What Is Linear Module

 

The linear module is a mechanical structure that provides linear motion. It can be used horizontally or vertically. It can also be combined into a specific motion mechanism--that is, multi-axis motion commonly referred to as XY axis, XYZ axis, etc. in the automation industry.

mechanism. This organization has different names in different industries. The more common names are: linear rail, linear motion rail, electric cylinders, electric slides, robot arms, linear guide rails, etc. The linear module is usually used with a power motor. It can be used to automatically reciprocate the workpiece by installing other required workpieces on the slider to form a complete conveying motion device and setting a suitable motor forward and reverse program. Thereby achieving the purpose of mass production and intensive production of equipment.

  • GSC Linear Modules

    Size: min size GSC40, max size GSC120Classification: Close typeDrive type: Ball screw drivenSealed type: Clean room environmentRepetitive accuracy: ±0.01mmHigh-speed transplantingEasy assembly and

  • KS Module

    Part No:KS40/50/60/86/100High RigidityModular DesignEqual Load in Four Directions

  • HTO Linear Modules

    Part No.: HTO-60/80/80L/100/100LWith Linear GuideHigh Characteristic Load ValuesOpen Type Driven By Belt

  • ITO Linear Modules

    Part No.:ITO-40/60/60L/80/80L/100/100L/160With Linear GuideHigh Characteristic Load ValuesOpen Type Driven By Belt

  • ITC Linear Modules

    Part No.:ITC-60/60L/80/80L/100/100LWith Linear GuideHigh Characteristic Load ValuesClean Room Type Driven By Belt

  • ITZ Linear Modules

    Part No.:ITZ-60Motor Fixed,not increase mobile terminal loadGood dynamic performanceStandard Rail

  • YTO Linear Modules

    Classification: Open type. Drive type: Belt drive. Sealed type: General environment, semi-sealed. Repetitive accuracy: ±0.05mm

  • YTC Linear Modules

    Part No.:YTC-135/170High SpeedHigh AccelerationClean Room Type Driven By Belt

  • YSO Linear Modules

    Part No.: YSO-135/135G/170/220 High Characteristic LoadValuesHigh Precision Open

  • YSC Linear Modules

    PartNo.:YSC-135/135G/170High Characteristic Load ValuesHigh PrecisionClean Room TypeDriven By Ball Screw

  • MLO Linear Motor Driven Module

    Part No.: MLO-110/135High thrustHigh PrecisionHigh cost performance

Advantages of Linear Module
 

Reducing friction
The speed of a single object can be increased by quickly reducing friction. Linear modules can increase the speed of linear motion by reducing the friction between interacting objects. At the same time, the positioning speed of the linear module is also very fast, and the time consumption is greatly reduced. The increase in positioning speed and linear motion speed means that the positioning speed and linear motion speed can be changed, and more work can be completed in a short time, that is, the work efficiency is significantly improved. The belt linear module is particularly prominent in terms of speed advantages.

 

High repetitive positioning accuracy and fast
High repetitive positioning accuracy and fast positioning speed does not mean that it affects the positioning accuracy of the linear module. While increasing the speed, it further improves the positioning accuracy of the linear module. Repeated positioning can be accurate at the same time, without the need for re-calibration and multiple operations. The parts can avoid errors. The linear slide has a variety of models and specifications to choose from, which is convenient to use, and there is no need to correct itself and the product in the short term. Ball screw linear slide It occupies a strong advantage in repeated accuracy levels, and it is very common in the contemporary laser manufacturing industry and laser cutting manufacturing industry.

 

Small size and long life
Small size, long life, fast speed, and high precision are not all the advantages of linear modules, nor does it mean that linear modules are large in size. On the contrary, linear modules are smaller than existing transmission devices and are also used in precision equipment. Reason. For example, the service life of high-tech linear modules is basically more than 2000 (km).

