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Ball Screws and Ball Splines
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Thomson – the Choice for Optimized Motion Solutions
Often the ideal design solution is not about finding the fastest, sturdiest, most accurate
or even the least expensive option. Rather, the ideal solution is the optimal balance of
performance, life and cost.
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• Thomson provides the broadest standard product offering of mechanical motion technologies in the industry.
• Modified versions of standard product or white sheet design solutions are routine for us.
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precision linear motion technologies.
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Talk to us early in the design process to see how Thomson can help identify the optimal balance of performance, life and cost for your next
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you. Through these advantages Thomson is able to provide you faster times to market as well as unsurpassed product selection, service,
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Technology Comparison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Product Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Ball Screws — Inch Series

Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Precision Rolled Ball Screws — Inch Series. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Ball Screws — Metric Series
Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Miniature Rolled Ball Screws — Metric Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Rolled Ball Screws — Metric Series. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Ball Splines
Precision Rolled Ball Splines — Inch Series. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Bearing Supports and End Machining

Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Bearing Supports and End Machining. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Engineering
Ball Screws — Inch Series. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Ball Screws — Metric Series. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Ball Splines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Maintenance and Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Glossary/Formulas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Custom Capabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181

Application Analysis Worksheet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Request for Quote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
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Technology Comparison
Thomson Ball and Lead Screws Are Your Best Choice for Linear Motion
Thomson’s comprehensive range of ball and lead screws outperform Offset cam rollers rely on the tractive force between the rollers and
other linear motion methods and allows you to find the optimal the shaft to create linear motion, and therefore can handle only
solution for your positioning needs. moderate loads. The higher the load, the more likely it is that the
system will slip, reducing repeatability. In summary, when compared
Compared to bulky, noisy and expensive hydraulic or pneumatic to other types of linear motion solutions, Thomson ball and lead
systems, Thomson ball and lead screws are compact, quiet and screws provide the superior combination of speed, accuracy,
affordable. In addition, there’s no need for pumps, hoses, fluids efficiency, repeatability, quiet operation, lubrication retention, load
or shop air. This eliminates fire, safety and health hazards due to capacity and compactness.
leaking fluid or other contaminants typically associated with these
types of solutions. Thomson ball and lead screws excel in applications which require
the “just-right” solution. They are easily customized to provide
Belt, cable and chain-drive mechanisms are relatively inexpensive. compact, quiet and accurate positioning in light-to-medium load
However, they aren’t as precise, repeatable or as safe to use as applications. Materials are inert as a standard and allow use in
ball and lead screws. Their failure mode is either excessive wear or applications ranging from clean rooms to marine. Best of all, the
stretching, resulting in positioning inaccuracies during operation. value is high as you don’t pay for processes and features not
These types of systems also have low load capacities. required in your application.
Rack and pinion gear systems can be made to close tolerances but The table below illustrates how Thomson ball and lead screws stacks
lose precision as they wear and don’t function as smoothly as ball up against other linear motion positioning solutions. On the next page,
and lead screws, even when new. Because the force is supported you can see a more detailed comparison between Thomson ball
by a few pinion teeth at any given time, the system also is limited in and lead screws to help you choose between the two. You can also
terms of load capacity. contact Thomson customer support to let our application engineers
help you select the optimal screw for your application.
Thomson Ball and Lead Screws vs. Other Linear Motion Positioning Solutions
Thomson Belt, Cable, and

Offset Pneumatic
Ball & Lead Screws Fluid Power Chain-Drive Rack & Pinion
Cam Rollers Cylinders
(ball / lead) Mechanisms
Inexpensive /
Low Power Consumption /
Low Maintenance /
High Accuracy /
High Repeatability /
High Efficiency /
High Load Capacity /
Compact Size /
Speed /
Low Noise /
Design Flexibility /
Contamination Tolerance /
= always
= in most cases
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Design Considerations for Choosing Between Ball and Lead Screws
Design Considerations Thomson Ball Screw Thomson Lead Screw
Load Usually heavy (>100 lbs.) Typically light (<100 lbs.)
Cost Higher cost $$$ Low cost $$
Anti-backlash Available Available — but has low stiffness
Self-locking No Yes — but depends on lead and lubrication
Efficiency Generally ranges from 85% to 95% Generally ranges from 30% to 70%
Duty Cycle Unlimited Typically 50%
Stainless steel, coating and plating options Available in stainless steel with polymer nuts
Corrosion Resistance
avialable depending on size and type as a standard
Must have lubrication Can operate with or without

Lubrication
Wide range of lubricants lubrication depending on application
Limited to expansion differences

Operating Temperature Wide temperature range
between the screw and the nut
Preload Available Not available
Travel Speed Max. 165 in/s (4.2 m/s) for a 20 x 50 screw Max. 65 in/s (1.6 m/s) for a 20 x 50 screw
Typically quiet,
Vibration and Noise Ball re-circulation
high leads are best
Great flexibility in customizing Flexibility in customizing nut materials and

Custom Availability
Screw end machining geometry along with screw end machining
Product Overview
THOMSON BALL SCREWS — INCH SERIES

The most comprehensive imperial-based ball screw product
offering in the industry.
Thomson is the market leader in inch-dimensioned ball screws,
featuring a comprehensive product offering. Our Precision Rolled
Ball Screws come in a full range of diameters, leads, and ball nut
configurations, in either preloaded or non-preloaded types, all in
industry-standard envelopes. They provide dependable accuracy
and repeatability at an economical price. All Thomson ball screws
feature a Gothic arch ball groove geometry that extends service
life, reduces lash, and optimizes stiffness in preloaded assemblies.
This unique design feature also eliminates skidding, increases
positioning accuracy, and maximizes travel life.
THOMSON BALL SCREWS — METRIC SERIES

Superior performance for today’s most stringent positioning
requirements.
Thomson offers a full range of internal return metric ball screw
products, featuring two distinct product families. Miniature Metric
Rolled Ball Screw assemblies are an efficient, cost-effective solution
in a small envelope. Miniature metric ball screw assemblies range
from 4 to 14 mm in diameter, with standard lead accuracies of 52
microns/300 mm. Thomson Metric Rolled Ball Screw assemblies are
designed and manufactured to provide high level performance at
an affordable price. Ball screws are manufactured using Thomson’s
patented, German-engineered Precision Screw Forming (PSF)
Technology, which provides high accuracy (23 microns/300 mm
standard) with the manufacturing efficiency of rolled processes.
Thomson Metric Rolled Ball Screw assemblies are available in a
wide range of diameters, leads and nut styles — all designed to
provide quiet, smooth running, efficient performance. Ball nuts
include one of three unique ball return systems providing perfect
guidance, low wear, and smooth running performance.
THOMSON PRECISION BALL SPLINES

High reliability, speed, and versatility for tough applications with
torque loads.
Thomson precision ball splines provide high speed, anti-friction
linear motion under high torsional loads. They have high reliability
under varying operating conditions and predictable life expectancy.
They resist radial displacement resulting from torque loads, and
require smaller forces to achieve axial displacement of the spline
member while transmitting torque. Ball splines have application
versatility such as helicopter rotor couplings; translating drive
shaft couplings, non-swiveling telescoping struts; honing machine
and drill press spindles, workhead and table ways, and remote and
robot handling machines.
Inch Series Ball Screws

Precision Rolled Screws — Product Availability(1), Accuracy and Axial Play
Screw Diameter Accuracy Max. Axial Backlash (Non-preloaded)(2)

0.375” to 4.000” ± 0.004 in/ft 0.002 to 0.015”
Inch
0.125 0.200 0.250 0.413 0.473 0.500 0.660 1.000 1.500 1.875 2.000
0.375
0.500
0.631
0.750
0.875
1.000
1.150
1.171
1.500
2.000
2.250
2.500
3.000
4.000
(1) Additional sizes are available. Contact customer service for more details.
(2) Standard lash dependent on ball diameter. See page 171 as reference. Consult factory for special requirements.
Product Overview
Tangential Ball Return Load Locking Spring End Journals and Bearing Supports
A unique Thomson The load locking spring is a coil turned into To assist the designer, standard end
feature which the inactive portion of the nut and conforms journals and bearing supports are included
minimizes recirculated to the ball tract. In normal operation, the in this catalog. Ball screw assemblies,
bearing ball deflection, spring is inactive and not in contact with the complete with end journals and bearing
for smoother and screw. In the event the ball bearings are lost supports, may be ordered through a local
quieter operation. from the nut, the load locking spring will not Thomson distributor or directly from the
The tangential circuit allow the load carrying nut to free-fall down factory.
consists of a pick-up the screw. Thomson welcomes the opportunity to
deflector finger and modified return tube custom machine end journals to unique
which allows the bearing balls to enter and customer designs.
exit the load carrying portion of the ball
screw circuit in a straight path. Standard on
ball bearing screws with up to 10,000 pound
dynamic load capabilities.
Lube Holes
A standard 1/8-27 NPT tapped hole on ball
nuts with a dynamic load capacity of 10,000
pounds or more provides easy access for
continuing lubrication.
Coating
Our catalog standard ball screws feature a
high luster polished and oiled finish, which
provides superior surface finish, smoother
operation, and a high quality look and
feel which is consistent across our entire
product line. Additional ball screw coatings
(thin dense chrome, black oxide, manganese
phosphate) are available upon request.
Wiper Kit Flanges

Wipers can increase the life and long-term performance of ball bearing screws by preventing Standard flanges are offered for all ball nuts.
most dirt and other foreign matter from entering the ball nut. Wipers are attached via two Flanges provide an easy, low cost method to
methods: Type A attaches directly to the ball nut body and flange; and Type B installs into mount the load square and concentric to the
the ends of the ball nut with easy-to-install snap rings kits. See our installation section on ball screw.
page 217 for more details.
Type A Type B
Product Overview
Standard Non-Preloaded Ball Nuts Standard Non-Preloaded Ball Nuts are a flexible, economical
solution for use in industrial, transport grade applications. Both
round and square models are available, with flange and wiper kits
as accessories. Non-Preloaded Ball Nuts come standard with black-
oxide coating (thin dense chrome is available upon request).
Preloaded Ball Nuts Preloaded Ball Nuts should be considered to eliminate backlash and
increase system stiffness in applications where multi-directional
positional accuracy and repeatability are required. Preloaded Ball
Nuts consist of two non-preloaded ball nuts (round or square) joined
by an adjustable preload package with springs. This design allows
ease of setup and adjust of preload based on application requirements.
Preloaded Ball Nuts with Integral Flange Preloaded Ball Nuts with Integral Flange provide higher-level
positional accuracy and repeatability from a rolled screw assembly.
These adjustable preload ball nuts feature precision ground
internal threads, which enable smoother running, more consistent
performance. The integral flange is held to high perpendicularity
tolerances to ensure the load bearings are aligned to load to prevent
unnecessary wear.
Internal Return Ball Nuts Internal Return Ball Nuts feature an internal ball recirculation sytem,
which allows higher speeds, and lower noise in a compact envelope.
Each nut includes an integrated wiper as standard. These ball nuts
come standard “as machined” with corrosion protective film applied
prior to shipment. machined” with corrosion protective film applied
prior to shipment. Please note, a full line of internal return ball nuts
are featured as part of our metric series ball screws.
High Capacity Ball Nuts

High Capacity Ball Nuts provide higher static and dynamic load capacities than our standard nuts. These ball nuts are typically longer than
standard nuts, allowing for more balls in contact with the screw. High capacity nuts may also include larger balls than those found in standard
ball nuts.
High Speed Ball Nuts

High Speed Ball Nuts are designed to permit higher linear speeds in applications where critical speed of the ball nut (DN value) limits
performance in an application. These ball nuts feature solid deflectors and reinforced ball return guides to allow smooth, reliable transition of balls
entering and exiting the return system at high speeds.
0.375 x 0.125 Precision Rolled Ball Screws — Inch Series
Ball Screw Part Numbers

Diameter x Lead (in.) 0.375 x 0.125 Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand Right Hand
Lead Accuracy (in/ft) ± 0.004 Screw Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel Stainless Steel
Screw Weight (lbs/ft) 0.3 Maximum Length 36“ P/N 190-9217
Screw Root Diameter (in.) 0.31 Maximum Length 72“ P/N 190-9441
Nominal Ball Diameter (in.) 0.078
Ball screws can be cut to the length you require. Specify ball screw part number and
Number of Starts 1 overall length at time of order.
Double Circuit, Round Ball Nut with Load Lock Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand
(11/16 - 24 V-Thread) Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
Dynamic Load (lbs) 500
11/16-24 UNEF THD.
Max. Static Load (lbs) 4,250
Torque to raise 1 lb (oz-in.) 0.35
.468
Ø.781
Nut weight (lbs) 0.16
MAX.
Ball Nut Part Number 8103-448-003
Flange Part Number 8103-448-002
.550 R MAX. .312
Wiper Kit Part Number 8103-101-002
1.880
Double Circuit, Round Ball Nut with Load Lock (.664 Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand
- 32 V-Thread) Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
.664-32 UNS THD.
.468 Nut weight (lbs) 0.16
MAX. Ø.781
Flange Part Number N/A
.550 R MAX. .250 Wiper Kit Part Number N/A
1.875
Note: Dimensional information for all End Journals and Bearing Supports is available on
page 118 – 137. Information on required lubrication is on page 177.
Wiper and Flange Kits
Wiper P/N 8103-101-002 Flange P/N 8103-448-002
.148 .350
Ø1.650
.139
Ø.838 Ø.880
(4x) Ø.177
.060 R
Ø1.240 B.C. 11/16-24 UNEF THD.

Nominal Ball Diameter (in.) 0.078 Maximum Length 72“ P/N 190-9575
Number of Starts 1
overall length at time of order.
Single Circuit, Cylindrical Ball Nut Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand
Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
.552 .750

.458 R MAX Flange Part Number N/A
.840 Wiper Kit Part Number N/A
Single Circuit, Round Ball Nut Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand Right Hand
Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel Stainless Steel
1.170
Dynamic Load (lbs) 170 24
0.330
0.431 Max. Static Load (lbs) 1,600 255
Torque to raise 1 lb (oz-in.) 0.35 0.35
Nut weight (lbs) 0.13 0.13
Ball Nut Part Number 8103-448-018 8103-448-057
Flange Part Number 8103-448-056 N/A
Wiper Kit Part Number N/A N/A
Ø 0.750 Note: Dimensional information for all End Journals and Bearing Supports is available on
11/16-28 UN-2A page 118 – 137. Information on required lubrication is on page 177.
Wiper and Flange Kits
Flange P/N 8103-448-056
Ø1.240
11/16-28 UN2B
Ø1.620
4X Ø 0.177 0.340

Screw Root Diameter (in.) 0.41
Nominal Ball Diameter (in.) 0.125 overall length at time of order.
Number of Starts 1
Single Circuit, Round Ball Nut with Load Lock Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand
7/8-14 UNF-2A THD. Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
.665
Ø0.970 Torque to raise 1 lb (oz-in.) 0.57
MAX.
.850 R MAX. .370 Flange Part Number N/A
1.750 Wiper Kit Part Number 8105-101-002

Number of Starts 1
15/16-16 UN THD.
Dynamic Load (lbs) 1,200
.665
MAX.
.850 R MAX. .380
2.750 Flange Part Number 8105-448-002
Preloaded, Double Circuit, Round Ball Nut Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand
with Load Lock Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
Ø1.420 MAX. Dynamic Load (lbs) 1,200
15/16-16 UN THD.
.670 Ø1.062 Torque to raise 1 lb (oz-in.) 0.57
MAX.
.380
.850 R MAX. 5.950 REF. Ball Nut Part Number 8105-448-008
Optional Wiper and Flange Kits
.148
.139 .530
Ø2.600
Ø1.122 Ø1.138
.060 R (4x) Ø.281
Ø2.090 B.C. 15/16-16 UN THD.

Screw Weight (lbs/ft) 0.7 Maximum Length 72“ P/N 190-9096 190-9010
Nominal Ball Diameter (in.) 0.125 Ball screws can be cut to the length you require. Specify ball screw part number and
Double Circuit, Round Ball Nut Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand
15/16-16 UN THD. Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
.667
MAX. Ø1.060 Torque to raise 1 lb (oz-in.) 1.42
.670 R MAX. .380
1.750
Double Circuit, Round Ball Nut with Load Lock — Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand Right Hand
High Capacity Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel Stainless Steel
Dynamic Load (lbs) 2,200 380
15/16-16 UN THD.
Max. Static Load (lbs) 13,350 1,950
.667
MAX. Ø1.062 Nut weight (lbs) 0.40 0.40
Ball Nut Part Number 8105-448-011 8105-448-016 (1)
.380
.670 R MAX. 2.750
Flange Part Number 8105-448-002 8105-448-004
Wiper Kit Part Number 8105-101-002 8105-101-002
(1) Load Lock not available
Optional Wiper and Flange Kits page 118 – 137. Information on required lubrication is on page 177.
Wiper P/N 8105-101-002 Flange P/N 8105-448-002 / 8105-448-004

.148
.139 .530
Ø2.600
Ø1.122 Ø1.138
.060 R (4x) Ø.281
Ø2.090 B.C. 15/16-16 UN THD.

