMU is a certified safety control unit that monitors robot speed and position in real time, capable of instantaneously stopping the robot when any abnormality is detected.
Software programmable work space limitation (safety compliant virtual fencing) helps to minimize floor space and fence requirements.
Allows operators to safely work directly with robots without shutting power off. Operators can directly load tooling on robot instead of intermediary tooling stations, drastically reducing tooling costs.
Eliminates the need for traditional safety devices including base limit zone rings and arm clear switches, interactive safety zones are fully programmable through software without installation of physical devices.
User defined work areas provide improved safety and flexibility not previously available with base limit zone rings and arm clear switches.
RMU is offered in two configurations for flexibility in safety controls design, RMU20-20 and RMU 20-30. RMU 20-20 offers 24v discreet wiring of safety communication signals. RMU 20-30 offers Ethernet safety network communication signals.
Multiple work zones can be user defined to interlock robot motion with peripheral safety equipment such as light curtains, laser sensors, and other equipment.
Detailed Product Description
The Robot Monitoring Unit (RMU20-20 & RMU20-30) is a Category 4 and PLe compliant system which monitors the robot position and speed so as to shut off the power to the robot when its position or speed are deemed to be irregular. The robot position monitoring system consists of safety circuits using microcomputers and semiconductors, and input/output signals, redundant safety signals and other signals from the process control panel are connected as the input/output signals from outside the robot controller. Control signals of emergency stop button, operation switches, and magnetic switch of the robot controller are connected as the internal input/output signals, and the unit has functions for monitoring the sequence and status. The robot monitoring unit is connected by a cable to the position encoder of the drive motor so that the unit can monitor the robot operations, and the system ensures that the robot will stop safely when the robot has operated irregularly.
Technical highlights:
- Improved safety through dual safety related signals
- Utilizes robot position & speed monitoring functions
- ISO10218 conformance supports collaborative work between humans & robots.
- Reduced safety signal cabling by using Safety Network CIP Safety on EtherNet/IP (Ethernet/IP Safety)
- Conforms to International Standard IEC 61508 SIL3 and Category 4 of ISO 13849-1 Ple

Servo Motors & Drives
Servo Drives |
Servo Motors |
Integrated Motors |
Servo Drives
servSD – Low Voltage Servo Drive
The servSD by STXI Motion is a ready-to-connect compact low voltage servo drive with an output current of up to 30A. Its small footprint enables space-saving and near-motor mounting, fitting easily within the tight space constraints of applications such as electronics assembly, medical devices, and AGVs/AMRs. Supporting common motor feedback types and STO functional safety, the servSD meets the full range of resolution and safe operation requirements from basic to highly dynamic applications.

CDHD2-LV – Low Voltage High Performance Servo Drive
The Servotronix CDHD2 servo drive family includes a series of low voltage servo drives rated at 20–90 VDC input power and up to 15 ARMS continues current. The CDHD2 LV drives offer the same robust mechanical design and high performance features as the CDHD2 VAC servo drives. The compact design enables space-saving and mounting near point-of-use, suitable for applications such as electronics assembly, medical devices, and mobile AGVs.

CDHD2 – High Performance Servo Drives
CDHD2 is the second generation of the CDHD servo drive family. It features ease of use and advanced control algorithms. The comprehensive feature set of the CDHD2 allows to build more accurate and more efficient machines.
CDHD2 current loop design achieves an industry leading frequency response of 3-5 kHz. Advanced autotuning reduces tracking error and settling time to almost zero, and an innovative anti-vibration algorithm eliminates mechanical resonance. CDHD2 supports virtually any motor, any feedback type, and any I/O requirement. It offers seamless commissioning through ServoStudio software or direct terminal access, with all–in-one tuning of current, velocity, and position control loops.

CDHD – High Performance Servo Drives
Hardware and software design innovations deliver superior servo performance, high power density, simple commissioning, and extensive versatility in a cost-effective package. CDHD features a new current loop design that achieves an industry leading frequency response of 3-5 kHz. Advanced autotuning reduces tracking error and settling time to almost zero, and an innovative anti-vibration algorithm eliminates mechanical resonance. CDHD supports virtually any motor, any feedback type, and any I/O requirement. It offers seamless commissioning through ServoStudio software or direct terminal access, with all–in-one tuning of current, velocity, and position control loops.