 

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Market? How Do Linear Modules Differ?
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Type of module base
The module base can be made of granite, steel, machined aluminum, carbon fiber, or extruded aluminum. Granite bases are used in applications requiring precision or thermal stability, steel bases for heavy load applications, machined aluminum for precision applications, carbon fiber for dynamic applications, and extruded aluminum for automation applications (focused on dynamics rather than precision).

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Type of guiding or linear guides
When it comes to linear motors, the guides commonly used are ball recirculation guides, crossed roller guides, or air bearings. The latter are used in test machines with short travel but high dynamics and in metrology applications.

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Type of linear motor
We can divide linear modules according to the type of linear motor, such as ironcore (with iron core) linear motor, ironless (without iron core) linear motor, and tubular motor.

4

Type of encoder
Almost all available technologies are used in linear modules, such as optical encoders for high-precision applications, inductive encoders for dirty environments, and magnetic encoders for low-cost applications. Encoders are divided into two main groups: Incremental encoders and absolute encoders. Additionally, there is the possibility of adding functional safety features to comply with en 61508 standards.

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Type of application
We are talking about specific applications. For example, applications in vacuum or water environments require the use of very different materials and components.

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Size and load capacity
We can categorize linear modules by their load capacity, ranging from a few grams to handling considerable weights. In this case, the size of the shaft changes and the design must be more robust.

7

Protections
There are a multitude of solutions for environments with dirt, dust, water, and other contaminants.

 

How the Linear Module Works

 

The linear module is a set of equipment that is widely used in modern automation parts. Its names are also varied. Some are called linear modules, some are called electric cylinders, some are called slides, and some are called robotic arms. Although they are called The methods are different but their working principles are the same. It can be divided into synchronous belt drive and ball screw drive, but their working principles are the same. The linear module is a modular product designed to integrate the servo motor, screw and synchronous belt, converting the rotational motion of the servo motor into Linear motion, while transforming the best advantages of servo motors - precise speed control, precise revolution control, precise torque control into - precise speed control, precise position control, precise thrust control; to achieve high-precision linear motion, the following is a detailed introduction to synchronous belts and How ball screws work.


Working principle of synchronous belt linear module
The synchronous belt linear module is mainly composed of belts, linear guide rails, aluminum alloy profiles, couplings, motors, photoelectric switches, etc. The belt is installed on the drive shaft on both sides of the linear module, and the power input shaft is fixed on the belt to block the slider of the device. When input is used, the slider is driven by a belt. Usually the belt linear module has been specifically designed so that the tightness of the belt can be controlled on one side, which facilitates the debugging of the equipment during the production process. Synchronous belt linear modules can use rigid rails according to different loads to improve the rigidity of the linear module. Linear modules of different specifications have different load upper limits. The accuracy of timing belt linear modules depends on the combination of belt quality and machining process. Control of power input affects belt accuracy.


Working principle of ball screw linear module
It is mainly composed of ball screw, linear guide rail, aluminum alloy, ball screw pair, coupling, motor, photoelectric switch, etc. Ball screws are ideal products for converting rotary motion into linear motion or converting linear motion into rotary motion. Ball screws consist of screws, nuts and balls. It converts the function of rotary motion into linear motion. This is the further promotion and development of the ball screw. The important significance of its development is to transform the bearing from rolling motion to sliding motion. Ball screws are widely used in various industrial equipment and precision instruments due to their small friction resistance. High-precision linear motion can be achieved under high load conditions. These are the working principles of linear modules. Although it is very simple to say, the most important thing is high precision. This is also the biggest technical problem of domestic linear modules.

 

Linear Modules in Five Major Factor in the Assessment of the Application

 

As well as guiding precision modules and supports thermal deformation
Guiding precision is the exact level of the movement along the rail member guide surface movement of its trajectory . The main factors affecting the accuracy with geometric precision guide rails order of the guide surface , the stiffness of the structure type rail contact precision guideways , the appearance of roughness , guides and support , the guideways film thickness and film stiffness. Geometric precision linear motion guides generally include: Vertical plane straightness and horizontal plane ; parallelism between the two rail surface . Rail geometric precision error error can be expressed in units of length or full length on the rail on .