Screw Weight (lbs/ft) 0.9 Standard Length 72“ P/N 190-9098 190-9099
Screw Root Diameter (in.) 0.50 Maximum Length 144“ P/N 190-9121 190-9122 190-9574
Number of Starts 1
overall length at time of order.
Single Circuit, Square Ball Nut with Load Lock Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand
.797
MAX.
1.000 o Torque to raise 1 lb (oz-in.) 0.57 0.57
.500 .500 Flange Part Number 8105-448-002 8105-448-002
.800 R MAX.
1.710 Wiper Kit Part Number 8106-101-006 8106-101-006
Single Circuit, Square Ball Nut – Stainless Steel Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand Right Hand
15/16-16 UN THD.
.797
.885
1.000 o Torque to raise 1 lb (oz-in.) 0.57
MAX.
.550 .500 Flange Part Number 8105-448-004
.800 R MAX.
1.710 Wiper Kit Part Number 8106-101-006
15/16-16 UN THD. Dynamic Load (lbs) 800 800
.787
MAX. Ø1.125 Nut weight (lbs) 0.27 0.27
.800 R MAX. .500 Wiper Kit Part Number 8106-101-002 8106-101-002
1.710

Screw Root Diameter (in.) 0.50 Maximum Length 144“ P/N 190-9121 190-9122
Nominal Ball Diameter (in.) 0.125 Ball screws can be cut to the length you require. Specify ball screw
Number of Starts 1 part number and overall length at time of order.
Preloaded, Single Circuit, Round Ball Nut Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand
Ø1.410 MAX. 15/16-16 UN-2A THD.
.787
MAX.
Ø1.125 Torque to raise 1 lb (oz-in.) 0.57 0.57
4 .800 R MAX. 3 .5002 Ball Nut Part Number
1
8106-448-015 8106-448-019
REVISIONS
3.797
REV
2
E.N.#
Flange Part Number
DESCRIPTION
CUSTOMER APPROVAL DRAWING
DATE
03/16/11
8105-448-002
DWN
JGJ
8105-448-002
D D
Preloaded, Square Ball Nut 15/16-16 UN-2A THREAD Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand
1.410
.797 Max. Static Load (lbs) 6,384
C MAX C
.500
.800 R MAX .500 Ball Nut Part Number 8106-448-012
1.000 3.875 MAX Flange Part Number 8105-448-002
B B
Double Circuit, Square Ball Nut

NOTES:
15/16-16 UN-2A THD
Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand
1. MAX WIDTH ACROSS TUBES = .797
2. MAX DIAMETER OVER TUBES = 1.600
3. DYNAMIC CAPACITY = 800 LBS

STATIC CAPACITY = 6384 LBS
A .797 1.000 BALL GROOVE DATA KEY PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED APPROVALS DATE
A
TM
MAX.
BALL GROOVE NO OF THOMSON DRAWN:J. JOHNSON
HAND RIGHT CIRCUITS FIT/FUNCTION F DRAWING SYMBOLS & TOLERANCES ON COMMON CENTERS .02
03/16/11 Solutions by
PER ANSI Y14.5M-1994

BALL CIRCLE TURNS PER THOMSON MAX SURFACE ROUGHNESS 125
DIAMETER .631 CIRCUIT SAFETY/COMPLIANCE SLINEAR DIMS ARE IN INCHES PER ANSI B46.1-1985 CHECKED:
HELIX CUSTOMER ANGULAR DIMS ARE IN DEGREES 628 N.HAMILTON STREET,SAGINAW,MI 48602
LEAD .20000 ANGLE C DIM LIMITS & SURFACE TEXTURE

(NON-M.R.B.) TOLERANCES: .XX = ± .02 APPROVED: DWG TITLE:
DESIGNATIONS APPLY AFTER
BALL SIZE .12500 FORM
BALL GROOVE TOTAL NUMBER ON DRAWING - .XXX = ± .010
PLATING/COATING PRELOADED, BALL NUT (.631X.200)
ANGULAR = ± .5 °
THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION PROPRIETARY TO THIS DOCUMENT MAY BE CONTROLLED UNDER EITHER THE INTERNATIONAL TRAFFIC CAGE CODE SIZE FIRST ASSY: SHEET: DWG NO: REV
LINEAR MOTION,LLC AND IS FURNISHED UPON THE EXPRESSED CONDITION IN ARMS REGULATIONS ("ITAR") OR THE EXPORT ADMINISTRATION REGUALTIONS EDGE/CORNER BREAKS .005-.015 1 OF 1 8106-448-012 2
THAT THIS INFORMATION WILL NOT BE USED OR DISCLOSED FOR SECOND ("EAR"). A LICENSE OR OTHER U.S. GOVERNMENT AUTHORIZATION MAY BE REQUIRED
FILLET RADII .015
0A335 B
SOURCE PROCUREMENT OR USED OR DISCLOSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY TO EXPORT OR RE-EXPORT THIS DOCUMENT TO A FOREIGN PERSON OR FOREIGN ENTITY.
IN ANY WAY DETRIMENTAL TO THE INTERESTS OF LINEAR MOTION,LLC. ANY DIVERSION CONTRARY TO U.S. EXPORT CONTROL LAWS IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED THIRD ANGLE PROJECTION MATERIAL: SCALE:
1.500 DRAWN IN PRO-E,WILD FIRE 2.0
4 .500 3 .500 2 .450 1

.800 R MAX.
1.000
1.710
Wiper Kit Part Number N/A

.148
.139 .530
Ø2.600
Ø1.177 Ø1.060
.060 R (4x) Ø.281
Ø2.090 B.C. 15/16-16 UN THD.

Screw Root Diameter (in.) 0.50 Standard Length 144“ P/N 190-9121 190-9122
Double Circuit, Square Ball Nut Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand
2.035 MAX
Nut Material Alloy Steel
15/16-16 UN THD. .505 MAX Dynamic Load (lbs) 1,600
.797
MAX.
1.000
1.000 o Nut weight (lbs) 0.54
.500
.500 Wiper Kit Part Number N/A
.800 R MAX.
1.710 15/16-16 UN-2A THD
Optional Flange Kit page 118 – 137. Information on required lubrication is on page 177.
Flange P/N 8105-448-002

.530
Ø2.600
(4x) Ø.281
Ø2.090 B.C. 15/16-16 UN THD.

Number of Starts 4
.760 Ø1.125
MAX. TYP.
.827
MAX. TYP.
.500 Ball Nut Part Number 8106-448-041
1.710
15/16-16 UN THD. Dynamic Load (lbs) 578
Ø1.125
.760
MAX. TYP. Torque to raise 1 lb (oz-in.) 2.83
.827 .500 Ball Nut Part Number 8106-448-042
MAX. TYP. 3.440
.150
.137
.530
Ø2.600
Ø2.158 Ø1.870
(4x) Ø.266
Ø2.090 B.C. 15/16-16 UN THD.

Note: Wiper kit does not include flange
end cap.

Screw Weight (lbs/ft) 1.4 Standard Length 72“ P/N 190-9101
Single Circuit, Round Ball Nut Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand
with Load Lock (1.173 - 18 V-Thread) Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
1.173-18 UNS THD. Dynamic Load (lbs) 950
.959
MAX. Ø1.312 Nut weight (lbs) 0.50
.900 R MAX. .500 Wiper Kit Part Number 8107-101-002
1.880
(1.125 - 18 V-Thread) Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
1.125-18 UNEF THD. Dynamic Load (lbs) 950
.959 Ø1.312
MAX. Nut weight (lbs) 0.50
.900 R MAX. .500
1.880 Wiper Kit Part Number N/A
(1.250 - 18 V-Thread) Nut Material Carbon Steel Alloy Steel
1.250-18 UNEF THD.
.959
Ø1.312 Nut weight (lbs) 0.50
MAX.
.900 R MAX. .500 Wiper Kit Part Number N/A
1.880

1.173-18 UNS THD. Dynamic Load (lbs) 1,900
.917 Ø1.312
MAX. Nut weight (lbs) 0.75
.940 R MAX. .500 Flange Part Number 8107-448-007
2.880
1.125-18 UNEF THD. Dynamic Load (lbs) 1,900
.917
Ø1.312
MAX.
.940 R MAX. .500
2.880
1.250-18 UNEF THD. Dynamic Load (lbs) 1,900
.917
Ø1.312
MAX.
.940 R MAX. .500 Flange Part Number N/A
2.880

Preloaded, Single Circuit, Round Ball Nut Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand
Ø1.670 MAX 1.173-18 UNS THD.
.959
Ø1.312
MAX.
.900 R MAX. .500
4.080 REF
.148 .530
Ø2.600
.158
Ø1.382 Ø1.230
(4x) Ø.281
.060 R
Ø2.090 B.C. 1.173-18 UNS THD.

Screw Root Diameter (in.) 0.63 Maximum Length 144“ P/N 190-9123 190-9048
Double Circuit, Round Ball Nut with Load Lock Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand Right Hand
(1.250 - 16 V-Thread) Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel Stainless Steel
1.250-16 UN THD. Dynamic Load (lbs) 3,450 600
.983
Ø1.312
MAX.
.500
1.060 R MAX.
2.930 Flange Part Number 8107-448-002 8107-448-004
.983
Ø1.312
MAX.
.500
1.060 R MAX. 2.930
1.250-18 UNEF THD.
.983 Torque to raise 1 lb (oz-in.) 1.42
Ø1.312
MAX.
.500
1.060 R MAX. 2.930 Flange Part Number N/A

Nominal Ball Diameter (in.) 0.156 Ball screws can be cut to the length you require. Specify ball screw
Number of Starts 2 part number and overall length at time of order.
with Load Lock (1.250 - 16 V-Thread) Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
Ø1.670 1.250-16
MAX. UN THD.
1.250-16 UN THD.
.983 .983 Ø1.312
MAX.MAX.Ø1.312
.500
1.060 R MAX.
1.060 R MAX. .500REF.
6.180 Ball Nut Part Number 8107-448-011
2.930
.148 .530
Ø2.600
.158
Ø1.382 Ø1.230
(4x) Ø.281
.060 R
Ø2.090 B.C. 1.250-16 UN THD.

Screw Weight (lbs/ft) 1.8 Standard Length 144” P/N 190-9550
.880 R MAX. 1 3/8-16 UN THD.
1.009
MAX. Torque to raise 1 lb (oz-in.) 0.57
9 8 7 6 5 .500 4 3 2 1
Ø1.615
Wiper Kit Part Number F
8109-101-001
REVISIONS
REV E.N.# DESCRIPTION DATE DWN
A 10-0219 RELEASE PER EN 12/15/10 JGJ
Preloaded, Single Circuit, Round Ball Nut with Thread Direction

B 11-0033 REVISE PER EN 03/09/11 JGJ
Right Hand Left Hand
Integral Flange Nut Material E
Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
5X .266 THRU
ON A 1.750 BOLT CIRCLE
.125 THRU
ONE WALL ONLY Max. Static Load (lbs) 9,482
(LUBE HOLE)
60°
R.880 MAX
1.81
D
Nut weight (lbs)

( 1.251 )
1.011 MAX 1.250
(2.250 )
60° Flange Part Number Integral
MEASURE GAP HERE (.300)
Wiper Kit Part Number C Internal
(.437)
(3.835)
Optional Wiper and Flange Kits B

.105 .520
Ø2.760
.137
A
BALL GROOVE DATA KEY PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED APPROVALS DATE TM
BALL GROOVE NO OF THOMSON DRAWING SYMBOLS & TOLERANCES ON COMMON CENTERS .02 DRAWN:
HAND CIRCUITS FIT/FUNCTION F Solutions by
PER ANSI Y14.5M-1994

BALL CIRCLE TURNS PER THOMSON MAX SURFACE ROUGHNESS 125
DIAMETER CIRCUIT SAFETY/COMPLIANCE S LINEAR DIMS ARE IN INCHES
PER ANSI B46.1-1985 CHECKED:
HELIX CUSTOMER ANGULAR DIMS ARE IN DEGREES 628 N.HAMILTON STREET,SAGINAW,MI 48602
LEAD C TOLERANCES: .XX = .02 DIM LIMITS & SURFACE TEXTURE
ANGLE (NON-M.R.B.) APPROVED: DWG TITLE:
BALL GROOVE .XXX = .010 DESIGNATIONS APPLY AFTER
BALL SIZE TOTAL NUMBER ON DRAWING PLATING/COATING
FORM ANGULAR = .5
THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION PROPRIETARY TO THIS DOCUMENT MAY BE CONTROLLED UNDER EITHER THE INTERNATIONAL TRAFFIC CAGE CODE SIZE FIRST ASSY: SHEET: DWG NO: REV
EDGE/CORNER BREAKS .005-.015
Ø1.698 Ø1.238
LINEAR MOTION,LLC AND IS FURNISHED UPON THE EXPRESSED CONDITION IN ARMS REGULATIONS ("ITAR") OR THE EXPORT ADMINISTRATION REGUALTIONS
THAT THIS INFORMATION WILL NOT BE USED OR DISCLOSED FOR SECOND
SOURCE PROCUREMENT OR USED OR DISCLOSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY
IN ANY WAY DETRIMENTAL TO THE INTERESTS OF LINEAR MOTION,LLC.
("EAR"). A LICENSE OR OTHER U.S. GOVERNMENT AUTHORIZATION MAY BE REQUIRED
TO EXPORT OR RE-EXPORT THIS DOCUMENT TO A FOREIGN PERSON OR FOREIGN ENTITY.
ANY DIVERSION CONTRARY TO U.S. EXPORT CONTROL LAWS IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED
FILLET RADII .015
THIRD ANGLE PROJECTION
0A335 D MATERIAL: SCALE: DRAWN IN PRO-E,WILD FIRE 2.0
9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
AD CHART MAX RESULTANT

J. JOHNSON 12/15/10
TORQUE
NING GAP PRELOAD IN LBS INCH - LBS INCH - OZ (4x) Ø.266 BALL NUT ASSY
RIGHT 2X1 1 OF 1 7833677 B
N GAP 216 1.296 20.74
Ø2.260 B.C. 1 3/8-16 UN
.875 THD.3.5 - 2.000
160 .960 15.36
Note: Wiper kit does not include flange .200 4°10'
100 .600 9.60 .125 5700993
end cap.
50 .300 4.80

Screw Weight (lbs/ft) 2.3 Standard Length 144” P/N 190-9104 190-9105
Single Circuit, Square Ball Nut with Load Lock Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand
1.563-18 UNEF THD. Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
Dynamic Load (lbs) 1,612 1,612
1.195 1.500 o
MAX. Torque to raise 1 lb (oz-in.) 0.71 0.71
.600 Ball Nut Part Number 8110-448-055 8110-448-091
1.070 R MAX. 2.347 Flange Part Number 8110-448-002 8110-448-002
1.563-18 UNEF THD.
1.185 Torque to raise 1 lb (oz-in.) 0.71 0.71
Ø1.687
MAX.
1.090 R MAX. .625 Flange Part Number 8110-448-002 8110-448-002
2.350
Double Circuit, Square Ball Nut with Load Lock Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand
1.563-18 UNEF THD. Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
1.196
MAX. 1.500 o Torque to raise 1 lb (oz-in.) 0.71
1.070 R MAX. 3.000 Flange Part Number 8110-448-002

1 9/16 -18 UNEF THD.
1.204
MAX.
3.130
Double Circuit, Round Ball Nut with Integral Flange Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand
Ø2.755
(4x) Ø.283
ON Ø2.250 BC
.375 Dynamic Load (lbs) 3,350 3,350
45° Max. Static Load (lbs) 30,750 30,750
TYP.
1.150
Ø1.625
MAX.
1.107 R MAX. 3.000
Flange Part Number Integral Integral

Wiper P/N 8110-101-002 Wiper P/N 8110-101-007 Flange P/N 8110-448-002
.148 0.487 .630
.158 0.455 Ø3.250
0.250 0.105 Ø 1.697
Ø 1.633
Ø1.763 Ø1.610 1.000
Ø 1.363
.060 R Ø 0.824 (4x) Ø.281
Ø2.750 B.C. 1 9/16-18 UNEF THD.

6.555
0.625
1.006 Dynamic Load (lbs) 3,350
Ø 1.687 Nut weight (lbs) 2.50
Ø 2.060 1.5625-18 UNEF-2A
Preloaded, Single Circuit, Square Ball Nut Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand
4.842
0.600 Dynamic Load (lbs) 1,612 1,612
1.844
1.500 Nut weight (lbs) 0.81 0.81
1.500
1.563-18 UNEF-2A Wiper Kit Part Number 8110-101-008 8110-101-008

Wiper P/N 8110-101-008
0.424
0.396
0.200 Ø 0.824
0.156
1.000
1.53
Ø 1.500
1.53
Note: Wiper Kit does not include flange end cap.

1 9/16-18 UNEF THD. Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
1.191
Ø1.687
MAX.
1.120 R MAX. .625 Ball Nut Part Number 8110-448-022
3.120
1 9/16-18 UNEF THD. Dynamic Load (lbs) 3,950
Ø2.070 MAX.
1.191
MAX. Ø1.687 Nut weight (lbs) 2.90
1.120 R MAX. .625 Flange Part Number 8110-448-002
6.640 REF. Wiper Kit Part Number 8110-101-002
.148 .630
Ø3.250
.158
Ø1.763 Ø1.610
.060 R (4x) Ø.281
Ø2.750 B.C. 1 9/16-18 UNEF THD.

Screw Weight (lbs/ft) 2.3 Standard Length 144” P/N 190-9102 190-9150”
Double Circuit, Round Ball Nut with Load Lock Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand Right Hand
1 9/16 -18 UNEF THD.
Dynamic Load (lbs) 2,250 430
Max. Static Load (lbs) 13,750 2000
1.200
Ø1.687
MAX.
1.170 R MAX.
.600 Flange Part Number 8110-448-002 8110-448-037
3.000
Double Circuit, Square Ball Nut with Load Lock Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand
1 9/16-18 UNEF THD. Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
1.022
MAX. 1.500 o Torque to raise 1 lb (oz-in.) 2.83
.600
.630
.148 Ø3.250
.158
Ø1.763 Ø1.610
(4x) Ø.281
.060 R
Ø2.750 B.C. 1 9/16-18 UNEF THD.