Servo Motors
PRHD2 – Highly Dynamic Servo Motors
Featuring the latest engineering and manufacturing technology, PRHD2 servo motors feature an innovative and patented 20 bit absolute encoder. The PRHD2 electro-mechanical design features low speed and torque ripple, minimal temperature rise, high torque density and high overload capacity.
PRHD2 servo motors are also offered as a perfectly matched servo bundle in combination with the CDHD and DDHD servo drive family. This bundle, which enables fast and easy commissioning, further enhances ease of use and value for machine builders.

mobiGM – Gearmotor for AGV/ AMR
The mobiGM is a comprehensive gear motor system for AGV and AMR manufacturers, which includes a high torque density brushless servo motor, a planetary gearbox, a spring-loaded brake, and an encoder.
This compact and integrated design allows saving space and simplifies the cabling and mechanical design of the mobile vehicle. Strong output bearings and a shock & vibration proof servo system ensure a powerful wheel traction and high durability. A low current consumption servo motor minimizes the recharging cycles and increases the mobility range.

Integrated Motors
stepIM – Integrated Closed Loop Steppers
With a cost-effective design and superior closed loop servo drive by Servotronix Motion Control, the stepIM provides an efficient and economical solution for applications that require the performance of a servo at the price level of a stepper. The stepIM significantly enhances the performance of the stepper motors, when compared to conventional open loop control. The integrated electronics control the stepper motor as a two phase BLDC motor, implementing position servo loop, velocity loop, DQ current control, as well as additional algorithms. Closed loop commutation, by means of an absolute singe-turn encoder, ensures optimal torque utilization at any speed.


KX-2 COLLABORATIVE ROBOT FEATURES
- Flexible
With 360° continuous rotation of the shoulder and wrist axes and a multi-link arm, the KX-2 offers extensive reach for effective use of the available space. The radial compactness of the KX-2 arm, combined with a wide reach, allows easy instrument accessibility and optimal instrument placement, leading to improved instrument density, easy serviceability and increased throughput.
- Easy to decontaminate
The KX-2 was developed with contamination minimization in mind. The sealed design is wipe-clean with no bug traps, making it well-suited for Biosafety Level 2 applications.
- High Safety
The KX-2 is ideal for use on an open bench as operator safety is assured – the KX-2 stops safely on human contact. The fully enclosed working mechanism ensures finger protection, making the robot fundamentally safe to use. The KX-2 is fully compliant with safety standards: ISO 10218–1:2011.
- Simple to set up and easy to use
The KX-2 can handle a wide range of labware from different types of plates to tip racks, tube racks, petri-dishes and T-flasks, making it the robot of choice for a variety of research applications, including synthetic biology, drug discovery and biotechnology. The counter-balanced arm of the KX-2 allows handling of full deep well plates at maximum extension for optimal use of the work envelope.
KX-2 LINEAR RAIL FEATURES
- High Speed
A maximum speed of 0.75 m/s allows the linear rail to move quickly from one end of a large system to the other, increasing efficiency.
- Quiet Operation
The helical planetary gearing and belt drive keeps audible noise to a minimum.
- Drag-to-Teach
Simply move the linear rail and robot to the correct position and with a touch of a button and the teaching is complete. Quick, simple, and revolutionary.
- Intelligent Motion Control
The linear rail and robot execute synchronized motion simultaneously. This improves efficiency and simplifies setup.
- Easy to Integrate
USB interface provides easy connection to host PC. Linear rail and KX2 can be added to existing systems, expanding capability and throughput.
- Standard I/O built-in
Digital and Analogue I/O available at the linear rail connector panel for interfacing and controlling other devices.
- Numerous Options
Every application is unique and with a wide selection of options including linear rail length and various KX2 robot options, the linear rail and robot can be tailored to your exact requirements.
KX-2 Brochure
Videos
Features plus Cycle Test | ||
KX-2 Training Part I: Unboxing | KX-2 Training Part II: Mounting | KX-2 Training Part III: Cables | KX-2 Training Part IV: Grippers |
KX-2 Training Part V: Installing Software | KX-2 Training Part VI: Software Control | KX-2 Training Part VII: Teaching Robot | |
User Manuals
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PSM-126 KX-2 Robot User’s Manual | Robot Control Software Instructions | KX-2 Rail & First-Generation KX-2 Robot Installation Instructions |

