Swivel linear unit connectors of die-cast
aluminum have a slitted guide element bore machined
by cutting methods, with or without a sliding insert, as
well as a clamping lug that may be smooth, have a
centering ring or crown toothing that is either countersunk
or raised. It is centered and perpendicular to the
axis of the guide element bore.
Together with the guide tube of the linear unit,
the guide element bore forms a solid linear round
guide mechanism that can be adjusted and clamped
for low play. Drive keys transmit the linear movement
of the linear unit to the linear unit connector.
Depending on the design, the part to be moved is
fastened to the guide element (e.g. as a swivel tube
clamp) or the guide element itself is installed at the
place of use such that the entire linear unit moves
together. At the screw point, a hex socket cap
screw or an adjustable hand lever reduces size of
the guide element bore.
Adjustable hand levers are intended for repeated,
tool-free clamping. Under the designation HSK,
these are available separately for individual use and
in other designs. Compared with the tool-operated
hex socket cap screw, the clamping force achievable
with an adjustable hand lever is lower due to the
shorter lever length.
RoHS-compliant product