In many mechanical fields such as automation equipment, machine tools, and conveying systems, guide shaft supports, as core components to ensure the stable operation of guide shafts, play a vital role.
According to the differences in installation methods, structural characteristics, and applicable scenarios, supports can be mainly divided into three types: flange type, T/L type, and compact type.
This article will analyze the structural differences and applicable scenarios of compact supports in detail, and provide you with scientific and reasonable selection suggestions.
Compact guide shaft support
1.Structural features:
The compact support has achieved effective volume reduction by optimizing the design. Its common structural forms are as follows:
Base installation type: adopts the bottom locking design, which can fully save the top space and is particularly suitable for equipment with strict requirements on space layout.
Side installation type: installed by side fixing bolts, it can adapt well to the compact layout environment and provide more flexibility for equipment installation.
Handle type: equipped with a quick locking handle, which greatly improves the operating efficiency and has significant advantages in scenarios that require frequent operations.
2.Applicable scenarios:
Small space: In environments with limited space such as medical equipment and small automated machinery, the compact support can be perfectly adapted due to its small size to ensure the normal operation of the equipment.
Lightweight requirements: The compact support made of aluminum alloy has the characteristics of low density and is very suitable for use in mobile devices. While ensuring the performance of the equipment, it effectively reduces the overall weight of the equipment.
Quick maintenance: The handle-type compact support is convenient for single-person operation, which can greatly reduce downtime and improve production efficiency during equipment maintenance.
3.Selection points:
When the shaft diameter is small (≤20mm), the compact guide shaft support is the preferred choice, which can better meet the operation requirements of the equipment.
For situations where rust prevention treatment is required but cost is more sensitive, blackening treatment is a more appropriate choice, which can not only meet the rust prevention requirements but also control costs.
Selection suggestions and precautions
Selection by space layout: If the equipment installation space is small, the compact guide shaft support is undoubtedly the best choice, which can effectively save space and ensure stable operation of the equipment.
Selection by load type: If the radial load is large, a thickened support should be selected to enhance the support capacity; if the axial load is large, an end-face fixed support should be selected to ensure axial stability.
Selection by maintenance frequency: For high-frequency disassembly and assembly, separate or open-type supports are more suitable, which are convenient for quick disassembly and installation; for low-frequency equipment, stop screw type supports can meet the requirements.
Material and surface treatment: In ordinary environments, blackened carbon steel supports are sufficient to meet the use requirements; in highly corrosive environments, stainless steel or anodized aluminum supports can better resist corrosion and extend service life.
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