Planar Conveyors
ALP features:
- Absolute Traceabilty
- Uniquely Identifiable at All Times
- Hygenic Design
- Designed for Washdown
- Maintenance Free
- Contactless Motion, Works Anywhere
- Precise
- High Repeatability in all Axes
- Easy To Use
- Master the controls within a half day of training
- Unlimited Flexibility
- Drive anywhere on the path
- 6 DOF Versatility
- Integrated robotics functionality
- Built –In Intelligence
- Automatic Routing With Obstacle Avoidance
- Numerous Sizes
- Payload Capacity Ranges From .6kg – 14kg

Miniature 6 Axis Robot
MECA500-R3 System
The Meca500 is the world’s smallest, most compact and most precise six-axis industrial robot arm. It is about 330 mm with a weight of 4.5 kg and a payload of 0.5 kg. Unlike the typical industrial robot, which is a complex, stand-alone system that is to be programmed via proprietary programming language and interface, the Meca500 is controlled as an automation component, much like a smart electric gripper.
Highlights:
- Flexibility in mounting orientation
- Controller built in to base
- Easy control interface (like an automation component or electronic gripper)
- Payloads from 500g to 1 kilo depending on speeds etc.
- Reasonable pricing
- Repeatability of 5 microns
- Unlimited rotation on the end effector
- Gripper and power supply options
- 260 mm reach
- A Cat. 3 / PL d safety module with E stop and safety I/O interfaces
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MECA500-R3 System Brochure | MECA500-R3 System Flyer | MECA500-R3 System User Manual | MECA500-R3 System Program Manual |
Videos
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End-Effectors and EOAT
Effortlessly integrate your Meca500 industrial robot with our specially engineered end-effectors. All products are custom made for and fully-integrated with our Meca500 robot.
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MEGP 25E electric parallel gripper Developed in collaboration with SCHUNK, our highly compact electric parallel gripper is fully integrated with the Meca500 and features adjustable gripping velocity and force. |
MPM500 pneumatic module Our pneumatic module allows you to interface your Meca500 with various pneumatic tools. Use it to actuate pneumatic grippers, operate vacuum suction cups, or control automatic tool chargers. |
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Accessories
Easily integrate your Mecademic industrial robot using our range of accessories and tools. Custom-made exclusively for Mecademic robots!
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Adapter Plate for T‑Slotted Framing | Adjustable Kinematic Stops | USB 3-Axis Joystick |
Technical drawing | Technical drawing | Technical drawing |
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Demo Case | Storage/Travel Hard Case |

Custom Motors
Custom Motor Design Types
- Servo and Stepper
- AC Induction
- DC Brushed and Brushless
- Frameless
- Linear
- Piezo
Options Available
- Custom Shaft Designs
- Custom Frames & Shapes
- Vacuum & UHV
- Magnetic Environment
- Built in Drives & Controllers
- Integrated Feedback Devices
- High Speed
- High Torque at Low Speed
- Fractional HP to 10’s of Thousands
- Washdown & Stainless
- Integral Gear & Brake
- Miniature
Smart Motors
Smart Motor Products
- Smart Servo Motor Systems
- Smart Stepper Motor Systems
- Smart AC motor/VFD Systems
- Motor/Drive Only Configurations
Options Available
- NEMA 11 Though NEMA 34 Stepper/Servos
- Washdown Versions
- Multi-Axis Synchronization Buses
- Continuous Torque Ratings up to 250 oz-in
- AC Motor versions from 0.55 to 7.5 HP
- Wide Variety of Communications Buses
- Remote I/O Breakout Units