Ø2.070 MAX. 1 5/8-20 UN THD. Dynamic Load (lbs) 2,400
1.281 Torque to raise 1 lb (oz-in.) 0.57
Ø1.687
MAX.
1.220 R MAX. .475
5.500 REF. Flange Part Number 8111-448-002
1 5/8-20 UN THD. Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
1.281 Ø1.687
1.220 R MAX. 2.500

.148 .490
Ø3.200
.158
Ø1.763 Ø1.610
.060 R (4x) Ø.281
Ø2.702 B.C. 1 5/8-20 UN THD.

Screw Root Diameter (in.) 0.87 Maximum Length 288” P/N 190-9553
1.967-18 UNS THD. Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
1.583
MAX.
Ø2.125 Max. Static Load (lbs) 22,917
1.250 R MAX. .812 Nut weight (lbs) 1.94
3.375
.150 .832
Ø4.200
.182
Ø2.194 Ø1.645
(4x) Ø.397
Ø3.440 B.C. 1.967-18 UNS THD.

end cap.

Screw Root Diameter (in.) 1.32 Maximum Length 288” P/N 190-9133 190-9568
3.250 Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
0.750 1.341 Dynamic Load (lbs) 4,050
Ø 2.093 Ball Nut Part Number 8115-448-020
1.967-18 UNS-2A
Double Circuit, Round Ball Nut Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand (1)
2.875
0.500 1.304 Dynamic Load (lbs) 4,198
Ø 2.093 Ball Nut Part Number 8115-448-083 (1)
1.967-18 UNS-3A Note: Dimensional information for all End Journals and Bearing Supports is available on
Optional Wiper Kits (Flange Kits, see next page)

Wiper P/N 8115-101-006 Wiper P/N 8115-101-015
0.15
0.15 0.5010.501
4X4XØ Ø0.397
0.397
0.3960.396
0.64
0.64 Ø Ø4.38
4.38
0.3440.344
0.37 0.1050.105 Ø 2.096
Ø 2.096
0.37 Ø Ø3.500
3.500
0.108 0.34
0.34
0.108 1.324
Ø Ø1.324
1.5621.562
1.500
2.221 1.500
Ø Ø2.221
Ø 1.324
Ø 1.324
Note: Wiper kit does not include flange end cap.

8115-448-085
3.005
0.505 1.318 Dynamic Load (lbs) 4,050
Ø 2.093
1.967-18 UNS-2A
6.975
0.750 1.286
Ø 2.088
Ø 2.410 1.967-18 UNS-2A Note: Dimensional information for all End Journals and Bearing Supports is available on
Optional Flange Kits (Wiper Kits, see previous page)

Flange P/N 8115-448-084 Flange P/N 8115-448-009
8115-448-084
8115-448-084
Ø3.500
Ø3.500
Ø3.440
Ø3.440 1.967-18
1.967-18
UNS-2B
UNS-2B
1.967-18 UNF-3B
1.967-18 UNF-3B
4.380
ØØ 4.380
Ø 4.200
Ø 4.200
0.520 4X4X
ØØ0.397
0.397 0.810
0.810
4X Ø4X0.397
Ø 0.397 0.520
Note: Wiper kit does not include flange end cap.

Ø2.625 2.548-18 UNS THD. Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
1.977
1.613 R .875 Ball Nut Part Number 8115-448-081
MAX. 4.312
.150 .895
Ø4.937
.137
Ø2.158 Ø1.870
(4x) Ø.531
Ø4.062 B.C. 2.548-18 UNS THD.

end cap.

.460 Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
50° 1/8-27 NPT 2.360-18 UNS THD. Dynamic Load (lbs) 14,513 14,513
LUBE HOLE
1.565 Ø2.620
MAX.
5.565
Wiper Kit Part Number* Internal Internal
* Wiper kit included with this ball nut.
.460 1/8-27 NPT Ø3.114 MAX. Dynamic Load (lbs) 14,513
50° LUBE HOLE
2.360-18 UNS THD. Max. Static Load (lbs) 102,300
1.565 Ø2.620
MAX.
1.890 R MAX. .750
12.100 REF.
Wiper Kit Part Number* Internal
Flange P/N 8115-448-004

.780
Ø4.620
(4x) Ø.531
Ø3.875 B.C. 2.360-18 UNS THD.

3.292
1.000
2.245
2.245
2 1/4-20 NS-2A Note: Dimensional information for all End Journals and Bearing Supports is available on

.150
1.020
.178 Ø4.937
Ø2.180
(4x) Ø.531
Ø4.125 B.C. 2.250-20 UN THD.

end cap.

Double Circuit, Round Ball Nut – High Speed Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand
2.250-20 UN THD. Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
1/4-28 UNF .250 Dynamic Load (lbs) 8,250
45°
LUBE HOLE
1.737 Ø2.620 Nut weight (lbs) 3.90
MAX.
1.000 Wiper Kit Part Number* Internal
1.960 R MAX.
3.620
2.250-20 UN THD. Torque to raise 1 lb (oz-in.) 2.83
1.737 Ø2.620 Flange Part Number 8115-448-002
MAX.
1.000
1.960 R MAX. Note: Dimensional information for all End Journals and Bearing Supports is available on
3.620 page 118 – 137. Information on required lubrication is on page 177.

Ø3.114 MAX. 2.250-20 UN THD. Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
1.737 Max. Static Load (lbs) 47,800
MAX. Ø2.620
1.960 R MAX.
8.160 REF.
Optional Wiper and Flange Kits Note: Dimensional information for all End Journals and Bearing Supports is available on

.150 1.020
Ø4.940
.178
Ø2.336 Ø2.180
(4x) Ø.531
Ø4.125 B.C. 2.250-20 UN THD.

end cap.

2.245 o 2.250-20 UN THD.
1.576
1.680 R
5.000
MAX.
Preloaded, Double Circuit, Square Ball Nut Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand
Ø3.025 MAX. 2.250-20 UN THD.
1.576
2.245 o MAX.
1.000 Nut weight (lbs) 9.93
1.680 R 10.625 REF.
MAX. Ball Nut Part Number 8115-448-087
2 1 4 3 2 1
Quad Circuit, Square Ball Nut D D

Thread Direction Right Hand
D
Left Hand
DATE DWN DATE DWN
2.250-20 UN-2A THREAD Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
C
1.576 MAX
C
2.250 5.31
Torque to raise 1 lb (oz-in.) 1.576 MAX C
TYP 2.240 TYP

1.680 R
MAX TYP
1.000
Flange Part Number 1.680 R
MAX TYP 8115-448-002
5.00
B B Wiper Kit Part Number 8115-101-013B

.150 1.020
STICS UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED APPROVALS DATE
A
TM
A Ø4.937 BALL GROOVE DATA KEY PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED APPROVALS DATE
A
TM
F DRAWING SYMBOLS & TOLERANCES ON COMMON CENTERS

PER ASME Y14.5M-1994
MAX SURFACE ROUGHNESS 125
.02 DRAWN:
.178 Solutions by BALL GROOVE
HAND
NO OF
CIRCUITS
THOMSON
FIT/FUNCTION F DRAWING SYMBOLS & TOLERANCES ON COMMON CENTERS
PER ASME Y14.5M-1994
.02 DRAWN: Solutions by
S LINEAR DIMS ARE IN INCHES CHECKED: BALL CIRCLE TURNS PER THOMSON MAX SURFACE ROUGHNESS 125
ANGULAR DIMS ARE IN DEGREES
PER ANSI B46.1-1985
628 N.HAMILTON STREET,SAGINAW,MI 48602 DIAMETER CIRCUIT SAFETY/COMPLIANCE S LINEAR DIMS ARE IN INCHES PER ANSI B46.1-1985 CHECKED:
DIM LIMITS & SURFACE TEXTURE HELIX CUSTOMER ANGULAR DIMS ARE IN DEGREES 628 N.HAMILTON STREET,SAGINAW,MI 48602
C TOLERANCES: .XX = .02 DWG TITLE: LEAD DIM LIMITS & SURFACE TEXTURE
DESIGNATIONS APPLY AFTER APPROVED: ANGLE (NON-M.R.B.) C TOLERANCES: .XX = .02 APPROVED: DWG TITLE:
.XXX = .010 BALL GROOVE .XXX = .010 DESIGNATIONS APPLY AFTER
PLATING/COATING BALL SIZE TOTAL NUMBER ON DRAWING PLATING/COATING
ANGULAR = .5 FORM ANGULAR = .5
ITEM NO. PART
FIRST ASSY:
NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.
CAGE CODE DWG NO: REV
ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.

SIZE SHEET:
THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION PROPRIETARY TO THIS DOCUMENT MAY BE CONTROLLED UNDER EITHER THE INTERNATIONAL TRAFFIC FIRST ASSY:
CAGE CODE SIZE SHEET: DWG NO: REV
0A335
IN ARMS REGULATIONS ("ITAR") OR THE EXPORT ADMINISTRATION REGUALTIONS
BØ2.336
LINEAR MOTION,LLC AND IS FURNISHED UPON THE EXPRESSED CONDITION
FILLET RADII .015
TION MATERIAL:
Ø2.180 SCALE: DRAWN IN PRO-E,WILD FIRE 5.0
THAT THIS INFORMATION WILL NOT BE USED OR DISCLOSED FOR SECOND ("EAR"). A LICENSE OR OTHER U.S. GOVERNMENT AUTHORIZATION MAY BE REQUIRED
SOURCE PROCUREMENT OR USED OR DISCLOSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY TO EXPORT OR RE-EXPORT THIS DOCUMENT TO A FOREIGN PERSON OR FOREIGN ENTITY.
FILLET RADII .015
THIRD ANGLE PROJECTION 0A335 B MATERIAL: SCALE: DRAWN IN PRO-E,WILD FIRE 5.0
1 7833715 BALL1 NUT 1
IN ANY WAY DETRIMENTAL TO THE INTERESTS OF LINEAR MOTION,LLC. ANY DIVERSION CONTRARY TO U.S. EXPORT CONTROL LAWS IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED
2 4 3 2 1 7833715 BALL1 NUT 1

2 5709013 GUIDE, RETURN TUBE 8 2 5709013 GUIDE, RETURN TUBE 8
3 145630J. JOHNSON BALL 03/20/12 168 (4x) Ø.531 3 145630 J. JOHNSON 03/20/12
BALL 168
4 7823272 LABEL 1 Ø4.125 B.C. 2.250-20 UN THD. 4 7823272 LABEL 1
5 5709857 BALL NUT
CLAMP, PUNCH LOK ASSY 1 RIGHT 4 BALL NUT ASSY
Note: Wiper kit does1not include7833714
flange 5 5709857 CLAMP, PUNCH LOK 1
6 5707529 OF 1
SLEEVE 1 A 1.500 6 5707529 1 OF 1
SLEEVE 7833714 1 A
end cap. 1.875
7 5703797 TIE,0.750
SELF LOCKING 1 7 5703797 TIE,0.750
SELF LOCKING 1
- .28125 -

50° 1/8-27 NPT 2.250-20 UN THD.
LUBE HOLE Dynamic Load (lbs) 7,600
1.576 Ø2.620
1.680 R MAX. 1.000 Ball Nut Part Number 8115-448-056
5.250
Double Circuit, Round Ball Nut with Load Lock — Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand
High Speed Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
.500
40° 1/8-27 NPT 2.250-20 UN THD.
LUBE HOLE
Ø2.620
MAX.
1.680 R MAX. 1.000
5.250 Wiper Kit Part Number* Internal
Flange P/N 8115-448-002

1.020
Ø4.940
(4x) Ø.531
Ø4.125 B.C. 2.250-20 UN THD.

50° 1/8-27 NPT 3.000-12 UN THD.
LUBE HOLE Dynamic Load (lbs) 18,500 18,500
2.010
MAX.
2.270 R MAX. 1.500 Ball Nut Part Number 8120-448-011 8120-448-013
6.380
1/8-27 NPT .500
Ø3.710 MAX. Max. Static Load (lbs) 154,635 154,635
50° LUBE HOLE 3.000-12 UN THD.
2.010 Nut weight (lbs) 19.25 19.25
MAX. Ø3.250
2.270 R MAX. 1.500 Flange Part Number 8120-448-002 8120-448-002
13.920 REF.
Flange P/N 8120-448-002

1.531
Ø5.380
(8x) Ø.656
Ø4.250 B.C. 3.000-12 UN THD.

1/8-27 NPT
50° LUBE HOLE 3-12 UN THD.
2.330
Ø3.250
MAX.
1.500
2.290 R MAX.
6.380 REF. Ball Nut Part Number 8120-448-021
1/8-27 NPT .500
Ø3.710 MAX.
50° LUBE HOLE
3.000-12 UN THD. Max. Static Load (lbs) 152,605
.2.330 Ø3.250 Nut weight (lbs) 19.25
MAX.
13.900 REF.
Optional Flange Kit Note: Dimensional information for all End Journals and Bearing Supports is available on
Flange P/N 8120-448-002
1.531
Ø5.380
(8x) Ø.656
Ø4.250 B.C. 3.000-12 UN THD.

0.500 1.560 2.260
1/8-27 NPT Dynamic Load (lbs) 21,306 21,306
Ø 3.370
3.137-12 UNS-2A
(1) Load Lock not available, 3.137-12 UNS-3A THD.

Optional Flange Kit
Flange P/N 8122-448-002 page 118 – 137. Information on required lubrication is on page 177.
1.582
Ø5.375
(6x) Ø.656
Ø4.375 B.C. 3.137-12 UNS-2B
Flange P/N 8122-448-008

1.582
Ø5.375
(6x) Ø.656
Ø4.375 B.C. 3.137-12 UNS-3B

Ø3.375 3.137-12 UNS-3A
1.958
2.300 R 1.562 Ball Nut Part Number 8122-448-006
MAX. 6.688
Flange P/N 8122-448-008

1.582
Ø5.375
(6x) Ø.656
Ø4.375 B.C. 3.137-12 UNS-3B

Triple Circuit, Round Ball Nut Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand
Ø3.375 3.340-12 UNS THD.
2.306
2.010 R .750
MAX. 3.750
Preloaded, Triple Circuit, Round Ball Nut Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand
with Integral Flange Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
Ø4.625 Dynamic Load (lbs) 6,315
(5x) Ø.344 HOLES .250
Ø3.375
ON Ø4.000 B.C. Max. Static Load (lbs) 81,938
60°
TYP Torque to raise 1 lb (oz-in.) 0.71
MAX.
Ball Nut Part Number
Flange Part Number Integral
Ø.125 LUBE HOLE
2.010 R .750 Wiper Kit Part Number* Internal
7.490 REF.
MAX.
Flange P/N 8125-448-022

.770
Ø5.375
(6x) Ø.656
Ø4.375 B.C. 3.340-12 UNS THD.

50° 1/8-27 NPT
LUBE HOLE
3 5/8-12 UN THD. Dynamic Load (lbs) 22,981
2.371
MAX.
6.750
Preloaded, Double Circuit, Round Ball Nut with Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand
Load Lock Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
14.50 REF
1.75
2.54
Ø 4.00 Ball Nut Part Number 8125-448-006
Ø 4.50 3.625-12 UN-2A
Optional Flange Kit

Flange P/N 8125-448-002
1.780
Ø6.000
(8x) Ø.656
Ø5.000 B.C. 3 5/8-12 UN THD.

50° 1/8-27 NPT 3 5/8-12 UN THD.
LUBE HOLE Dynamic Load (lbs) 27,000
2.381 Ø4.000
6.750
Preloaded, Double Circuit, Round Ball Nut with Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand
Load Lock Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
14.50 REF
5.10
1.75 Max. Static Load (lbs) 186,000
Ø 4.00
Ø 4.50 3.625-12 UN-2A Wiper Kit Part Number* Internal
Optional Flange Kit

Flange P/N 8125-448-002
1.780
Ø6.000
(8x) Ø.656
Ø5.000 B.C. 3 5/8-12 UN THD.

Triple Circuit, Round Ball Nut with Load Lock Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand
1/8-27 NPT
50°
LUBE HOLE
3.356
MAX.
3.340 R MAX.
2.000
Preloaded, Triple Circuit, Round Ball Nut with Load Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand
Lock Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
0.500
19.832 Dynamic Load (lbs) 44,316
3.036
2.000
2X 1/8-27 NPT Max. Static Load (lbs) 323,950
Ø 4.750
Ø 5.000
4.325-12UNS-2A Flange Part Number 8130-448-002
Optional Flange Kit

Flange P/N 8130-448-002
2.020
Ø7.380
(8x) Ø.781
Ø6.250 B.C. 4.325-12 UNS THD.

4.325-12 UNS THD. Nut Material Alloy Steel Alloy Steel
2.928 Ø4.750 Max. Static Load (lbs) 253,617
MAX.
2.000
3.134 R
MAX
Flange P/N 8130-448-020

2.020
Ø7.380
(8x) Ø.781
Ø6.250 B.C. 4.325-12 UNS THD.