Precision persistence
Addition, the accuracy of persistence is the ability of the module during operation to maintain the original geometric precision. Wear persistence module depends on the accuracy of the rail is extremely dimensional stability. Wear and match data guideways , factors force performance , precision, lubrication and protective devices related. Support rails and residual stress within the rail will also affect the accuracy of persistence .


Motion sensitivity and precision
Linear guide motion sensitivity is the minimum stroke motion member achievable ; positioning accuracy is required to stop the movement component in the ability to be able to specify the location . Motion sensitivity and positioning accuracy with rail type , friction characteristics , velocity, transmission stiffness , sports component quality and other factors.


Smooth movement
Smooth movement of the module is the guiding rail movement smooth performance creeping phenomenon does not occur at low speed movement or trace movement. Smooth and rail construction, matching guideway materials , lubrication conditions, rail movement of lubricant properties and stiffness of the transmission system and other factors. Vibration resistance and stability and stability is the self-excited vibration performance does not appear in the given operating conditions . Vibration is the ability to accept modular deputy forced vibration and shock .


Stiffness
Stiffness which is particularly important for precision machinery and instruments. Modules include deformed body deformation guideway rail contact deformation , deformation of the rail 's ability to resist stress . Deformation will affect the accuracy of the relative position and the guide member. Both should be considered.

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Some Factors To Consider When Choosing A Linear Module

 

 

What should I pay attention to when choosing a linear module? The linear module, also known as the linear module, can realize the linear and curvilinear movement of the load through the combination of various units, which is more flexible and more accurate in positioning of the light load automation. So what factors should we consider when choosing, let's understand together.


Load capacity
Straight modules usually need to have a certain amount of load, that is, how much weight the module needs to load. At present, many straight module manufacturers can provide products with a variety of loads. The factory must also select the linear module according to the actual weight of the load in the actual production process, otherwise it will cause insufficient linear module load and cause problems in the product line.


Stroke accuracy
Linear module manufacturers with sufficient supply will provide a lot of linear modules with different effective stroke specifications. Effective stroke refers to how long the interval between the movement of the linear module from one end to the other end is related to the fact that the factory can use the linear module The basic requirements on what products, the motion accuracy also requires the factory to choose according to the product, so the effective stroke motion accuracy is the factor that determines the specifications of the linear module when selecting the linear module manufacturer's product;


Configuration
The choice of linear module should also be from the perspective of configuration, such as the screw brand, guide rail, timing belt, switch, etc. of the selected brand specifications. The products of linear module manufacturers also have certain differences in configuration. Determine the configuration of the linear module according to the requirements for accuracy and other aspects when producing the product.

 

Proper Maintenance of the Linear Module Used to Extend Its Life

 

Linear module requires maintenance, I took you to know the importance of linear modules maintained. Linear position detection module is a set of fine skills, driving skills , linear modules to skills , moderation skills and many other skills as one of organic synthesis . In these skills , and if one aspect of access to improved or progressive, linear modules will allow access to all functions progress. For example, when the workpiece table -driven approach is the use of direct drive rather than a direct drive , because the reduction of the transmission chain length and the transmission link errors in transmission, will make the work station of accuracy, speed and acceleration features are obtained progress. Therefore deserve the real-time application of the new information, new skills to meet the needs of the work carried out in Taiwan .


Linear modules using conventional periodic refueling when the need to use different oils for use under the circumstances. Regular maintenance can extend the life of the rail. Linear modules sometimes water contact , such as lathes , machining centers, often with water splash on the rail , rail oil water separation properties if poor will be split water droplets into the cutting fluid , cutting fluid will cause pollution, so the performance of the rail very important watershed . Some more rough mechanical, rail larger , simple structure , and the rails have pit , which is designed to lubricate with grease, grease gun by hand most of the way to squeeze oil . Requires all of EP extreme pressure grease , otherwise after being squeezed , the module can not withstand heavy residual oils .

 

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FAQ

Q: What is a linear module?

A: A linear module is a mechanical device that provides linear motion along a specified axis, typically used in automation, robotics, and precision positioning applications.