Optical Positioning Systems
Edge Miniature Piezo Motors
The Edge motor is the smallest industrial motor of its kind available in the marketplace today. Providing unlimited linear or rotary motion, the Edge motor offers extensive opportunities in applications that suit a wide range of industries. The Edge motor works with a uniquely designed, compact ASIC-based driver, and can be operated with any servo controller. The Edge can be easily integrated into most bearing structures, and is ideal for mass production opportunities.
Rotary Piezo Motor
The ER Motor family leverages the many advantages of our piezo technology, applied in a traditional motor housing. Utilizing a piezo drive inside the motor, the ER family offers silent motor operation with zero backlash (no gears) and built-in holding and braking without power consumption. Motors can be provided with a closed back, rear-shaft, or with a built in rotary encoder. Closed loop operation is supported with the S775 XCD card, which is a closed loop drive and control module. The S775 can be provided as a small board or chip level based controller for integration into other electronics.
Rotary Shutter
The RS08 is the first shutter of its kind, utilizing a silent, miniature piezo actuator in an 8mm x 20mm package including the drive electronics. The RS08 is designed to work from a 3.3v battery and supports travel ranges from 35° to 120°. Shutter blades can vary in size and material, up to a 25mm diameter paddle. Using a proprietary feedback system, the shutter is fully operational as a closed loop device, stopping on electrical limits to avoid any noise from a mechanical hardstop.
Rotary Actuator
The RS08A is the first actuator of its kind, utilizing a silent, miniature piezo actuator in an 8mm x 20mm package including the drive electronics. The RS08A is designed to work from a 3.3v battery and supports travel ranges from 35˚ to 120˚. The RS08A allows for user definable shutter blade or filter changer, based on appropriate motion analysis of mass and moment of inertia. A proprietary feedback system is integrated into the grid, for closed loop device operation, stopping on electrical limits to avoid any noise from a mechanical hardstop.
NUC Shutter
The S787 series of NUC shutter is designed to meet the most challenging operating conditions of infrared imaging systems. The S787 shutter operates linearly with a direct drive EDGE motor, providing the lightest weight configuration while maintaining the closest proximity to the FPA. The S787 series is provided with a 17mm x 15mm leaf that is capable of moving 15mm in 100mseconds. The moving blade is supported by the Edge – Actuator bearing structure on one side and an outboard shaft bearing to eliminate any blade deflection and vibration. Standard configurations utilize the Edge motor with a miniature position sensor, integral to the shutter assembly, for closed loop operation. The shutter is supported by our ASIC that closes the position loop and serves as a drive & control.
Linear Filter Changer
The LF14 Linear Filter Changer is designed to meet the most challenging operating conditions of optical systems. The LF14 operates linearly with a direct drive Edge motor, providing the lightest weight configuration while maintaining the closest back working distance. The LF14 is provided with a blade that can accommodate different filter diameters and is capable of moving 14mm in 100 msec. The filter housing is supported by the Edge-Actuator bearing structure on one side and an outboard shaft bearing on the other, to eliminate any deflection or vibration. Standard configurations utilize the Edge motor with a miniature position sensor, integral to the filter changer assembly, for closed loop operation. The filter changer is supported by our ASIC that closes the velocity loop and serves as a drive & control.
Miniature Rotary Stage
Used for IMU Northfinding products,the S840 Rotary module contains a 50,000 cpr precision optical encoder (external interpolator), with the Edge motor technology and the XCD drive/control. This integrated design consists of a complete motion solution, including the motors, bearings, encoder, drive & control captured in a 30mm cube. The outside configuration can be adapted to support different customer electronics (Mounting Orientation), while the rotary module moves 90° – for a precise quartering process. The S840 is designed for a calibration process of an IMU (inertial measurement unit) to eliminate the drift and improve north finding precision. It is intended to reduce the cycle time and improve the precision based on current IMU availability.
Miniature Drive Controller
The XCD – Drive & Control redefines the art of miniaturized drive and control electronics with the smallest hardware for operating piezo ceramic servo motors. The XCD provides complete servo control for the OEM market, coupled with the power stage and drive electronics on one board. XCD will have an OEM specific, motherboard for connecting to the motor, position sensor, communication and power. The XCD for the Edge motor is provided as a single axis board which can operate in the ‘AB5’ mode with brake on/off, or in the more traditional AB1A mode. The XCD for the Edge motors accepts a single ended encoder signal and is programmed via an IIC interface and the NanoCommander user software.
Miniature Controller “Chip”
The XCD drive & control is a miniature closed loop servo control with the smallest hardware for operating piezo ceramic servo motors. The XCD provides complete servo control for Security market applications with a built in motor driver. The XCD component is provided on a chip level and can be integrated into user electronics with the addition of a motor power stage. The component level product will accept single ended or differential encoder input (motor size dependent) and is programmed via an IIC interface and our NanoCommander user software.