Screw Weight (lbs/ft) 34.4 Maximum Length 244” P/N 190-9564
Number of Starts 1
Triple Circuit, Round Ball Nut with Load Lock Thread Direction Right Hand Left Hand
Ø5.875 5.497-12 UNS THD.
4.029
1.995
3.756 R
MAX. 12.593 Flange Part Number 8140-448-002
Flange P/N 8140-448-002
2.020
Ø9.750
(6x) Ø1.031
Ø8.000 B.C. 5.497-12 UNS THD.
Assembly Ordering
Assembly Ordering Key - Inch Series Ball Screws

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
R 03 08 L 45.5 F R X- BK 1 S X X
1. Nut configuration 3. Thread lead 9. Left end configuration
MR = RH, high capacity, cylindrical 08 = 0.125 inch X = Cut to length
MV = RH, high capacity, V-threads 05 = 0.200 inch K = Machine to print
R- = RH, dual circuit (3066 = triple circuit) 04 = 0.250 inch xx.x = Annealed length [inch]
RB = Precision high lead (legacy) 41 = 0.413 inch BK = Base mount
RC = RH, single circuit 47 = 0.473 inch BF = Floating base mount
RD = RH, single circuit, preloaded 02 = 0.500 inch FK = Flange mount
RE = LH, single circuit, preloaded 66 = 0.660 inch FF = Floating flange mount
RF = Dual circuits, square 01 = 1.000 inch QK = Base/flange mount
RG = Dual shortened circuits, square 15 = 1.500 inch QF = Floating base/flange mount
RH = RH, dual circuit, high speed 18 = 1.875 inch WK = Heavy duty flange
RJ = RH, dual circuit, preloaded, high speed 20 = 2.000 inch MK = Motor mount
RK = LH, single circuit
RL = LH, dual circuit 4. Nut style 10. Left end drive configuration
RP = RH, dual circuit, preloaded L = Load Lock, standard Blank = With drive extension or cut to length
RQ = RH, single circuit, Square LA = Load Lock, standard with 0.664-32 UNS V-threads 1 = Without drive extension
RR = LH, square LB = Load Lock, standard with 1.250-18 UNEF V-threads
RS = RH, dual circuit, stainless steel LC = Load Lock, standard with 1.125-18 UNEF V-threads 11. Left screw support configuration
RT = LH, dual circuit, preloaded LD = Load Lock, standard with 1.173-18 UNS V-threads X = No support (machined only)
RU = RH, square, preloaded N = Standard (no Load Lock) S = Support installed on machined surface
RV = LH, square, preloaded NB = Standard with 1.250-18 UNEF V-threads
RY = LH, round, 300 series stainless steel NC = Standard with 1.125-18 UNEF V-threads 12. Right end configuration
RZ = RH, stainless steel, preloaded NF = Standard with Integral Flange X = Cut to length
ND = Standard with 1.173-18 UNS V-threads K = Machine to print
2. Nominal thread diameter NA = Standard with 0.664-32 UNS V-threads xx.x = Annealed length [inch]
03 = 0.375 inch NE = Standard with 1.967-18 UNS-3A V-threads BK = Base mount
05 = 0.500 inch BF = Floating base mount
06 = 0.631 inch 5. Threaded length FK = Flange mount
07 = 0.750 inch xxx.xxx- = Length (inch) FF = Floating flange mount
09 = 0.875 inch QK = Base/flange mount
10 = 1.000 inch 6. Assembly type QF = Floating base/flange mount
11 = 1.150 inch X = No nut or flange (screw only) WK = Heavy duty flange
11 = 1.171 inch F = Screw and nut with flange MK = Motor mount
15 = 1.500 inch O = Screw and nut without flange
20 = 2.000 inch P = Screw and nut with pinned flange 13. Right end drive configuration
22 = 2.250 inch Blank = With drive extension or cut to length
25 = 2.500 inch 7. Nut orientation 1 = Without drive extension
30 = 3.000 inch R = Nut faces right end
40 = 4.000 inch L = Nut faces left end 14. Right screw support configuration
X = Nut ships on arbor X = No support (machined only)
S = Support installed on machined surface
8. Wipers
X- = No wipers 15. Custom Modifier
W- = Internal or optional add-on kit Blank = Standard
M = Custom
NOTE: Not all bearing supports are available in all sizes. See catalog or tact customer support for available combinations
Metric Ball Screws
Miniature Rolled Ball Screws

Miniature Rolled Ball Screw Assemblies are an efficient, cost-effective solution in a small envelope. Ball screw assemblies range from 4 to
14 mm in diameter, with standard lead accuracies of 52 microns/300 mm. Miniature Rolled Ball Screws are ideal for laboratory, semiconductor,
and medical applications.
Metric Rolled Ball Screws

Thomson Rolled Ball Screw Assemblies are designed and manufactured to provide high level performance at an affordable price. Ball screws
are manufactured using Thomson’s patented, German-engineered Precision Screw Forming (PST) Technology, which provides high accuracy (23
microns/300 mm standard) with the manufacturing efficiency of rolled processes. Ball Screw Assemblies are available in a wide range of diameters,
leads, and nut styles - all designed to provide quiet, smooth running, and efficient performance. Ball nuts include one of three unique ball return
systems (depending on the diameter and lead of the screw used) providing perfect guidance, low wear, and smooth running performance. Thomson
Rolled Ball Screw Assemblies are ideal for machining centers, factory automation, packaging, injection molding, wood working, water jet cutting,
electronic assembly, and medical applications.
Metric Ball Screws Overview
Miniature Flanged Flanged
Flanged Metal Return Cylindrical Threaded
Miniature Rolled Ball Screws

Diam. Lead
1 mm 2 mm 2.5 mm 3 mm 4 mm 5 mm 6 mm 8 mm 10 mm 12 mm 15 mm 20 mm
4 mm
5 mm
6 mm
8 mm
10 mm
12 mm
13 mm
14 mm
Metric Rolled Ball Screws

Diam. Lead
1 mm 2 mm 4 mm 5 mm 6 mm 8 mm 10 mm 12 mm 15 mm 20 mm 25 mm 32 mm 40 mm 50 mm
16 mm
20 mm
25 mm
32 mm
40 mm
50 mm
63 mm
80 mm
Metric Ball Screw Nuts - Return Systems Overview
All ball screws require a recirculation system for the ball nut balls.
Thomson return systems are optimized for each diameter and lead
combination to maximize load capacity, minimize footprint and
guarantee smooth and reliable operation.
Single Circuit and Multi Circuit

After each turn, the balls are lifted from the shaft raceway and set
back by a single turn. Thomson return systems made from glass-
fiber reinforced plastic or steel guarantee a faultless and gentle
recirculation of the balls.
Internal Return
After several turns, the balls are returned either by a patented
plastic recirculation system integrated into the nut or through
recirculation channels also integrated into the nut using steel
recirculation inserts.
External Return
The balls are recirculated via two special end caps and return
channels integrated into the nut.
Metric Ball Screw Nuts - Pre-Loading Alternatives
Most of our metric ball nuts come standard as non-preloaded with

pre-loaded available as an option on most sizes. Non-Preloaded Ball
Nuts are a flexible, economical solution for use in industrial, transport
grade applications. Preloaded Ball Nuts should be considered to
eliminate backlash and increase system stiffness in applications
where multi-directional positional accuracy and repeatability are
required.
Pre-load (Type Z1)

• Oversized balls slightly larger than the ball groove space are used
to provide zero backlash between the screw and nut.
• The preload is approximately 1% to 2% of dynamic load capacity.
• Typically used for positioning applications where higher-level
repeatability is desired.
F
APPLIED
No Pre-load (Type Z2)
(Standard lash)
• Axial play is present between screw and nut.
• Typically used for transport or vertical applications.
F
APPLIED
No Pre-load (Type Z3)
(Minimum lash)
• Axial play is present between screw and nut (held to 0.05 mm
maximum).
• Typically used for transport or vertical applications.
Ø 10 x 2 mm Miniature Metric Ball Screws – Rolled
Ball Screw
Nominal Ball Screw Diameter 10 mm
Nominal Ball Screw Lead 2 mm
9.8 8.3 Thread Direction Right Hand
Screw Material CF53
Screw Weight 0.59 kg/m
1800 Nominal Ball Diameter 1.588 mm
Lead Accuracy(1) T7 Part Number 190-9680
overall length at time of order
Flanged Ball Nut

Ø28 Ø28 Thread Direction Right Hand
Ø4.5 Ø4.5
Ø18 Ø18
Nut Material 1.7131 (ESP 65)
Ø36 Ø36
Dynamic Load 2.0 kN
Max. Static Load 3.4 kN
22 22
Torque to Raise 1 kN 0.35 Nm
30° 30° Nut Weight 0.1 kg
Preload Classes (2) Z2
6 6 Standard max. Backlash (Z2) 0.05 mm
22 22 Ball Return Type Multi Circuit Liner
Number of Balls 90
Wiper Type N/A
Part Number 8103-448-039
(1) T7 = 52 μm / 300 mm
Threaded Ball Nut (2) Z2 = no preload, clearance held to max. indicated in table (standard unless specified)
M17x1 Ø19.5 Thread Direction Right Hand

Dynamic Load 2.0 kN
Nut Weight 0.1 kg
Standard max. Backlash (Z2) 0.05 mm
8 Ball Return Type Multi Circuit Liner
22 Number of Balls 90
Wiper Type N/A
(1) T7 = 52 μm / 300 mm
(2) Z2 = no preload, clearance held to max. indicated in table (standard unless specified)
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53
Cylindrical Ball Nut

3 x 1.8 Ø19.5 Thread Direction Right Hand
Dynamic Load 2.0 kN
Nut Weight 0.1 kg
13 Ball Return Type Multi Circuit Liner
Wiper Type N/A
(1) T7 = 52 μm / 300 mm
Ball Screw
9.7 8 Thread Direction Right Hand
Screw Material CF53
Flanged Ball Nut

Ø4.5
Ø28
Ø4.5
Ø28 Thread Direction Right Hand
Ø18 Ø18
Ø36 Ø36
Dynamic Load 4.8 kN
22 22
30° 30° Nut Weight 0.1 kg
6 6
29 29
Ball Return Type Multi Circuit Liner
Number of Balls 98
Wiper Type N/A
(1)T7 = 52 μm / 300 mm
Threaded Ball Nut
M18x1 Thread Direction Right Hand
Ø21
Dynamic Load 4.8 kN
Nut Weight 0.1 kg
9
29
Number of Balls 98
Wiper Type N/A
(1) T7 = 52 μm / 300 mm
Ball Screw
9.7 8 Thread Direction Right Hand
Screw Material CF53

3 x 1.8 Ø21 Thread Direction Right Hand
Dynamic Load 4.8 kN
Nut Weight 0.1 kg
13
29
Number of Balls 98
Wiper Type N/A
(1)T7 = 52 μm / 300 mm
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53
Flanged Ball Nut

Ø23 Ø23 Ø4.5 Ø4.5
Ø38 Ø38
Dynamic Load 2.9 kN
24 24
30° 30°
Nut Weight 0.1 kg
6 6
35 35
Ball Return Type Internal
Number of Balls 76
Wiper Type N/A
(1) T7 = 52 μm / 300 mm
Threaded Ball Nut
M18x1 Ø23 Thread Direction Right Hand
Dynamic Load 2.9 kN
Nut Weight 0.1 kg
9 Standard max. Backlash (Z2) 0.05 mm
35 Ball Return Type Internal
Number of Balls 76
Wiper Type N/A
(1) T7 = 52 μm / 300 mm
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53

3 x 1.8 Thread Direction Right Hand
Ø23
Dynamic Load 2.9 kN
Nut Weight 0.1 kg
13 Ball Return Type Internal
Wiper Type N/A
(1) T7 = 52 μm / 300 mm
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53
Flanged Ball Nut

Ø29 Ø29
Ø20 Ø20 Ø4.5 Ø4.5 Thread Direction Right Hand
Ø37 Ø37 Nut Material 1.7131 (ESP 65)
Dynamic Load 6.8 kN
24 24 Max. Static Load 13.1 kN
30° 30° Torque to Raise 1 kN 0.35 Nm
Nut Weight 0.1 kg
8 8
40 40
Number of Balls 198
Wiper Type N/A
(1) T7 = 52 μm / 300 mm
Threaded Ball Nut
M20x1 Ø24 Thread Direction Right Hand
Dynamic Load 6.8 kN
Nut Weight 0.1 kg
10
Wiper Type N/A
(1) T7 = 52 μm / 300 mm
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53

3 x 1.8 Ø24 Thread Direction Right Hand
Dynamic Load 6.8 kN
Nut Weight 0.1 kg
18
Ball Return Type Multi Circuit
Wiper Type N/A
(1) T7 = 52 μm / 300 mm
Ø 12 x 4 mm Metric Ball Screws – Rolled
Ball Screw
Number of Thread Starts 1
Screw Material CF53
3000 Screw Weight 0.76 kg/m
Nominal Ball Diameter 2.0 mm
Lead Accuracy(1) P5 Part Number 195-9715
Cylindrical Ball Nut, KGM-N

P9
Ø20 Nut Material 1.7131 (ESP 65)
Dynamic Load 4.9 kN
Number of Circuits 3
Nut Weight 0.1 kg
Preload Classes (2) Z1, Z2 (standard), Z3
5 14
Ball Return Type Channel
24
Number of Balls 63
Wiper Type N/A
Part Number KGM-N-1204-RH-00
Threaded Ball Nut, KGM-G
5 Thread Direction Right Hand
M20X1.0 Nut Material 1.7131 (ESP 65)
M6x1
Dynamic Load 3.8 kN
25 Max. Static Load 4.3 kN
Nut Weight 0.1 kg
Ball Return Type Single Circuit
10
Number of Balls 60
34 Wiper Type N/A
Part Number KGM-G-1204-RH-00
(1) P3 = 12 µm / 300 mm, P5 = 23 µm / 300 mm, T5 = 23 µm / 300 mm, T7 = 52 µm / 300 mm
(2) Z1= light preload to 1-2%, Z2 = no preload, clearance held to max. indicated in table
(standard unless specified), Z3 = no preload, clearance held to max. 0.05 mm
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53
Nominal Ball Diameter 5 mm

P9
Dynamic Load 4.4 kN
Nut Weight 0.1 kg
5 14
24
Number of Balls 63
Wiper Type N/A
Part Number KGM-N-1205-RH-00
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53
Flanged Ball Nut

4
32 6 Thread Direction Right Hand
24 g6 4.5
5 Nut Material 1.7131 (ESP 65)
Dynamic Load 4.9 kN
M5
-0.2
24 -0.8 60°
Nut Weight 0.1 kg
8 40 Preload Classes (2) Z1, Z2 (standard), Z3
9.5 Standard max. Backlash (Z2) 0.024 mm
27.5
Ball Return Type End Cap
DIN 69051 Compliance Number of Balls 63
Wiper Type Rubber
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53
Cylindrical Ball Nut, KGM-D

P9 P9 Nut Material 1.7131 (ESP 65)
2 2 3 Ø24 g6 3 Ø24 g6
Dynamic Load 4.49 kN
Ø24 -0.2
-0.8 Ø24 -0.2
-0.8 Ø24-0.2
-0.8 Ø24-0.2
-0.8 Torque to Raise 1 kN 1.77 Nm
Nut Weight 0.1 kg
5 5 5 5
8.75 10 8.75 10 Ball Return Type End Cap
27.5 27.5 Number of Balls 63
Wiper Type Polymer
DIN 69051 Compliance Part Number KGM-D-1210-RH-00
Ball Screw Nominal Ball Screw Diameter 16 mm

15.6 12.9 Number of Thread Starts 1
Screw Material CF53
Flanged Ball Nut Thread Direction Right Hand

5 Ø38
Ø28 g6
Ø5.5 Dynamic Load 9.3 kN
Ø48
40
28
-0.8
M6 22.5°
Nut Weight 0.2 kg
45°
10
10 10
Ball Return Type Single Circuit Polymer
DIN 69051 Compliance Wiper Type Rubber
Flanged Ball Nut, KGF-D (FK) Thread Direction Right Hand
38
5.5
5.5
48
Dynamic Load 9.5 kN
28 g6 Max. Static Load 10.9 kN
45° Number of Circuits 3
0 28 -0.2
28 +0.3 -0.8 40 Torque to Raise 1 kN 0.885 Nm
22.5° Nut Weight 0.3 kg
10 M6 Standard max. Backlash (Z2) 0.041 mm
10
215200047 8 Ball Return Type Single Circuit Metal
48.5
Number of Balls 42
DIN 69051 Compliance Wiper Type Polymer
Part Number KGF-D-1605-RH-KK
Flanged Ball Nut, KGF-N Thread Direction Right Hand

12 5X 60 Dynamic Load 9.3 kN
8 30° Max. Static Load 13.1 kN
6 Number of Circuits 3
38 M6 Torque to Raise 1 kN 0.885 Nm
Nut Weight 0.2 kg
-0.2 Preload Classes (2) Z1, Z2 (standard), Z3
48 28 g6 28
-0.8 Standard max. Backlash (Z2) 0.041 mm
Number of Balls 45
Wiper Type Rubber
6X 5.5
44 Part Number KGF-N-1605-RH-EE
Note: Dimensional information for all End Journals and Bearing Supports is available on (1) P3 = 12 µm / 300 mm, P5 = 23 µm / 300 mm, T5 = 23 µm / 300 mm, T7 = 52 µm / 300 mm
page 118 – 137. Information on required lubrication is on page 177. (2) Z1= light preload to 1-2%, Z2 = no preload, clearance held to max. indicated in table

Screw Material CF53
Cylindrical Ball Nut, KGM-D overall length at time of order
P9 P9 Thread Direction Right Hand