Q: Are there different types of linear modules available?

A: Yes, there are different types of linear modules available, including ball screw modules, belt-driven modules, linear motor modules, guided linear actuators, and custom-designed configurations to suit specific application requirements.

Q: What are the temperature limits of linear modules?

A: The temperature limits of linear modules depend on the materials used in their construction and can range from -20°C to 80°C or higher, with special designs available for extreme temperature environments.

Q: How do linear modules handle shock and vibration?

A: Linear modules are designed to handle shock and vibration by incorporating features such as damping systems, anti-backlash mechanisms, and precision components to ensure smooth and stable motion in dynamic operating conditions.

Q: How does a linear module work?

A: A linear module typically consists of a carriage that moves along a rail or guide system using a drive mechanism such as a ball screw, belt, or linear motor to achieve precise linear motion.

Q: What are the key components of a linear module?

A: The key components of a linear module include the carriage, rail or guide system, drive mechanism, motor, and control system, which work together to enable smooth and accurate linear motion.

Q: What are the advantages of using a linear module?

A: The advantages of using a linear module include high precision, repeatability, speed control, load capacity, compact design, and ease of integration into automated systems for various industrial applications.

Q: Where are linear modules commonly used?

A: Linear modules are commonly used in industries such as manufacturing, packaging, semiconductor, medical devices, and automotive for tasks like pick-and-place operations, assembly, testing, and inspection.

Q: What types of drive mechanisms are used in linear modules?

A: Drive mechanisms used in linear modules include ball screws, lead screws, belts, linear motors, rack and pinion systems, and pneumatic or hydraulic actuators, each offering specific advantages for different applications.

Q: Can linear modules be customized for specific applications?

A: Yes, linear modules can be customized for specific applications by adjusting parameters such as stroke length, speed, load capacity, mounting options, and feedback systems to meet the requirements of the application.

Q: Can linear modules be used in vertical applications?

A: Yes, linear modules can be used in vertical applications by incorporating features such as brake systems, counterbalancing mechanisms, and safety measures to ensure stable and safe operation in vertical orientations.

Q: How do you install and align a linear module?

A: Installing and aligning a linear module involves mounting the rail or guide system securely, aligning the carriage with the rail, adjusting the drive mechanism for proper tension, and calibrating the system for accurate motion control.

Q: Can linear modules be used in cleanroom environments?

A: Linear modules can be used in cleanroom environments with proper sealing, lubrication, and material selection to prevent contamination and ensure reliable operation in controlled environments with strict cleanliness requirements.

Q: What are the maintenance requirements for linear modules?

A: Maintenance requirements for linear modules may include periodic inspection for wear, lubrication of drive mechanisms, cleaning of components, and calibration of the system to ensure optimal performance and longevity.

Q: How do linear modules contribute to energy efficiency?

A: Linear modules contribute to energy efficiency by optimizing motion control, reducing friction losses, and minimizing power consumption compared to traditional linear motion systems, making them ideal for energy-conscious applications.

Q: Can linear modules be used in collaborative robot applications?

A: Yes, linear modules can be used in collaborative robot applications by providing precise linear motion for tasks such as material handling, assembly.

Q: What safety features are incorporated into linear modules?

A: Safety features incorporated into linear modules may include limit switches, emergency stop mechanisms, overload protection, position feedback sensors, and fail-safe designs to prevent accidents and ensure operator safety during operation.

Q: How do linear modules compare to linear actuators?

A: Linear modules typically offer higher precision, load capacity, and flexibility compared to linear actuators, as they are designed for more complex motion profiles and integration into larger systems.

Q: How do you select the right linear module for an application?

A: Selecting the right linear module involves considering factors such as required stroke length, speed, load capacity, accuracy, environmental conditions, integration with existing systems, and budget constraints.

Q: Are linear modules suitable for high-speed applications?

A: Linear modules can be suitable for high-speed applications by choosing the appropriate drive mechanism, motor type, and control system to ensure smooth and precise motion at elevated speeds.

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