Robotic Positioning Components

Drive & Control
XCD will have an OEM specific, motherboard for connecting to the motor, position sensor, communication and power. The XCD for ST/HR motors is provided as a single axis board which can drive the ST, HR1, HR2, or HR4motor. The XCD can operate in the ‘AB5’ mode with brake on/off, or in the more traditional AB1A mode. The XCD for ST/HR motors accepts a differential quadrature encoder signal and is programmed via an IIC interface and the Nano-Commander user software.
Application Recommendations:
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Auto Focus/Zoom Modules
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Shutter & Aperture Control
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Filter Changers
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Pan and Tilt Modules
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OEM stages

Rack & Pinion
These systems are available in five levels of precision to meet any axis drive requirements. They utilize our wide range of standard Rack & Pinions (quality levels from DIN 4 to DIN 10) and Servo Reducers, which are available in-line (motor is in-line with pinion) and right-angle (motor is at a right-angle to pinion) versions to fit into most designs.
These drive systems are perfect for a wide range of applications, including axis drives requiring precise positioning & repeatability, traveling gantries & columns, pick & place robots, CNC routers and material handling systems. Heavy load capacities and duty cycles can also be easily handled with these drives. Industries served include Material Handling, Automation, Automotive, Aerospace, Machine Tool and Robotics.
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Low to ultra high precision
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Light duty to high force and speed systems
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Rack – Helical, straight, integrated (rail), and round versions available
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Pinion – Helical, straight, ISO flanged, split (zero backlash) and circular pitch
System Overview
There are five levels of system precision, each of which is well suited for certain types of applications (click on level for more information):
System Precision Level: | Rack Type & Class: | Rack Quality Level: | Rack Pitch Error: | Rack & Pinion Minimum Backlash:* | Drive Force Capacity: |
Ultra-High | Hardened & Ground (UHPR & HPR) | DIN 3 to 6 (~AGMA 12+) | < 0.012 to 0.036 mm per meter | Zero | up to 28,000 lb. |
High | Hardened & Ground (UHPR & HPR) | DIN 3 to 6 (~AGMA 12+) | < 0.012 to 0.036 mm per meter | 0.02 mm | up to 28,000 lb. |
Medium | Quenched & Tempered (PR) | DIN 8 (~AGMA 10) | < 0.100 mm per meter | 0.04 mm | up to 4,300 lb. |
Medium-Soft | Soft (BR) | DIN 9 (~AGMA 9) | < 0.150 mm per meter | 0.06 mm | up to 3,400 lb. |
Low | Induction-Hardened (BR) | DIN 10 (~AGMA 8) | < 0.200 mm per meter | 0.08 mm | up to 10,000 lb. |
* The rack and pinion backlash depends on the alignment of the rack to the linear guides.
Ultra-High Precision Rack & Pinion Drive Systems
For rack & pinion applications requiring ultra-precise positioning and repeatability, the system backlash can be eliminated by using two pinions – one to drive the axis and one to “preload” the axis to remove the backlash. Positioning accuracy is maintained during acceleration and deceleration, as well as during changes in direction of travel. We have several different different solutions to achieve a zero-backlash drive system:
Split-Pinions
The simplest zero-backlash drive system utilizes a split-pinion, which consists of two pinion halves and an axial spring pack. The pinion halves mesh with opposite tooth flanks on the same rack, eliminating the backlash.
One pinion half drives the axis while the second pinion half is “preloaded” to remove the backlash. The preload setting of the second pinion half is fully adjustable on the machine by turning the axial spring pack at the end of the pinion shaft.
The split-pinion shafts mount directly into our High-Torque (HT) & High-Performance (HP) Servo-Worm Reducers.