5 x2 5 x2
Ø28 g6 Ø28 g6 Nut Material 1.7131 (ESP 65)
Dynamic Load 9.3 kN
Ø3 Ø3
Nut Weight 0.10 kg
7 7 20 20 Ball Return Type Single Circuit
Number of Balls 45
34 34 DIN 69051 Compliance Wiper Type Polymer
Part Number KGM-D-1605-RH-EE

10.5 22 Nut Material 1.7131 (ESP 65)
M6x1
4 M30X1.5 Dynamic Load 12.1 kN
32
Nut Weight 0.22 kg
16.5 Ball Return Type Single Circuit
57.5 Number of Balls 56
Wiper Type Polymer
Part Number KGM-G-1605-RH-KK
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53
Flanged Ball Nut

Ø38
Ø5.5
Ø28 g6 Nut Material 1.7131 (ESP 65)
Ø48
-0.2
40
Ø28 -0.8
M6 22.5°
45°
Nut Weight 0.3 kg
10
10
10

DIN 69051 Compliance Ball Return Type Channel
Number of Balls 102
Wiper Type Rubber
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53

P9 P9
5 x52x 2 Thread Direction Right Hand
Ø28Ø28
g6 g6
Ø3 Ø3 Torque to Raise 1 kN 1.77 Nm
Nut Weight 0.2 kg
15 15 20 20 Standard max. Backlash (Z2) 0.035 mm
50 50 Ball Return Type Channel
Wiper Type Polymer

19.5 16.9 Screw Material CF53
6000 Lead Accuracy(1) P5 Part Number 195-9700
Flanged Ball Nut
5
Ø36 g6 Ø6.6 Ø58 Dynamic Load 10.5 kN
22.5°
44
Ø36 -0.2
-0.8
Nut Weight 0.25 kg
45° Preload Classes (2) Z1, Z2 (standard), Z3
10
M6
12 10
Number of Balls 48
Wiper Type Rubber
42 DIN 69051 Compliance

5
47 Dynamic Load 11.5 kN
5.5 6.6 58
28 g6
45° Torque to Raise 1 kN 0.885 Nm
0
36 +0.3
-0.2
36 -0.8 44 Nut Weight 0.4 kg
22.5° Preload Classes (2) Z1, Z2 (standard), Z3
10 Ball Return Type Single Circuit Metal
M6
8
48.5 Wiper Type Polymer
0215200049
DIN 69051 Compliance Part Number KGF-D-2005-RH-KK

Flanged Ball Nut, KGF-N
5X 60
10 30° Max. Static Load 16.6 kN
6
Nut Weight 0.25 kg
55 32 g6 32
-0.8
Number of Balls 48
Wiper Type Rubber
44
6X 7 Part Number KGF-N-2005-RH-EE

P9
5 x2
P9
5 x2 Thread Direction Right Hand
Ø36 Ø36 Dynamic Load 10.5 kN
g6 g6
Nut Weight 0.2 kg
Ø3 Ø3 Preload Classes (2) Z1, Z2 (standard), Z3
Number of Balls 48
Wiper Type Polymer
DIN 69051 Compliance Part Number KGM-D-2005-RH-EE
7 7 20 20

Threaded Ball Nut, KGM-G Dynamic Load 14.8 kN
10.5 22
M6x1
4 M35X1.5 Number of Circuits 4
38 Torque to Raise 1 kN 0.885 Nm
Nut Weight 0.3 kg
Number of Balls 72
Wiper Type Polymer
16.5 Part Number KGM-G-2005-RH-KK
57.5

Nut Weight 0.1 kg
Ball Return Type Single Circuit Metal
Number of Balls 48
Wiper Type Rubber
Part Number KGM-N-2005-RH-EE
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53
60° Ø62 Dynamic Load 11.6 kN
Ø35 g6 Max. Static Load 18.4 kN
Ø50 Torque to Raise 1 kN 3.54 Nm
Ø35 -0.2 Nut Weight 0.3 kg
-0.8
Ø7
M6
Number of Balls 100
5 30° Wiper Type Rubber
8 Part Number KGF-N-2020-RH-EE
4
30
Flanged Ball Nut, KGF-D (FH)

5 5 4747
6.66.6 Dynamic Load 10.8 kN
1111
2828
g6g6 5858 Max. Static Load 17.5 kN
45°45° Number of Circuits 2.8
0 0
36+0.3
36 -0.2
3636 -0.2 4444
+0.3 -0.8
-0.8
22.5°
22.5° Nut Weight 0.5 kg
4 4
M6M6 Standard max. Backlash (Z2) 0.041 mm
1010 1010
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53

1.5 1.5 P9 P9 Nut Material 1.7131 (ESP 65)
5 5
Ø35 g6
Ø35 g6
Ø35 -0.2
Ø35 -0.2 Ø35 -0.2
Ø35 -0.2
-0.8 -0.8 -0.8 -0.8
Nut Weight 0.2 kg
8 8 8 8 Ball Return Type End Cap
9 9 12 12 Number of Balls 100
30 30 Wiper Type Polymer
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53

9
60°
Ø62
Ø35 g6
Ø50 Number of Circuits 5
-0.2
-0.8
Ø7
Nut Weight 0.4 kg
M6
5 30° Ball Return Type End Cap
10 8
Number of Balls 140
56
Wiper Type Rubber
Part Number KGF-N-2050-RH-EE
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53

1.5 P9 Ø40 g6 Nut Material 1.7131 (ESP 65)
5
Ø40 -0.2
-0.8 Ø40 -0.2
Nut Weight 0.3 kg
19 20
Wiper Type Rubber

Screw Material CF53
5 Ø6.6 Ø51
Ø40 g6 Dynamic Load 12.3 kN
Ø62 Max. Static Load 22.5 kN
48
22.5°
Ø40 -0.2
-0.8
Nut Weight 0.4 kg
M6
10 Ball Return Type Single Circuit
10
10
Number of Balls 63
42 Wiper Type Rubber
DIN 69051 Compliance Part Number 7110-448-064

51
5
6 6.6 Dynamic Load 13.1 kN
28 g6 62 Max. Static Load 20.2 kN
45°
0
40 +0.3 40 -0.2 48
-0.8 Nut Weight 0.4 kg
22.5°
10
M6 Ball Return Type Single Circuit Metal
10 8 Number of Balls 66
49 Wiper Type Polymer
DIN 69051 Compliance
0215200050
5X 60
8 30°
7
Nut Weight 0.4 kg
-0.2
62 38 g6 38
Number of Balls 63
Wiper Type Rubber
46 6X 7

Screw Material CF53
Cylindical Ball Nut, KGM-N Ball screws can be cut to the length you require. Specify ball screw part number and
P9
5 x2 overall length at time of order

3
Nut Weight 0.15 kg
40
Number of Balls 63
7 20 Wiper Type Rubber
34
5 x2
P9

Nut Weight 0.2 kg
Ø3
Number of Balls 63
Ø40g6 Wiper Type Rubber
7 20
34 DIN 69051 Compliance Thread Direction Right Hand
Threaded Ball Nut, KGM-G Nut Material 1.7131 (ESP 65)
10.5 22 Max. Static Load 33.7 kN
M6x1 Number of Circuits 5
4 M35X1.5
38
Nut Weight 0.2 kg
Number of Balls 110
Wiper Type Polymer
16.5 Part Number KGM-G-2505-RH-KK
57.5
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53
Flanged Ball Nut

5
Ø40 g6 Ø6.6
Ø62
22.5° 48
Ø40
-0.2 Max. Static Load 25.3 kN
-0.8
16
M6 Nut Weight 0.5 kg
10 Preload Classes (2) Z1, Z2 (standard), Z3
10
DIN 69051 Compliance Ball Return Type Channel
Number of Balls 75
Wiper Type Rubber
10.15 6.6
62
28 g6
45°
0
40 +0.3 40 -0.2 48
-0.8 Number of Circuits 6.1
22.5°
20.7 Nut Weight 0.5 kg
M6
10 8
Number of Balls 164
Wiper Type Polymer
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53

P9
5 x2
Ø40g6
Nut Weight 0.24 kg
12.5 20 Ball Return Type Channel
45 DIN 69051 Compliance Number of Balls 75
Wiper Type Rubber
M6x1
4
42
Nut Weight 0.4 kg
17 Ball Return Type Multi Circuit
61
Number of Balls 55
Wiper Type Polymer
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53
Flanged Ball Nut

Ø6.6
10.5 Ø51
Ø40 g6
Ø62
48
Ø40 -0.2
-0.8
22.5°
45° Nut Weight 0.3 kg
10 M6
4 8
35
Number of Balls 80
Wiper Type Rubber
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53

1.5 1.5 P9 Nut Material 1.7131 (ESP 65)
5 5 P9
Ø40 g6 Ø40 g6 Dynamic Load 13.0 kN
-0.2 -0.2
Ø40 -0.2 -0.2
-0.8 Ø40 -0.8 Ø40 -0.8 Ø40 -0.8 Nut Weight 0.2 kg
10.5 10.5 10.5 10.5 Number of Balls 80
11.5 11.5
35 35 Part Number KGM-D-2520-RH-EE
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53
Flanged Ball Nut

5
8 Ø6.6 Nut Material 1.7131 (ESP 65)
Ø51
Ø40 g6
45°
-0.2
Ø40 -0.8
Nut Weight 0.7 kg
22.5°
10 M6 Ball Return Type End Cap
8
Number of Balls 130
9
35
Wiper Type Rubber
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53

5P9 5P9
1.5 1.5 Nut Material 1.7131 (ESP 65)
Ø40 g6Ø40 g6
Ø40 -0.2
Ø40 -0.2 Ø40 -0.2
Ø40 -0.2
-0.8 -0.8 -0.8 -0.8 Nut Weight 0.5 kg
8 8 8 8
Number of Balls 130
11 11 13 13 Wiper Type Rubber
35 35 DIN 69051 Compliance Part Number KGM-D-2525-RH-EE
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53
Flanged Ball Nut

10
Ø6.6
5
Ø62
Ø40 g6
45°
-0.2
Ø40
-0.8
22.5° Torque to Raise 1 kN 8.85 Nm
Nut Weight 0.4 kg
10
M6
10
58
Number of Balls 130
Wiper Type Rubber
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53

1.51.5 Ø40
Ø40g6g6
5P9
5P9
Ø40-0.2
Ø40 -0.2
-0.8
-0.8 Ø40
Ø40-0.2
-0.2
-0.8
-0.8
Nut Weight 0.3 kg
1919 2020 Ball Return Type End Cap

Flanged Ball Nut overall length at time of order
6
Ø9
Ø50 g6
Ø80
22.5° Max. Static Load 49.3 kN
Ø50
-0.2
-0.8
M6 Torque to Raise 1 kN 0.885 Nm
10
12
55
Number of Balls 140
Wiper Type Rubber
Flanged Ball Nut, KGF-D (FK)
6
9
28 g6
45° Max. Static Load 36.3 kN
50 0
+0.3 50 -0.2
-0.8 63
22.5°
Nut Weight 0.7 kg
10
M6 Standard max. Backlash (Z2) 0.041 mm
12 8
Number of Balls 116
57
Flanged Ball Nut, KGF-N Part Number KGF-D-3205-RH-KK

Nut Weight 0.6 kg
Number of Balls 140
Wiper Type Rubber

6 x 2.5
P9

Ø50g6 Nut Material 1.7131 (ESP 65)
Nut Weight 0.5 kg
7.5
8 30 Ball Return Type Single Circuit
Wiper Type Rubber
Cylindrical Ball Nut, KGM-N Part Number KGM-D-3205-RH-EE

Nut Weight 0.3 kg
Number of Balls 140
Wiper Type Rubber
10.5 23
M6x1
5
52
Nut Weight 0.6 kg
Number of Balls 145
Wiper Type Polymer
19
65.5
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53
Flanged Ball Nut

Ø65
Ø53 g6 Ø9 Ø80 Nut Material 1.7131 (ESP 65)
22.5°
Ø53 -0.2
-0.8
45°
Nut Weight 0.9 kg
16 M6 Preload Classes (2) Z1, Z2 (standard), Z3
Wiper Type Rubber
0215200075 0215200075

16 16
5X 60 5X Nut
60 Material 1.7131 (ESP 65)
10 10
30° 30° Dynamic Load 33.4 kN
8 8
M8
Max. Static Load
M8
54.5 kN
68 68
-0.2 -0.2
80 53 g6 80 53 g6 53 53
-0.8 -0.8 Nut Weight 0.9 kg
6X 7 6X 7
73 73
Number of Balls 42
Wiper Type Rubber
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53

6 x 2.5
P9
Ø53 Dynamic Load 33.4 kN
Ø4 Nut Weight 0.6 kg
10
15 30 Ball Return Type Single Circuit Polymer
Wiper Type Rubber
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53
Flanged Ball Nut

6
Ø53 g6 Ø9 Ø80
Ø65
22.5°
Ø53 -0.2 62
-0.8
M6
Nut Weight 0.9 kg
16
Wiper Type Rubber
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53

6 x 2.5
P9

Ø53
Nut Weight 0.6 kg
7.5 Preload Classes (2) Z1, Z2 (standard), Z3
70
Number of Balls 84
Wiper Type Rubber
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53
Flanged Ball Nut

Ø9 Ø65
9
Ø50 g6
Ø80
45° Max. Static Load 37.4 kN
-0.2
Ø50 -0.8 62
22.5°
Nut Weight 0.8 kg
M6
12 8
Wiper Type Rubber
65
9
28 g6 80
45°
0 50 -0.2
50+0.3 -0.8 62 Number of Circuits 4
22.5° Torque to Raise 1 kN 5.66 Nm
Nut Weight 0.8 kg
M6
12
12
42
Number of Balls 124
Wiper Type Polymer
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53

7.5 7.5
Ø53 g6 Ø53 g6 60° 60°
Ø80 Ø80
Ø68 Ø68
-0.2 -0.2
Ø53 Ø53
-0.8 -0.8 Nut Weight 0.5 kg
Ø7 Ø7
M6 M6 Ball Return Type End Cap
Number of Balls 168
8 8 30° 30°
14 14
45 45

13 13
1.5 1.5 6 P9 6 P9 Thread Direction Right Hand
Ø53 g6Ø53 g6
-0.2 -0.2
Ø53-0.8
Ø53-0.8 Ø53 -0.2
Ø53 -0.2
-0.8 -0.8
Nut Weight 0.46 kg
7.5 7.5 7.5 7.5
10 10 25 25
Number of Balls 168
45 45
Wiper Type Rubber

Screw Material CF53
7 Ø78 Thread Direction Right Hand

Ø9
Ø63 g6 Ø93 Nut Material 1.7131 (ESP 65)
-0.2 Number of Circuits 5
Ø63 -0.8 70
45°
10 M6 Standard max. Backlash (Z2) 0.041 mm
Number of Balls 180
57

7 7 Nut Material 1.7131 (ESP 65)
Ø78
Ø78
7 7
Ø63
Ø63
G6G6
Ø9Ø9
Ø93
Ø93
0 0 -0.1
-0.1
Ø63
Ø63
-0.3
-0.3 Ø63
Ø63
-0.6
-0.6 7070 Nut Weight 1.2 kg
M8M8 Preload Classes (2) Z1, Z2 (standard), Z3
30°30°
45°45°
Ball Return Type EUS
1010
Number of Balls 180
1414
6666
0215200055

30°
5X 60 Number of Circuits 5
8
68 M6
Nut Weight 0.7 kg
-0.2
80
53 G6
53
Number of Balls 180
Wiper Type Rubber
59 6X 7 Part Number KGF-N-4005-RH-EE

Screw Material CF53
P9
7.5 Ball Return Type Single Circuit
45 DIN 69051 Compliance Wiper Type Rubber
Max. Static Load 63.1kN
Nut Weight 0.6 kg
Number of Balls 180
Wiper Type Rubber
12 22.5
M56X1.5
M8X1
58
Nut Weight 0.6 kg
Number of Balls 180
Wiper Type Polymer
19
67.5


7 7 Ø78 Ø78
Ø63 g6 Ø63 g6 Ø9 Ø9 Ø93 Ø93 Dynamic Load 38.0 kN
Ø63 -0.2 -0.2
-0.8 Ø63 -0.8 70 70
Nut Weight 1.2 kg
30° 30°
45° 45°
16 16 M8X1 M8X1
10 10

77 Ø78
Ø78
Ø63
Ø63G6
G6 Ø9
Ø9
77 Ø93
Ø93
Ø63 00
Ø63-0.3 Ø63-0.1
Ø63 -0.1 7070
-0.3 -0.6
-0.6
M8X1
M8X1
Nut Weight 1.4 kg
30°
45°
45° Standard max. Backlash (Z2) 0.084 mm
1414
1010
Number of Balls 72
88.5
88.5 Wiper Type Polymer
Flanged Ball Nut, KGF-N 0215200353

10
5X 60
30° Number of Circuits 3
8
M8 Max. Static Load 109.0 kN
78
Nut Weight 1.2 kg
-0.2
95 63 g6 63
Number of Balls 54
Wiper Type Rubber
6X 9
73


P9

10
Wiper Type Rubber
13 43
M8X1 M60X2.0
6
65 Max. Static Load 136.2 kN
Nut Weight 1.3 kg
105.5
Number of Balls 90
Wiper Type Polymer
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53
Flanged Ball Nut
7 7 Ø9 Ø9
Ø78 Thread Direction
Ø78 Right Hand
Ø63.1 Ø63.1 Ø93 Ø93
Ø63 -0.2
-0.8 Ø63 -0.2
-0.8 70 70
30° 30° Torque to Raise 1 kN 3.54 Nm
45° 45°
Nut Weight 1.5 kg
16 16 M8X1 M8X1 Preload Classes (2) Z1, Z2 (standard), Z3
14 14 12 12 Standard max. Backlash (Z2) 0.059 mm
80 80
Number of Balls 104
Wiper Type Rubber
6 x 2.5
P9
Nut Weight 1.2 kg
20 30
70 Ball Return Type Channel
Number of Balls 102
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53
Flanged Ball Nut

