Integrated Linear Guide Motion Solution
NLC 40
Guided Electric Cylinder
Precise motion. Balanced load guidance.
NLC 40 combines an electric cylinder and linear guide mechanism in a single body. Its moving table allows direct load mounting while providing controlled linear motion, stable guidance, and a compact machine layout.
NLC 40 · Guided Series
The NLC 40 Difference
Cylinder and Guide in One Unit
NLC 40 does more than produce linear motion; it also helps guide the load throughout travel. Assemblies consisting of a separate cylinder, guide, and mounting components can therefore be simplified into a compact machine module.
Integrated guidance
The linear guide supports stable travel of the moving table along the linear axis.
Anti-rotation protection
The guided structure limits unwanted rotation of the moving mounting component around the axis.
Direct load mounting
The wide moving table simplifies fixture, tooling, or workpiece mounting.
Ball screw technology
Converts motor rotation into efficient, controlled, and precise linear motion.
Compact machine module
Simplifies the layout by reducing the need to design and align a separate external guide.
Application-based sizing
Selection is based on stroke, speed, load centre of gravity, and mounting orientation.
Product Design
Mechanical Design That Guides the Load
The moving table and linear guide form an integrated mechanical arrangement that helps protect the drive mechanism from lateral forces.
Compared with a Standard Cylinder
Simpler Installation Without an Additional Guide System
A standard electric cylinder often requires a separate linear guide for lateral loads and moments. NLC 40 combines these two mechanical functions in one product.
- Fewer mounting and alignment operations
- More controlled load transfer
- More compact machine layout
Design Approach
Correct Selection Based on the Complete Motion Profile
Guide capacity depends on more than load weight. Load position on the table, centre-of-gravity distance, acceleration, stroke, and mounting orientation must be evaluated together.
- Horizontal or vertical operation
- Dynamic load and cycle time
- Distance from the load centre to the guide axis
Technical Specifications
NLC 40 Product Specifications
With a 12×5 ball screw drive, standard strokes up to 300 mm, and an integrated linear guide, NLC 40 provides precise, stable, and repeatable linear motion.
NLC 40 General Data
| Model | NLC 40 |
|---|---|
| Body size | 40 |
| Drive system | Ball screw |
| Guide system | Integrated linear guide |
| Load mounting | Moving table |
| Motor type | Servo motor compatible |
| Mounting orientation | Horizontal or vertical, depending on the application |
| Screw size | 12×5 |
| Standard maximum stroke | 300 mm |
| Repeatability | 0.03 mm |
Applications
Machine Modules Requiring Guided Motion
NLC 40 is designed for applications that require linear motion together with load guidance, anti-rotation protection, and direct table mounting.
Frequently Asked Questions
About NLC 40
When selecting a guided electric cylinder, the load and motion conditions of the application are as important as the product design.
What is a guided electric cylinder?
A guided electric cylinder is an actuator that combines an electric linear drive with a linear guide mechanism that guides the load in the same body.
How does NLC 40 differ from a standard electric cylinder?
With its moving mounting table and integrated linear guide, NLC 40 helps guide the load and prevent rotation. This design can reduce the need for a separate external guide.
How is linear guide capacity determined?
Capacity is not selected based on load weight alone. Stroke, mounting orientation, acceleration, cycle, and the distance from the load centre to the guide axis must be calculated together.
Electric cylinder and linear guide in one body: simpler design and more stable motion.
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