In today's fast-paced manufacturing landscape, precision and accuracy are more crucial than ever. One of the most critical components in achieving these goals is the ballscrew, which plays a vital role in ensuring smooth and precise motion control. In this article, we will delve into the world of X-Y retrofit ballscrews, exploring their benefits, configurations, and specifications.

What are X-Y Retrofit Ballscrews?

X-Y retrofit ballscrews are designed to provide high precision and accuracy for motion control applications. These innovative products combine the benefits of ground and rolled ballscrews, offering unmatched performance in terms of lead deviation accuracy and overall system reliability.

Benefits of X-Y Retrofit Ballscrews

1. High Precision: With a lead deviation accuracy of 0.0005" per foot, X-Y retrofit ballscrews ensure that motion is smooth and precise.
2. Reliability: The combination of ground and rolled ballscrews ensures that the system is reliable and can withstand harsh environments.
3. Flexibility: Configurations are available for a range of applications, from 9" to 50" in length.

Configurations

X-Y retrofit ballscrews come in various configurations, including:

1. Ground X-Axis Traverse Screw: This configuration features precision ground ballscrews with a lead deviation accuracy of 0.0005" per foot.
2. Rolled X-Axis Traverse Screw: This configuration offers rolled ballscrews with a lead deviation accuracy of 0.002" per foot.
3. Ground Y-Axis Crossfeed Screw: This configuration features precision ground ballscrews for crossfeed applications.
4. Rolled Y-Axis Crossfeed Screw: This configuration offers rolled ballscrews for crossfeed applications.

Specifications

Here are some key specifications for X-Y retrofit ballscrews:

1. Length: Available in lengths ranging from 9" to 50".
2. Diameter: Standard diameters include 32", 36", and 42".
3. Lead: Various leads available, including 5.08mm and 10mm.
4. Accuracy: Lead deviation accuracy of 0.0005" per foot (ground) or 0.002" per foot (rolled).
5. Drawings: Available drawings for each configuration.

Yoke Housing

To ensure optimal performance, the X-Y retrofit ballscrews come with a matching yoke housing (Part Number: B3205HYOKE HOUSING7L0002A3). This housing is designed to accommodate both ground and rolled ballscrews, providing a seamless transition between configurations.

X-Y retrofit ballscrews offer an unparalleled level of precision and accuracy for motion control applications. With their unique combination of ground and rolled ballscrews, these products provide unmatched performance in terms of lead deviation accuracy and overall system reliability. Whether you're looking to upgrade your existing system or design a new one from scratch, X-Y retrofit ballscrews are the perfect solution for achieving precise motion control.

Part Numbers

For more information on specific part numbers, please refer to the following tables:

1. Ground X-Axis Traverse Screw

• 32"BG3205X-32R32-5.08B2-FSV-611.38-1066.8-0.012A10JSEA1
• 36"BG3205X-36R32-5.08B2-FSV-712.98-1168.4-0.012A10JSFA1
• …

2. Rolled X-Axis Traverse Screw

• 32"BR3205X-32R32-5.08B2-FSV-611.38-1066.8-0.05A10JS9A1
• 36"BR3205X-36R32-5.08B2-FSV-712.98-1168.4-0.05A10CB8A1
• …

3. Ground Y-Axis Crossfeed Screw

• 9"BG3205Y-9L32-5.08B2-FSV-349.76-515.62-0.012A10JSHA1
• 12"BG3205Y-12L32-5.08B2-FSV-425.96-591.82-0.012A10JSIA1
• …

4. Rolled Y-Axis Crossfeed Screw

• 9"BR3205Y-9L32-5.08B2-FSV-349.76-515.62-0.05A10JSBA1
• 12"BR3205Y-12L32-5.08B2-FSV-425.96-591.82-0.05A10JSIA1
• …

Yoke Housing

• B3205HYOKE HOUSING7L0002A3