7.5 Ø9
Ø63 g6
45°
Ø63 -0.2 Number of Circuits 8
-0.8
30°
Nut Weight 1.2 kg
M8
16 10
85
Number of Balls 360
Wiper Type Rubber
Cylindrical Ball Nut, KGM-D Part Number 7115-448-076
6 x 2.5
P9
Ø63g6
Nut Weight 0.9 kg
20 30
70 Ball Return Type End Cap
Number of Balls 380

Screw Material CF53

Ø75 g6 Ø11 Ø110 Nut Material 1.7131 (ESP 65)
-0.2
Ø75 -0.8 85 Number of Circuits 5
30°
16 M8
10
Number of Balls 115
Wiper Type Rubber
8 8 Ø93
Ø93
7 7 Ø75
Ø75
g6g6 Ø11
Ø110
Ø110
0 0 -0.1
-0.1
Ø75
Ø75
-0.3
-0.3 Ø75
Ø75 8585
-0.6
-0.6 Nut Weight 2.0 kg
M8M8
30°30° Preload Classes (2) Z1, Z2 (standard), Z3
45°45° Standard max. Backlash (Z2) 0.084 mm
9 9
Flanged Ball Nut, KGF-N 0215200041 Thread Direction Right Hand

18
10
5X 60 Max. Static Load 155.8 kN
9 30°
90 M8
Nut Weight 2.0 kg
110 72 g6 72
-0.2
Number of Balls 115
Wiper Type Rubber
97 6X 11

Screw Material CF53
6 x 2.5
P9

Nut Weight 0.9 kg
Ø4
11
82 DIN 69051 Compliance Wiper Type Rubber
Nut Weight 1.1 kg
Number of Balls 115
Wiper Type Rubber
Threaded Ball Nut, KGM-G Thread Direction Right Hand

13
53
M72X2.0 Dynamic Load 97.8 kN
M8X1 6
Nut Weight 2.0 kg
Number of Balls 132
Wiper Type Polymer
29
118
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53
Flanged Ball Nut

0215200212
0215200212
9 9
85 g6
85 g6
11 11
125125
-0.2-0.2
85 85
-0.8-0.8
95 95 Torque to Raise 1 kN 3.54 Nm
30° 30°
Nut Weight 2.5 kg
45° 45°
M8 M8 Standard max. Backlash (Z2) 0.084 mm
22 22
18 18
10 10
95 95
Number of Balls 100
Wiper Type Rubber
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53

6 x 2.5
P9
Nut Weight 1.4 kg
Ø4 Preload Classes (2) Z1, Z2 (standard), Z3
23 36

Screw Material CF53
Flanged Ball Nut
9 Ø11
Ø90 g6 Ø125 Nut Material 1.7131 (ESP 65)
Ø90 -0.2
-0.8 95 Number of Circuits 5
30°
16 M8
18
Number of Balls 140
9 9 Ø108
7 7 Ø90Ø90
g6 g6 Nut Material 1.7131 (ESP 65)
Ø11Ø11 Ø125
0 0
Ø90Ø90
-0.3-0.3
-0.1-0.1
Ø90Ø90
-0.6-0.6 95 95 Torque to Raise 1 kN 1.77 Nm
Nut Weight 2.0 kg
M8M8
30°30° Preload Classes (2) Z1, Z2 (standard), Z3
45°45°
18 18
103.5
103.5
Wiper Type Polymer
Flanged Ball Nut, KGF-N 0215200058
20
30°
10
10
5X 60 Dynamic Load 76.0 kN
M8
105
Nut Weight 2.0 kg
125 85 g6 85
-0.2
-0.8 Preload Classes (2) Z1, Z2 (standard), Z3
Number of Balls 140
Wiper Type Rubber
99
6X 11

Screw Material CF53
0215050109 0215050109

6 x 2.56 x 2.5
P9 P9

Ø90 Ø90
g6 g6 Dynamic Load 68.7 kN
Nut Weight 0.9 kg
Number of Balls 140
11 11
82 82 DIN 69051 Compliance
Cylindrical Ball Nut, KGM-N Thread Direction Right Hand

Nut Weight 1.5 kg
Number of Balls 140
Wiper Type Rubber
Threaded Ball Nut, KGM-G Thread Direction Right Hand

13 53
M8X1 6
M85X2.0 Dynamic Load 109.7 kN
92
Nut Weight 2.0 kg
Number of Balls 168
Wiper Type Polymer
29
118
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53
6000 Screw Weight 22 kg/m
Flanged Ball Nut

Ø13.5 Ø115
10
Ø135
Ø95 g6
Ø95 -0.2 100
-0.8
30°
25 M8 Nut Weight 2.95 kg
20
99
DIN 69051 Compliance Ball Return Type Single Circuit Polymer
Number of Balls 96
Wiper Type Rubber
10 10
24 24 Ø95 g6Ø95 g6 Ø13.5 Ø13.5 Ø135 Ø135 Nut Material 1.7131 (ESP 65)
0 Ø95 0 -0.1 -0.1
Ø95 -0.3 -0.3 Ø95 -0.6
Ø95 -0.6 100 100 Number of Circuits 5.6
M8 M8
30° 30°
45° 45° Nut Weight 3.8 kg/m
20 20
86 86
Wiper Type Polymer
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53
6000 Screw Weight 22 kg/m

6 x 2.5
P9 P9

Ø95Ø95
g6 g6 Dynamic Load 78.4 kN
Nut Weight 1.95 kg
82 82
DIN 69051 Compliance Part Number KGM-D-6320-RH-EE
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53

60° Ø145
Ø105 g6 Dynamic Load 86.3 kN
Ø125
Ø105
-0.8
M8 Standard max. Backlash (Z2) 0.08 mm
11 30°
10
Number of Balls 175
8

10
Ø125
9 Ø105 g6
Ø13.5
Ø145
0 -0.1
Ø105 -0.3 Ø105 -0.6 110
30° M8
Nut Weight 3.9 kg
45°
10
20
10
121
Number of Balls 210
Wiper Type Polymer
Ball Screw
Screw Material CF53

8 x 38 x 3
P9
P9
Ø105 Ø105 Nut Material 1.7131 (ESP 65)

Ø4 Ø4 Nut Weight 3.9 kg
11 11
Number of Balls 175
23 2336 36 Wiper Type Rubber
82 82
15.5 53 M110X2.0 Thread Direction Right Hand

M8X1 Nut Material 1.7131 (ESP 65)
8
120
Max. Static Load 375 kN
Nut Weight 4.9 kg
Wiper Type Polymer
Metric Miniature Rolled Ball Screws — PRM Series
4mm to 14mm Diameter, Lead Accuracy: ± 52µm/300mm

Type A Type B
Non-Preloaded, Rolled Ball Screw Assemblies

• Cost-effective solution in a small envelope, ideal for use in small spaces
• Clearance held to max .02mm
• Two nut styles (Type A & B) provide optimum performance in low and high lead assemblies
Performance Data
Nominal Ball Screw Suggested
Diameter Lead Bearing Dynamic Static Max.
and Nut Minor Max.
(size) Nut Type Size Load Load Axial
Assembly Diameter Length
Capacity Capacity Backlash
P/N(1)
(mm) (mm) (mm) (kN) (lbf) (kN) (lbf) (mm) (mm) (mm)
4 1 B PRM0401 N/A 0.6 126 0.8 178 0.02 3.3 100
5 4 B PRM0504 N/A 0.5 106 0.7 162 0.02 4.3 220
6 1 B PRM0601 4 0.7 153 1.2 270 0.02 5.3 265
6 6 A PRM0606 4 0.9 196 1.5 326 0.02 5.2 265
8 1 B PRM0801 6 0.8 175 1.7 371 0.02 7.3 360
8 2 B PRM0802 6 2.4 540 4.1 922 0.02 6.6 360
8 5 B PRM0805 6 1.9 416 3.0 674 0.02 6.6 360
8 8 A PRM0808 6 2.2 495 3.8 854 0.02 6.7 360
8 12 A PRM0812 6 2.2 495 4.0 899 0.02 6.7 360
10 2 B PRM1002 6 2.7 607 5.3 1,191 0.02 8.6 355
10 10 A PRM1010 6 3.3 742 5.9 1,326 0.02 8.4 405
10 15 A PRM1015 6 3.3 742 6.4 1,439 0.02 8.4 405
10 20 A PRM1020 6 2.1 472 4.0 899 0.02 8.7 405
12 2 B PRM1202 8 3.0 674 6.4 1,439 0.02 10.6 395
13 12 A PRM1312 8 5.0 1,124 9.9 2,226 0.02 11.0 700
13 20 A PRM1320 8 5.0 1,124 10.7 2,405 0.02 11.0 700
14 2 B PRM1402 8 3.2 719 7.5 1,686 0.02 12.6 445
14 4 B PRM1404 8 5.7 1,281 11.6 2,608 0.02 11.8 445
(1) All Miniature Rolled product is sold in matched sets as ball screw and nut assemblies. Please contact factory for sizes not listed.
Metric Miniature Rolled Ball Screws — PRM Series

Type A — End Cap Design
30° 30°
(4x) ØX
Dp
ØDf ØB.C. ØD ØD ØD
V F L1
L
Type B — Return Plate Design

30° 30°
(4x) ØX
Dp
ØDf ØB.C. ØD ØD ØD
F L1
V
L
Nut Specifications
Nominal Flange Mounting
Diameter Lead Outside Overall Body Flange Flange Flat Bolt Circle
Nut Outside Hole Ball
(size) Diameter Length Length Width Width Diameter
Type Diameter Diameter Diameter
D L L1 F V Dp
Df X
(mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)
4 1 B 11.0 24.0 17.0 13.0 4.0 15.0 18.0 3.4 0.80
5 4 B 12.0 24.0 22.0 18.0 4.0 16.0 18.0 3.4 0.80
6 1 B 13.0 26.0 17.0 13.0 4.0 16.0 20.0 3.4 0.80
6 6 A 14.0 27.0 17.0 8.0 4.0 16.0 21.0 3.4 1.00
8 1 B 16.0 29.0 17.0 13.0 4.0 18.0 23.0 3.4 0.80
8 2 B 20.0 37.0 24.0 19.0 5.0 22.0 29.0 4.5 1.59
8 5 B 18.0 31.0 28.0 24.0 4.0 20.0 25.0 3.4 1.59
8 8 A 18.0 31.0 20.0 10.0 4.0 20.0 25.0 3.4 1.59
8 12 A 18.0 31.0 27.0 17.0 4.0 20.0 25.0 3.4 1.59
10 2 B 23.0 40.0 24.0 19.0 5.0 25.0 32.0 4.5 1.59
10 10 A 23.0 40.0 24.0 13.0 5.0 25.0 32.0 4.5 2.00
10 15 A 23.0 40.0 33.0 22.0 5.0 25.0 32.0 4.5 2.00
10 20 A 20.0 37.0 23.0 13.0 5.0 22.0 29.0 4.5 1.59
12 2 B 25.0 42.0 24.0 19.0 5.0 27.0 34.0 4.5 1.59
13 12 A 28.0 45.0 30.0 17.0 5.0 30.0 37.0 4.5 2.38
13 20 A 28.0 45.0 43.0 29.0 5.0 30.0 37.0 4.5 2.38
14 2 B 26.0 45.0 25.0 19.0 6.0 28.0 36.0 5.5 1.59
14 4 B 30.0 49.0 33.0 27.0 6.0 32.0 40.0 5.5 2.38
Ordering
Ordering Key - Metric Ball Screws

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
RM 16 05 FD Z1- 271.54 R X- FK 1 S X X
1. Nut configuration 8. Wipers
RM = Metric X- = No wipers
W- = Polymer wipers (standard)
2. Nominal thread diameter
10 = 10 mm 9. Left end configuration
12 = 12 mm X = Cut to length
16 = 16 mm K = Machine to print
20 = 20 mm xx.x = Annealed length [inch]
25 = 25 mm BK = Base mount
32 = 32 mm BF = Floating base mount
40 = 40 mm FK = Flange mount
50 = 50 mm FF = Floating flange mount
63 = 63 mm QK = Base/flange mount
80 = 80 mm QF = Floating base/flange mount
WK = Heavy duty flange
3. Thread lead MK = Motor mount
02 = 2 mm
03 = 3 mm 10. Left end drive configuration
04 = 4 mm Blank = With drive extension or cut to length
05 = 5 mm 1 = Without drive extension
10 = 10 mm
20 = 20 mm 11. Left screw support configuration
25 = 25 mm X = No support (machined only)
32 = 32 mm S = Support installed on machined surface
40 = 40 mm
50 = 50 mm 12. Right end configuration
X = Cut to length
4. Nut style K = Machine to print
F = Flanged internal ball return (FSI) xx.x = Annealed length [inch]
T = Threaded internal ball return (TSI) BK = Base mount
R = Cylindrical internal ball return (RSI) BF = Floating base mount
FD = Flanged (DIN 69051), internal ball return FK = Flange mount
FH = Flanged, end cap return FF = Floating flange mount
FK = Flanged, metal ball return QK = Base/flange mount
FN = Flanged, polymer ball return QF = Floating base/flange mount
MD = Flanged (DIN 69051), polymer ball return WK = Heavy duty flange
MG = Threaded, metal ball return MK = Motor mount
MN = Cylindrical, internal ball return
FS = No nut, Fineline screw only 13. Right end drive configuration
Blank = No nut, standard screw only Blank = With drive extension or cut to length
1 = Without drive extension
5. Nut assembly condition
Z1- = Light preload (1-2%) 14. Right screw support configuration
Z2- = Standard backlash X = No support (machined only)
Z3- = Backlash reduced (0.05 mm max.) S = Support installed on machined surface
6. Threaded length
15. Custom Modifier
xxx.xx- = Length (mm)
Blank = Standard
M = Custom
7. Nut orientation
R = Nut faces right end
L = Nut faces left end
X = Nut ships on arbor
NOTE: Not all bearing supports are available in all sizes. See catalog or tact customer support for available combinations
Ball Splines
A Thomson Precision ball spline consists of mating inner and outer

races containing concave axial races and a complement of bearing
balls. The balls provide the only physical contact between the inner
and outer races. Unlimited rolling travel is achieved by diverting the
path of the balls at the extremes of the outer race into the end cap
return circuit. This provides a closed loop through which the balls
recirculate when the races are displaced axially relative to each
other. The bearing balls resist radial displacement resulting from
torque loads.
• Efficiency — coefficient of friction 0.007 maximum
• Hardness — minimum of RC 56 in ball race
• Lash — 0.005 inch maximum standard play perpendicular to
rotational axis
Precision Rolled Ball Splines
0.625 in to 4.000 in Diameter
Inner and Outer Spline Races

• Offers high speed, anti-friction linear motion under high torsional loads
• All units available with and without keyway
•
All sizes stocked for quick delivery
Performance Data Inner Race Specifications

Nominal Dynamic Static
Inner Outer Race Outer Race Max. Max.
Diameter Active Load Torque Root Standard Inner
Race P/N P/N Diametral Angular
Races(1)(2) Capacity Capacity Diameter Length Weight
P/N (w/o keyway) (w/ keyway) Backlash Backlash
(Cam) (Co)
(in.) (in-lb) (in-lb) (in.) (radians) (in.) (in.) (lb/in)
0.625 3 5707548 5707445 7828128 585 1,770 0.005 0.0160 0.425 48 0.06
0.625 6 5707548 5708943 7828129 1,170 3,540 0.005 0.0160 0.425 48 0.06
1.000 3 5706084 5707472 7828130 1,300 3,900 0.005 0.0100 0.800 72 0.17
1.000 6 5706084 5708944 7828131 2,600 7,800 0.005 0.0100 0.800 72 0.17
1.500 3 5706388 5707528 7828132 4,200 11,588 0.005 0.0067 1.230 72 0.4
1.500 6 5706388 5708945 7828133 8,400 23,176 0.005 0.0067 1.230 72 0.4
2.000 3 5706436 5707530 7828134 8,000 20,138 0.005 0.0050 1.670 72 0.75
2.000 6 5706436 5708946 7828135 16,000 40,276 0.005 0.0050 1.670 72 0.75
2.500 3 5706484 5707532 7828136 13,500 36,625 0.005 0.0040 2.100 72 1.17
2.500 6 5706484 5708947 7828137 27,000 62,250 0.005 0.0040 2.100 72 1.17
4.062 6 5702204 5708330 7828138 57,000 140,000 0.005 0.0025 3.660 72 3.13
(1) Dimensional information on bearing supports and standard end machining is available on page 118 - 137.
(2) Information on required lubrication is on page 177.
Precision Rolled Ball Splines
ØRoot D
L1
L
LENGTH DEPTH
WIDTH
D ØRoot
30º
L1
Outer Race Specifications
Nominal Diameter Active D Keyway Dimensions (Optional) Outer Ball

L L1
Races (max.) (Width x Depth x Length) Weight Diameter
(in.) (in.) (in.) (in.) (in.) (lb) (in.)