Dual-Pinion Electrical Preload
Another method to remove the backlash at the rack & pinion is to use two motor/reducer assemblies with dual pinions operating on the same rack in a master/slave setup.
One pinion drives the axis (the “master”) while the second pinion is “preloaded” to remove the backlash (the “slave”). The preload is created electronically with a special motor controller; these systems can also be set up to drive together during cycle times when backlash is not critical.
Dual-pinion gearboxes using only one motor are also possible, please consult the factory.
Our Automatic Lubrication Systems are highly recommended for use with these drives, providing continuous grease lubrication to the rack & pinion tooth flanks to preserve the quality and lifetime of the gearing.
These drives are perfect for precise positioning applications, such as traveling gantries and columns, milling machines, CNC routers and material feel axis drives. Two reducers/motors can also be used to eliminate the axis backlash by electrical preload.

High-Precision Rack & Pinion Drive Systems

These systems utilize our precision Planetary and Servo-Worm Reducers, which have backlash levels down to one arc-minute, to rigidly support and drive a hardened & ground pinion. The rack used in these systems is also hardened & ground.
These drives are perfect for a wide range of applications, including axis drives requiring precise positioning & repeatability, traveling gantries & columns, pick & place robots, CNC routers and material handling systems. Heavy loads and duty cycles can be easily handled with these drives.
Our Automatic Lubrication Systems are highly recommended for use with these drives, providing continuous grease lubrication to the rack & pinion tooth flanks to preserve the quality and lifetime of the gearing.
Medium-Precision Rack & Pinion Drive Systems

These systems utilize our our precision Planetary and Servo-Worm Reducers, to rigidly support and drive a hardened & ground pinion. The rack used in these systems is Quenched & Tempered, which has a quality level of DIN 8 (~AGMA 10) and through-hardened teeth.
These drives are perfect for a wide range of applications, including axis drives requiring precise positioning & repeatability, traveling gantries & columns, pick & place robots, CNC routers and material handling systems. Medium loads and duty cycles can be easily handled with these drives.
Our Automatic Lubrication Systems are highly recommended for use with these drives, providing continuous grease lubrication to the rack & pinion tooth flanks to preserve the quality and lifetime of the gearing
Medium-Soft Precision Rack & Pinion Drive Systems

These systems utilize our our precision Planetary and Servo-Worm Reducers, to rigidly support and drive a hardened & ground pinion. The rack used in these systems is Soft, which has a quality level of DIN 9 (~AGMA 9) and soft teeth.
These drives are perfect for a wide range of applications, including axis drives requiring good positioning & repeatability, traveling gantries & columns, pick & place robots, CNC routers and material handling systems. Light loads and duty cycles can be easily handled with these drives.
Our Automatic Lubrication Systems are highly recommended for use with these drives, providing continuous grease lubrication to the rack & pinion tooth flanks to preserve the quality and lifetime of the gearing.
Low-Precision Rack & Pinion Drive Systems

These systems utilize our our Planetary and Servo-Worm Reducers, to rigidly support and drive a hardened & ground pinion. The rack used in these systems is induction-hardened, which has a quality level of DIN 10 (~AGMA 8) and teeth hardened to 50 to 55 Rc.
These drives are perfect for a wide range of applications, including heavy axis drives with no accuracy requirements, traveling gantries & columns, pick & place robots, and material handling systems. Heavy loads and duty cycles can be easily handled with these drives.
Our Automatic Lubrication Systems are highly recommended for use with these drives, providing continuous grease lubrication to the rack & pinion tooth flanks to preserve the quality and lifetime of the gearing.
Operating Guide

