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News Release from: Atlanta Drive Systems | Subject: Integrated racks
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 11 January 2005
Racks mount standard linear guide rails
Atlanta Drive Systems has a new range of integrated racks which mount directly to most standard linear guide rails, eliminating the need for additional machining and alignment, saving time and money.
Atlanta Drive Systems has a new range of integrated racks which mount directly to most standard linear guide rails, eliminating the need for additional machining and alignment, saving time and money Compact, performance optimised designs can easily be achieved with these racks
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 11 Jan 2005 at 8.00am (UK)
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Rack and pinion drives eliminate system backlash
A range of zero-backlash rack and pinion drives eliminate system backlash by means of a split-pinion and dual-pinion arrangement, providing ultraprecise positioning and repeatability.
By mounting the rack and rail together, the need for a separate mounting surface for the rail is eliminated.
Additional alignment between the rack and rail is also not necessary, as it is possible to assemble the rack to the rail off of the machine frame.
These drives are perfect for a wide range of applications, including axis drives requiring precise positioning and repeatability, traveling gantries and columns, pick and place robots, and material handling systems.
Heavy load capacities and duty cycles can also be easily handled with this drives.
Industries served include materials handling, automation, aerospace, machine tool and robotics.
This rack range further expands the already wide range of Atlanta rack and pinion drives and is currently available in metric pitches up to module 4.0.
Quality levels include soft (MA 9) and hardened and ground (MA 12).
Typical delivery time for these standard components is only 3 to 4 weeks - ideal for OEMs requiring just-in-time delivery schedules.
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