0.625 3 1.531 2.035 1.505 0.250 x 0.125 x 1.125 0.37 0.187
0.625 6 1.531 2.035 1.505 0.250 x 0.125 x 1.125 0.37 0.187
1.000 3 1.906 2.598 2.068 0.250 x 0.125 x 1.625 0.92 0.187
1.000 6 1.906 2.598 2.068 0.250 x 0.125 x 1.625 0.92 0.187
1.500 3 2.693 3.719 3.005 0.250 x 0.125 x 2.000 3.33 0.250
1.500 6 2.693 3.719 3.005 0.375 x 0.187 x 2.000 3.33 0.250
2.000 3 3.427 4.022 3.130 0.250 x 0.125 x 2.500 5.42 0.312
2.000 6 3.427 4.022 3.130 0.500 x 0.219 x 2.500 5.42 0.312
2.500 3 4.170 4.426 3.380 0.250 x 0.125 x 3.000 7.50 0.375
2.500 6 4.170 4.426 3.380 0.500 x 0.250 x 3.000 7.50 0.375
4.062 6 5.6245 5.495 4.500 1.000 x 0.500 x 3.500 14.50 0.375
Bearing Supports and End Machining Overview
For most applications, the ball screw end(s) will be supported with a bearing. Configurations that are commonly used to support
the ends of a ball screw are:
• A pair of back-to-back (fixed support)
• A deep groove radial bearing (floating/simple support)
Fixed Bearing Configuration Floating Bearing Configuration Screw with Machined End and a Bearing Block End Support
Bearing Support Combinations

Three combinations of bearing supports are typically used. Fixed on one end and free on the other offers the least support where Fixed on both
ends offers the most support. Screws with more support are able to support higher loads without buckling and obtain higher critical speeds.
Fixed / Free
Fixed / Simple
Fixed / Fixed
End Machining
To fit a bearing support to a ball screw, a bearing journal must first be machined into the screw. The maximum diameter of the journal is limited
by the screw geometry. Enough of the screw must be machined away to provide a shoulder for the bearing to seat against. The recommended
maximum journal diameter is usually near the ball screws root diameter.
To attach a ball screw to a drive system, a drive extension is machined into the screw. It is important to specify if this drive extension is wanted
on one or both ends. The shaded area in the drawings below represents the drive extension. See the specific end machining in the following
pages for details.
Ø Journal Ø Screw
Shoulder
Maximum
Diameter x Lead End Support Style and Part Number
Recommended
Journal
inch mm BK BF FK FF MK WK QK QF
Diameter (mm)(1)
0.500 x all 12 x all 10 7833360 7833368 7833377 7833384 7833685 - 7828282 7833291
0.631 x all 16 x all 12 7833361 7833369 7833378 7833385 7833686 - 7824154 7833256
0.750 x all 20 x all 15 7833362 7833370 7833379 7833386 7833687 - 7824155 7833259
0.875 x all N/A 17 7833363 7833371 7833380 7833387 - 7833595 7824156 7833262
1.000 x all
25 x all 20 7833364 7833372 7833381 7833388 7833690 7833596 7824157 7833265
1.171 x all
1.150 x all
1.250 x all
32 x all 25 7833365 7833373 7833382 7833389 - 7833597 7824158 7833268
1.500 x 0.473
1.500 x 1.000
1.500 x 0.200
1.500 x 0.250
1.500 x 0.500 40 x all 30 7833366 7833374 7833383 7833390 - 7833599 7824159 7833270
1.500 x 1.875
1.500 x 2.000
1.750 x all 50 x all 40 7833367 7833375 - - - 7833602 7829554 7833273
2.000 x all N/A 45 7833367 7833375 - - - - 7824160 7833276
2.500 x all 63 x all 50 - - - - - - 7824161 7833279
(1) Some support blocks or applications may use a journal smaller than the maximum recommended diameter.
Thomson Bearing Supports — complete package for mounting of Thomson ball screw and ball spline assemblies. Flange and
Base mounts available with dual angular contact bearings or floating radial bearing.
• Rugged steel construction • Pre-assembled and ready for installation

• Low profile, compact design • Available off-the-shelf
• Base or Flange mounting configurations
BK Fixed Style Bearing Support FK Fixed Style Bearing Support
The base mounted BK Bearing Support contains an angular contact The flange mounted FK Bearing Support contains an angular contact
bearing pair for increased stiffness and axial load capacity. bearing pair for increased stiffness and axial load capacity.
BF Floating Style Bearing Support FF Floating Style Bearing Support
The base mounted BF Bearing Support contains a floating radial The flange mounted FF Bearing Support contains a floating radial
bearing to allow axial shaft movement. bearing to allow axial shaft movement.
Thomson Bearing Supports — a unitized package for mounting of Thomson ball screw and ball spline assemblies.
Both “Floating” and “Fixed” style bearing supports are available.
• Pre-assembled and ready for installation • Rugged steel construction

• Available off-the-shelf for quick building convenience • Low profile, compact design
• Foot or face mounting
QK Fixed Style Bearing Support QF Floating Style Bearing Support

SPACER
SEALS
DEEP GROOVE
RADIAL BALL BEARING
ANGULAR CONTACT BEARINGS

BACK TO BACK MOUNTING
UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED
SPACER LOCKING WASHER
LOCKING WASHER LOCK NUT
LOCK NUT
The QK Bearing Support contains high angular contact bearings The QF Bearing Support provides a single deep groove radial
arranged in a back-to-back (DB) configuration for high stiffness. ball bearing. Design dimensions fit standard Type QF or QF1 end
Design dimensions fit standard Type QK or QK1 end machining. machining.
MK Fixed Style Bearing Suppor WK Fixed Style Bearing Support

SPACER
SPACER
LOCKNUT
LOCK NUT SEAL
SEAL
MOTORADAPTER
MOTOR ADAPTER

SPACER
SPACER
SEAL
SEAL
FK END
FK END SUPPORT
SUPPORT LOCK NUT
LOCK NUT
Base mounted NEMA 23 or 34 motor mount. Heavy duty flange mounted WK support contains higher load capacity
bearings.
Base Mount – Fixed Bearing Support (BK)
Bearing Block Dimensions (inch (mm))

Standard Dia. x Lead K
P/N (inch (mm)) d1
d2 A B C D E F ±0.001 L N Q
(mm)
(±0.02)
1.063 0.906 1.181 2.362 0.236 0.512 0.984 0.866 1.535 4x 0.260 (6.6) Thru, 0.425 (10.8) 1.339
7833360 0.500 (12) 10
(27.0) (23.0) (30.0) (60.0) (6.0) (13.0) (25.0) (22.00) (39.0) C-Bore x 0.197 (5.0) Dp (34.0)
1.063 0.906 1.181 2.362 0.236 0.512 0.984 0.984 1.693 4x 0.260 (6.6) Thru, 0.425 (10.8) 1.339
7833361 0.631 (16) 12
(27.0) (23.0) (30.0) (60.0) (6.0) (13.0) (25.0) (25.00) (43.0) C-Bore x 0.059 (1.5) Dp (34.0)
1.496 1.063 1.378 2.756 0.236 0.591 1.063 1.102 1.890 4x 0.260 (6.6) Thru, 0.433 (11.0) 1.496
7833362 0.750 (20) 15
(38.0) (27.0) (35.0) (70.0) (6.0) (15.0) (27.0) (28.00) (48.0) C-Bore x 0.256 (6.5) Dp (38.0)
1.732 1.339 1.693 3.386 0.315 0.748 1.378 1.535 2.520 4x 0.354 (9.0) Thru, 0.551 (14.0) 2.008
7833363 0.875 (22) 17
(44.0) (34.0) (43.0) (86.0) (8.0) (19.0) (35.0) (39.00) (64.0) C-Bore x 0.335 (8.5) Dp (51.0)
1.969 1.378 1.732 3.465 0.315 0.748 1.378 1.339 2.362 4x 0.354 (9.0) Thru, 0.551 (14.0) 2.008
7833364 1.000 / 1.171 (25) 20
(50.0) (35.0) (44.0) (88.0) (8.0) (19.0) (35.0) (34.00) (60.0) C-Bore x 0.335 (8.5) Dp) (51.0)
1.150 / 1.250
2.362 1.673 2.087 4.173 0.394 0.866 1.654 1.890 3.150 4x 0.433 (11.0) Thru, 0.699 (17.0) 2.480
7833365 1.500 x 0.473 (32) 25
(60.0) (42.5) (53.0) (106.0) (10.0) (22.0) (42.0) (48.00) (80.0) C-Bore x 0.433 (110) Dp (63.0)
1.500 x 1.000 (32)
1.500 x 0.200
1.500 x 0.250
1.969 2.008 2.520 5.039 0.433 0.906 1.772 2.008 3.504 4x 0.551 (14.0) Thru, 0.787 (20.0) 2.756
7833366 1.500 x 0.500 30
(50.0) (51.0) (64.0) (128.0) (11.0) (23.0) (45.0) (51.00) (89.0) C-Bore x 0.512 (13.0) Dp (70.0)
1.500 x 1.875
1.500 x 2.000 (40)
2.598 2.559 3.150 6.299 0.551 1.299 2.402 2.362 4.331 4x 0.709 (18.0) Thru, 1.024 (26.0) 3.583
7833367 1.750 / 2.000 (50) 40
(66.0) (65.0) (80.0) (160.0) (14.0) (33.0) (61.0) (60.00) (110.0) C-Bore x 0.689 (17.5) Dp (91.0)
Bearing Rating Block Bearing

Standard Lock Nut
Dynamic Rating Static Rating Weight Trade
P/N Type
(lbs) (N) (lbs) (N) (Ibs (kg)) No.
7833360 1168 5197 430 1912 RN10 0.9 (0.4) 7000
7833361 1345 5982 478 2128 RN12 1.0 (0.5) 7001
7833362 1543 6864 529 2353 RN15 1.3 (0.6) 7002
7833363 2690 11963 910 4050 RN17 2.9 (1.3) 7203
7833364 3726 16572 1294 5756 RN20 2.8 (1.3) 7204
7833365 4608 20495 1563 6952 RN25 5.3 (2.4) 7205
7833366 6614 29418 2070 9208 RN30 7.5 (3.4) 7206
7833367 10362 46088 4043 17984 RN40 15.0 (6.8) 7208
End Machining Dimensions – Fixed Bearing Support (BK)

With drive extension Without drive extension
THD THD
D D
E E
B B
Type BK / BK1 (inch (mm))

Standard Dia x Lead
P/N (inch (mm)) A B C (h7) D (g6) E THD
2.008 1.417 0.3150/0.3144 0.3935/0.3932 0.787

7833360 0.500 (12) M10x1
(51.0) (36.0) (8.0) (9.995/9.988) (20.0)
2.008 1.417 0.3937/0.3931 0.4722/0.4720 0.866
7833361 0.631 (16) M12x1
(51.0) (36.0) (10.0) (11.995/11.988) (22.0)
2.362 1.575 0.4724/0.4717 0.5904/0.5900 1.102
7833362 0.750 (20) M15x1
(60.0) (40.0) (12.0) (14.995/14.986) (28.0)
2.992 2.087 0.5906/0.5898 0.6691/0.6687 1.417
7833363 0.875 M17x1
(76.0) (53.0) (15.0) (16.995/16.986) (36.0)
3.071 2.087 0.6693/0.6686 0.7872/0.7869 1.496
7833364 1.000 / 1.171 (25) M20x1
(78.0) (53.0) (17.0) (19.995/19.986) (38.0)
1.150 / 1.250
3.740 2.559 0.7874/0.7866 0.9841/0.9837 1.850
7833365 1.500 x 0.473 (32) M25x1.5
(95.0) (65.0) (20.0) (24.995/24.985) (47.0)
1.500 x 1.000 (32)
1.500 x 0.200
1.500 x 0.250
4.331 2.835 0.9843/.9834 1.1809/1.1805 1.850
7833366 1.500 x 0.500 M30x1.5
(110.0) (72.0) (25.0) (29.995/29.985) (47.0)
1.500 x 1.875
1.500 x 2.000 (40)
5.630 3.661 1.3780/1.3771 1.5746/1.5742 2.283

7833367 1.750 / 2.000 (50) M40X1.5
(143.0) (93.0) (35.0) (39.995/39.985) (58.0)
Base Mount – Floating Bearing Support (BF)

Standard Dia. x Lead K
P/N (inch (mm)) d1
A B C D F ±0.001 L N
(mm)
(±0.02)
8 0.906 1.181 2.362 0.394 0.787 0.866 1.535 2x 0.260 (6.6) Thru, 0.425 (10.8)
7833368 0.500 (12)
(23.0) (30.0) (60.0) (10.0) (20.0) (22.00) (39.0) C-Bore x 0.197 (5.0) Dp
0.906 1.181 2.362 0.394 0.787 0.984 1.693 2x 0.260 (6.6) Thru, 0.425 (10.8)
7833369 0.631 (16) 10
(23.0) (30.0) (60.0) (10.0) (20.0) (25.00) (43.0) C-Bore x 0.059 (1.5) Dp
2.244 1.378 2.756 0.394 0.787 1.102 1.890 2x 0.260 (6.6) Thru, 0.433 (11.0)
7833370 0.750 (20) 15
(57.0) (35.0) (70.0) (10.0) (20.0) (28.00) (48.0) C-Bore x 0.256 (6.5) Dp
1.339 1.693 3.386 0.453 0.906 1.535 2.520 2x 0.354 (9.0) Thru, 0.551 (14.0)
7833371 0.875 (22) 17
(34.0) (43.0) (86.0) (11.5) (23.0) (39.00) (64.0) C-Bore x 0.335 (8.5) Dp
1.000 1.378 1.732 3.465 0.512 1.024 1.339 2.362 2x 0.354 (9.0) Thru, 0.551 (14.0)
7833372 20
1.171 (25) (35.0) (44.0) (88.0) (13.0) (26.0) (34.00) (60.0) C-Bore x 0.335 (8.5) Dp
1.150
1.250 1.673 2.087 4.173 0.591 1.181 1.890 3.150 2x 0.433 (11.0) Thru, 0.699 (17.0)
7833373 25
1.500 x 0.473 (32) (42.5) (53.0) (106.0) (15.0) (30.0) (48.00) (80.0) C-Bore x 0.433 (11.0) Dp
1.500 x 1.000 (32)
1.500 x 0.200
1.500 x 0.250 2x 0.551 (14.0) Thru, 0.787 (20.0)
30 2.008 2.520 5.039 0.630 1.260 2.008 3.504
7833374 1.500 x 0.500 C-Bore x 0.512 (13.0) Dp
(51.0) (64.0) (128.0) (16.0) (32.0) (51.00) (89.0)
1.500 x 1.875
1.500 x 2.000 (40)
1.750 2.559 3.150 6.299 0.728 1.457 2.362 4.331 2x 0.709 (18.0) Thru, 1.024 (26.0)
7833375 40
2.000 (50) (65.0) (80.0) (160.0) (18.5) (37.00) (60.00) (110.0) C-Bore x 0.689 (17.5) Dp
Block Bearing
Standard *Snap Ring
Weight Trade
P/N (mm)
(Ibs (kg)) No.
7833368 8 0.7 (0.3) 608
7833369 10 0.8 (0.4) 6000
7833370 15 0.9 (042) 6002
7833371 17 1.7 (0.8) 6203
7833372 20 1.7 (0.8) 6204
7833373 25 3.2 (1.5 6205
7833374 30 4.3 (2.0) 6206
7833375 40 7.3 (3.3) 6208
*DIN 471
End Machining Dimensions – Floating Bearing Support (BF)
Type BF / BF1 (inch (mm))

Standard Dia x Lead F G H
P/N (inch (mm)) A B C (h7) D (g6) +0.006/-0.000 +0.008/-0.000 +0.000/-0.008
(+0.140/-0.000) (+.0200/-0.000) (+0.000/-0.200)
0.984 0.394 0.2362/0.2357 0.3148/0.3145 0.035 0.311 0.299
7833368 0.500 (12)
(25.0) (10.0) (6.0) (7.995/7.988) (0.90) (7.90) (7.60)
1.024 0.433 0.3150/0.3144 0.3935/0.3932 0.045 0.360 0.378
7833369 0.631 (16)
(26.0) (11.0) (8.0) (9.995/9.988) (1.15) (9.15) (9.60)
1.299 0.512 0.4724/0.4717 0.5904/0.5900 0.045 0.400 0.563
7833370 0.750 (20)
(33.0) (13.0) (12.0) (14.995/14.986) (1.15) (10.15) (14.30)
1.535 0.630 0.5906/0.5898 0.6691/0.6687 0.045 0.518 0.638
7833371 0.875 (22)
(39.0) (16.0) (15.0) (16.995/16.986) (1.14) (13.16) (16.21)
1.000 1.614 0.630 0.6693/0.6686 0.7872/0.7869 0.053 0.526 0.748
7833372
1.171 (25) (41.0) (16.0) (17.0) (19.995/19.986) (1.35) (13.40) (19.00)
1.150
1.250 1.969 0.787 0.7874/0.7866 0.9841/0.9837 0.053 0.644 0.941
7833373
1.500 x 0.473 (32) (50.0) (20.0) (20.0) (24.995/24.985) (1.35) (16.35) (23.90)
1.500 x 1.000 (32)
1.500 x 0.200
1.500 x 0.250
2.323 0.827 0.9843/0.9834 1.1809/1.1805 0.069 0.699 1.126
7833374 1.500 x 0.500
(59.0) (21.0) (25.0) (24.995/24.985) (1.75) (17.75) (28.60)
1.500 x 1.875
1.500 x 2.000 (40)
1.750 2.974 0.906 1.3780/1.3771 1.5746/1.5742 0.077 0.785 1.496
7833375
2.000 (50) (73.0) (23.0) (35.0) (39.995/39.985) (1.95) (19.95) (38.00)
Flange Mount – Fixed Bearing Support (FK)

