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News Release from: Machine Building Systems | Subject: Line 8 profiles
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 20 January 2006
Round-section aluminium profiles
complement Line 8
Item introduces round-section aluminium profiles to complement its Line 8 series.
Item has introduced round-section aluminium profiles to complement its Line 8 series They are based on a diameter of 40mm and incorporate Line-8 T-slots so as to enable all compatible accessories to be affixed at will
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 30 Jul 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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There are six variants: Profile 8 D40, Profile 8 D40 1N, Profile 8 D40 2N90, Profile 8 D40 2N180, Profile 8 D40 3N and Profile 8 D40 4N.
The suffix "xN" refers to the number of closed grooves on a particular profile, thus the last-named 4N appears as a solid profile without any grooves.
But by drilling two holes through the shallow groove covering and lightly levering out the section between them with a flat-bladed screwdriver, the T-slots underneath may be exposed and used.
The round profiles may be used on their own to build frames where a round appearance is required.
Alternatively they may be used as hand rails, or incorporated into frames together with the more usual square section extrusions.
Fasteners and adaptors complement the sections, and will completely seal the ends of the profiles and enable a smooth transition at the joints from one section to another.
Where the profile is drilled to let a fastener be accessed (such as the usual 7mm hole to access the standard fastener), then an inconspicuous grey plastic push-fit cap contoured to match the profile diameter is available.
By using the Profile 8 D40 4N and the adaptor plates, it is possible to build a frame with no apparent slots or holes, which both reduces dust accumulation and makes regular cleaning easier. Request a free brochure from Machine Building Systems ...
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