Precision Gearboxes
Options:
- Planetary, worm and spur versions are available
- Less than 1 and even zero backlash units available
- Inline and right angle versions
- Wide range of ratios from 3:1 up to 100:1
- Solid, flanged, and hollow output shaft versions
- Standard and washdown versions
- Output torque ratings as higher than 10K Nm

Servo & Stepper Motor Systems
Highlights include:
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Stepper motors, amplifiers and controllers
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Servo motors, amplifiers and controllers
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Piezo based rotary motors and drives
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Multi-axis controllers
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Smart stepper and servo technology (motors with amplifiers/controllers and I/O built in)
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A variety of interfaces including ethernet, ethernet IP, profibus, USB, Powerlink, and etherCAT
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Feedback systems include resolvers, and both incremental and absolute encoder technology

Ballscrews & Rails
Ballscrews offer a great way to convert rotational motion to linear motion with a minimal amount of friction. Ball screws are used in an array of applications ranging from low accuracy transport guides to exceptionally high accuracy precision grade screws. They’re also used in robots, machine tools and precision assembly devices. Perhaps the biggest benefit of a ball screw in general is that it has high efficiencies that can be well over 90%. There are also minimum thermal effects and they can be easily preloaded to eliminate backlash. They also offer smoother movement over the full travel range. Tek-Matic partners with NSK and Thompson to provide a wide range of rolled and precision ballscrews to cover most applications. Please contact us for customs and specials.
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Rolled and Precision Ground
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Shaft diameters from 32 to 82 mm
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Leads from 5 to 100
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Dynamic loading up to 83,000 N (static 235,000 N)
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Preloaded nuts to reduce backlash
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Accuracy grades of C3, C5
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Self Lubing
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Dust resistant and vacuum environment versions
Precision rail guides are highly accurate products for linear motion and are ideally suited for use in a wide variety of machine tools, handling systems and special machinery, as well as in measuring and testing equipment, semi-conductor production machines and medical applications. Precision rail guides are available in many different designs, sizes and standard lengths and can incorporate ball, roller or needle roller assemblies or slide coatings. Required accessories for mounting, different end pieces and wipers are available. The use of precision rail guides allows very rigid, smooth running and most accurate constructions of almost any type, according to the building block principle. Have a look to our video about product range and installation. If you don’t find the right guiding in our standard range, please contact us. We will find a solution. Please contact us for customs and specials.
Highlights:
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Ball, roller and round rail style
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Super high rigidity and motion accuracy
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Smooth motion
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Accuracy grades of P3 thru P6 (also avail N, PH and PC)
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Z1 and Z3 preload
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Self Lubing
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Dynamic loading up to 288,000 N (static 756,000 N)
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Rail widths from 15 to 63 mm Rail lengths up to 4000 mm

Positioning Stages & Slides
Additional features include:
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Resolutions ranging from nanometers to thousandths of an inch
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Speeds up to 2 meters per second
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Virtually unlimited travels
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Horizontal, vertical, tip/tilt, and rotary
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Standard vacuum, UHV, clean room non-magnetic versions
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Ball and cross roller bearing supports
Features & Advantages
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Belt
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Ball/Lead screw
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Rack and pinion
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Piezo motor
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Linear motor
Custom designs including:
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Gantry configurations
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Pick & place

Actuators
Industrial Linear Actuators Industrial Linear Actuators are electric actuator products that operate in typical open loop applications powered by 12, 24, 36 VDC or 115, 230, 400 VAC. A linear actuator is excellent for agricultural, construction, mining and industrial equipment to control seats, hoods, doors, covers, throttles and many other devices. Our linear actuators are ideal for medical, health and fitness, office and entertainment, and marine equipment.
Precision Linear Actuators Precision Linear Actuators are electric actuators cylinders operating in AC closed loop systems with drive control. Our linear actuators are specifically designed for high-precision, push-rod applications where positioning accuracy, high speed and high force capacities are a must. The electric actuator motor options include stepper motor, 3-phase AC servo and 3-phase induction with parallel belt, parallel gear, or direct drive inline mounting.
Actuator styles available:
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Rod style
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Rodless
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Linear motor driven
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Jackscrew style
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Washdown
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Rack & Pinion