Standard Dia. x Lead
P/N (inch (mm)) d1
d2 A B C D (g6) E F N Q
(mm)
1.063 1.654 2.047 1.654 1.3382/1.3376 0.394 1.063 4x 0.177 (4.5) Thru, 0.315 (8.0) 1.299
7833377 0.500 (12) 10
(27.0) (42.0) (52.0) (42.0) (34.0) (10.0) (27.0) C-Bore x 0.157 (4.0) Dp (33.0)
1.063 1.732 2.126 1.732 1.4170/1.4163 0.394 1.063 4x 0.177 (4.5) Thru, 0.315 (8.0) 1.299
7833378 0.631 (16) 12
(27.0) (44.0) (54.0) (44.0) (36.0) (10.0) (27.0) C-Bore x 0.157 (4.0) Dp (33.0)
1.496 1.969 2.480 2.047 1.5744/1.5738 0.591 1.260 4x 0.217 (5.5) Thru, 0.374 (9.5) 1.575
7833379 0.750 (20) 15
(38.0) (50.0) (63.0) (52.0) (40.0) (15.0) (32.0) C-Bore x 0.236 (6.0) Dp (40.0)
1.732 2.441 3.031 2.402 1.9681/1.9675 0.866 1.772 4x 0.260 (6.6) Thru, 0.433 (11.0) 2.244
7833380 0.875 (22) 17
(44.0) (62.0) (77.0) (61.0) (50.0) (22.0) (45.0) C-Bore x 0.394 (10.0) Dp (57.0)
1.969 2.756 3.346 2.677 2.2437/2.2430 0.866 2.047 4x 0.260 (6.6) Thru, 0.433 (11.0) 2.598
7833381 1.000 / 1.171 (25) 20
(50.0) (70.0) (85.0) (68.0) (57.0) (22.0) (52.0) C-Bore x 0.394 (10.0) Dp (66.0)
1.150 / 1.250
2.362 3.150 3.858 3.110 2.4799/2.4792 1.063 2.244 4x 0.354 (9.0) Thru, 0.591 (15.0) 2.913
7833382 1.500 x 0.473 (32) 25
(60.0) (80.0) (98.0) (79.0) (63.0) (27.0) (57.0) C-Bore x 0.512 (13.0) Dp (74.0)
1.500 x 1.000 (32)
1.500 x 0.200
1.500 x 0.250
1.969 3.740 4.606 3.661 2.9524/2.9516 1.181 2.441 4x0 .433 (11.0) Thru, 0.689 (17.5) 3.150
7833383 1.500 x 0.500 30
(50.0) (95.0) (117.0) (93.0) (75.0) (30.0) (62.0) C-Bore x 0.591 (15.0) Dp (80.0)
1.500 x 1.875
1.500 x 2.000 (40)

Standard Lock Nut
P/N Type
7833377 1168 5197 430 1912 RN10 0.6 (0.3) 7000
7833378 1345 5982 478 2128 RN12 0.6 (0.3) 7001
7833379 1543 6864 529 2353 RN15 0.9 (0.4) 7002
7833380 2690 11963 910 4050 RN17 1.9 (0.9) 7203
7833381 3726 16572 1294 5756 RN20 2.5 (1.14) 7204
7833382 4608 20495 1563 6952 RN25 3.5 (1.59) 7205
7833383 6614 29418 2070 9208 RN30 5.2 (2.36) 7206
End Machining Dimensions – Fixed Bearing Support (FK)

THD THD
D D
E E
B B
Type FK / FK1 (inch (mm))

Standard Dia x Lead
2.008 1.417 0.3150/0.3144 0.3935/0.3932 0.984

7833377 0.500 (12) M10x1
(51.0) (36.0) (8.0) (9.995/9.988) (25.0)
2.008 1.417 0.3937/0.3931 0.4722/0.4720 0.984
7833378 0.631 (16) M12x1
(51.0) (36.0) (10.0) (11.995/11.988) (25.0)
2.638 1.850 0.4724/0.4717 0.5904/0.5900 1.339
7833379 0.750 (20) M15x1
(67.0) (47.0) (12.0) (14.995/14.986) (34.0)
3.189 2.283 0.5906/0.5898 0.6691/0.6687 1.693
7833380 0.875 M17x1
(81.0) (58.0) (15.0) (16.995/16.986) (43.0)
3.425 2.441 0.6693/0.6686 0.7872/0.7869 1.772
7833381 1.000 / 1.171 (25) M20x1
(87.0) (62.0) (17.0) (19.995/19.986) (45.0)
1.150 / 1.250
4.173 2.992 0.7874/0.7866 0.9841/0.9837 2.205
7833382 1.500 x 0.473 (32) M25x1.5
(106.0) (76.0) (20.0) (24.995/24.985) (56.0)
1.500 x 1.000 (32)
1.500 x 0.200
1.500 x 0.250
4.331 2.835 0.9843/.9834 1.1809/1.1805 1.850
7833383 1.500 x 0.500 M30x1.5
(110.0) (72.0) (25.0) (29.995/29.985) (47.0)
1.500 x 1.875
1.500 x 2.000 (40)
Flange Mount – Floating Bearing Support (FF)

P/N (inch (mm)) d1
A B C D (g6) E F N
(mm)
1.378 1.693 1.378 1.1021/1.1016 0.276 0.472 4x 0.134 (3.4) Thru, 0.256 (6.5)
7833384 0.5 8
(35.0) (43.0) (35.0) (28.0) (7.0) (12.0) C-Bore x 0.157 (4.0) Dp
1.654 2.047 1.654 1.3382/1.3376 0.276 0.591 4x 0.177 (4.5) Thru, 0.315 (8.0)
7833385 0.631 (12) 10
(42.0) (52.0) (42.0) (34.0) (7.0) (15.0) C-Bore x 0.157 (4.0) Dp
1.969 2.480 2.047 1.5744/1.5738 0.354 0.669 4x 0.217 (5.5) Thru, 0.374 (9.5)
7833386 0.750 (20) 15
(50.0) (63.0) (52.0) (40.0) (9.0) (17.0) C-Bore x 0217 (5.5) Dp
2.441 3.031 2.402 1.9681/1.9675 0.433 0.787 4x 0.260 (6.6) Thru, 0.433 (11.0)
7833387 0.875 (22) 17
(62.0) (77.0) (61.0) (50.0) (11.0) (20.0) C-Bore x 0.256 (6.5) Dp
1.000 2.756 3.346 2.677 2.2437/2.2430 0.433 0.787 4x 0.260 (6.6) Thru, 0.433 (11.0)
7833388 20
1.171 (25) (70.0) (85.0) (68.0) (57.0) (11.0) (20.0) C-Bore x 0.256 (6.5) Dp
1.150
4x 0.354 (9.0)
1.250 3.150 3.858 3.110 2.4799/2.4792 0.551 0.945
7833389 25 Thru, 0.551 (4.0)
1.500 x 0.473 (32) (80.0) (98.0) (79.0) (63.0) (14.0) (24.0)
C-Bore x 0.335 (8.5) Dp
1.500 x 1.000 (32)
1.500 x 0.200
1.500 x 0.250 4x 0.433 (11.0)
3.740 4.606 3.661 2.9524/2.9516 0.709 1.063
7833390 1.500 x 0.500 30 Thru, 0.669 (17.0)
(95.0) (117.0) (93.0) (75.0) (18.0) (27.0)
1.500 x 1.875 C-Bore x 0.433 (11.0) Dp
1.500 x 2.000 (40)
Block Bearing
Standard *Snap Ring
Weight Trade
P/N (mm)
(Ibs (kg)) No.
7833384 8 0.2 (0.1) 608
7833385 10 0.3 (0.2) 6000
7833386 15 0.5 (0.2) 6002
7833387 17 0.8 (0.5) 6203
7833388 20 0.8 (0.5) 6204
7833389 25 1.5 (0.7) 6205
7833390 30 2.3 (1.1) 6206
*DIN 471
End Machining Dimensions – Floating Bearing Support (FF)
Type FF / FF1 (inch (mm))

Standard Dia x Lead F G H
P/N (inch (mm)) A B C (h7) D (g6) +0.006/-0.000 +0.008/-0.000 +0.000/-0.008
(+0.140/-0.000) (+.0200/-0.000) (+0.000/-0.200)
0.984 0.394 0.236 0.3148/0.3145 0.035 0.311 0.299
7833384 0.500 (12)
(25.0) (10.0) (6.0) (7.995/7.988) (0.90) (7.90) (7.60)
1.024 0.433 0.315 0.3935/0.3932 0.045 0.360 0.378
7833385 0.631 (16)
(26.0) (11.0) (8.0) (9.995/9.988) (1.15) (9.15) (9.60)
1.299 0.512 0.472 0.5904/0.5900 0.045 0.400 0.563
7833386 0.750 (20)
(33.0) (13.0) (12.0) (14.995/14.986) (1.15) (10.15) (14.30)
1.535 0.630 0.591 0.6691/0.6687 0.045 0.518 0.638
7833387 0.875 (22)
(39.0) (16.0) (15.0) (16.995/16.986) (1.14) (13.16) (16.21)
1.000 1.614 0.748 0.669 0.7872/0.7869 0.053 0.604 0.748
7833388
1.171 (25) (41.0) (19.0) (17.0) (19.995/19.986) (1.35) (15.35) (19.00)
1.150
1.250 1.969 0.787 0.787 0.9841/0.9837 0.053 0.644 0.941
7833389
1.500 x 0.473 (32) (50.0) (20.0) (20.0) (24.995/24.985) (1.35) (16.35) (23.90)
1.500 x 1.000 (32)
1.500 x 0.200
1.500 x 0.250
2.323 0.827 0.984 1.1809/1.1805 0.069 0.699 1.126
7833390 1.500 x 0.500
(59.0) (21.0) (25.0) (29.995/29.985) (1.75) (17.75) (28.60)
1.500 x 1.875
1.500 x 2.000 (40)
Motor Mount – Fixed Bearing Support (MK)
T
Q
L
E1
B FK END SUPPORT
Ød1
Ød2
H
N F J
ØW
Bearing Block Dimensions (inch)

Standard Dia x Lead H
P/N (inch (mm)) d1 FK Frame
d2 W N D L ±0.001 B P T E E1 F J S
(mm) Support Size
(±0.02)
1.500 2.626 1.339 2.913 0.866 2.559 1.969 1.280 0.945 0.787 0.157 2.559 4x 0.260 (6.6) Thru, 0.441 (11.2)
7833685 0.500 (12) 10 M4 7833377 NEMA 23
(38.1) (66.7) (34) (74) (22.00) (65) (50) (32.5) (24) (20) (4) (65) C-Bore x 0.236 (6.0)
1.500 2.626 1.417 2.913 0.984 2.559 1.969 1.280 0.945 0.787 0.157 2.559 4x 0.260 (6.6) Thru, 0.441 (11.2)
7833686 0.631 (16) 12 M4 7833378 NEMA 23
(38.1) (66.7) (36) (74) (25.00) (65) (50) (32.5) (24) (20) (4) (65) C-Bore x 0.236 (6.0)
1.500 2.626 1.575 3.228 1.102 2.756 2.165 1.378 0.945 1.102 0.157 2.874 4x 0.260 (6.6) Thru, 0.441 (11.2)
7833687 0.750 (20) 15 M4 7833379 NEMA 23
(38.1) (66.7) (40) (82) (28.009 (70) (55) (35.0) (24) (28) (4) (73) C-Bore x 0.236 (6.0)
2.874 3.874 2.244 4.449 1.339 3.465 2.756 1.732 1.142 1.654 0.236 4.016 4x 0.335 (8.5) Thru, 0.571 (14.5)
7833690 1.000/1.171 (25) 20 M6 7833691 NEMA 34
(73.0) (98.4) (57) (113) (34.00) (88) (70) (44.0) (29) (42) (6) (102) C-Bore x 0.315 (8.0) Dp

Standard Lock Nut
P/N Type
7833685 1168 5197 430 1912 RN10 0.6 (0.3) 7000
7833686 1345 5982 478 2128 RN12 0.6 (0.3) 7001
7833687 1543 6864 529 2353 RN15 0.9 (0.4) 7002
7833690 3726 16572 1294 5756 RN20 2.5 (1.14) 7204
End Machining Dimensions – Fixed Bearing Support (MK)

THD THD
D D
E E
B B
Type MK / MK1 (inch (mm))

Standard Dia x Lead
2.008 1.417 0.3150/0.3144 0.3935/0.3932 0.984

7833685 0.500 (12) M10x1
(51.0) (36.0) (8.0) (9.995/9.988) (25.0)
2.008 1.417 0.3937/0.3931 0.4722/0.4720 0.984
7833686 0.631 (16) M12x1
(51.0) (36.0) (10.0) (11.995/11.988) (25.0)
2.638 1.850 0.4724/0.4717 0.5904/0.5900 1.339
7833687 0.750 (20) M15x1
(67.0) (47.0) (12.0) (14.995/14.986) (34.0)
3.425 2.441 0.6693/0.6686 0.7872/0.7869 1.772
7833690 1.000 / 1.171 (25) M20x1
(87.0) (62.0) (17.0) (19.995/19.986) (45.0)
Flange Mount – Fixed Bearing Support (WK)
W
L D1 V N 90° A
6xN
D D2 A
30° 90° A
L2
Q
L1 d1
8xN

P/N (inch (mm)) d1 D
D1 D2 L L1 L2 A W N V Q
(mm) g6
6x 0.354 (9.0)
2.756 4.173 2.835 2.362 1.260 0.591 3.150 3.465 2.283 4x M5 THD, x .0394 Dp
7833595 0.875 (22) 17 Thru, 0.551 (14.0)
(70.0) (106.0) (72.0) (60.0) (32.0) (15.0) (80.0) (88.00) (58.0) (4x M5 THD, x 10 Dp)
C-Bore x 0.335 (8.5)
6x 0.354 (9.0)
2.756 4.173 2.835 2.362 1.260 0.591 3.150 3.465 2.283 4x M5 THD, x .0394 Dp
7833596 1.000 / 1.171 (25) 20 Thru, 0.551 (14.0)
(70.0) (106.0) (72.0) (60.0) (32.0) (15.0) (80.0) (88.00) (58.0) (4x M5 THD, x 10 Dp)
C-Bore x 0.335 (8.5)
1.150 / 1.250 6x 0.433 (11.0)

3.346 5.118 3.543 2.598 1.299 0.709 3.937 4.331 2.756 4x M6 THD, x 0.472 Dp
7833597 1.500 x 0.473 (32) 25 Thru, 0.669 (17.0)
(85.0) (130.0) (90.0) (66.0) (33.0) (18.0) (100.0 (110.00) (70.0) (4x M6 THD, x 12 Dp)
1.500 x 1.000 (32) C-Bore x 0.433 (11.0)
1.500 x 0.200
1.500 x 0.250 6x 0.433 (11.0)
3.346 5.118 3.543 2.598 1.299 0.709 3.937 4.331 2.756 4x M6 THD, x 0.472 Dp
7833599 1.500 x 0.500 30 Thru, 0.669 (17.0)
(85.0) (130.0) (90.0) (66.0) (33.0) (18.0) (100.0 (110.00) (70.0) (4x M6 THD, x 12 Dp)
1.500 x 1.875 C-Bore x 0.433 (11.0)
1.500 x 2.000 (40)
8x 0.433 (11.0)
3.740 5.591 4.016 2.598 1.299 0.709 3.937 4.331 3.150 4x M6 THD, x 0.472 Dp
7833602 1.750 / 2.000 (50) 40 Thru, 0.669 (17.0)
(95.0) (142.0) (66.0) (66.0) (33.0) (18.0) (100.0 (110.00) (80.0) (4x M6 THD, x 12 Dp)
C-Bore x 0.433 (11.0)

Standard Lock Nut
P/N Type
7833595 5974 26574 4938 21966 M17x1 4.2 (1.9)
7833596 5974 26574 4938 21966 M20x1 4.2 (1.9)
7833597 9149 40695 6415 28536 M25x1.5 6.8 (3.1)
7833599 9700 43147 6570 29222 M30x1.5 6.6 (3.0)
7833602 11684 51972 7165 31870 M40x1.5 7.9 (3.6)
End Machining Dimensions – Fixed Bearing Support (WK)
Type WK / WK1 (inch (mm))

Standard Dia x Lead
P/N (inch (mm)) A B C D E F G THD
4.528 3.189 0.5906/0.5898 0.6691/0.6687 2.283 0.197 1.181

7833595 0.875 M17x1
(115.0) (81.0) (15.0) (16.995/16.986) (58.0) (5.0) (30.0)
4.528 3.189 0.6693/0.6686 0.7872/0.7869 2.283 0.197 1.181
7833596 1.000 / 1.171 (25) M20x1
(115.0) (81.0) (17.0) (19.995/19.986) (58.0) (5.0) (30.0)
1.150 / 1.250
5.039 3.504 0.7874/0.7866 0.9841/0.9837 2.480 0.197 1.260
7833597 1.500 x 0.473 (32) M25x1.5
(128.0) (89.0) (20.0) (24.995/24.985) (63.0) (5.0) (32.0)
1.500 x 1.000 (32)
1.500 x 0.200
1.500 x 0.250
5.315 3.504 0.9843/.9834 1.1809/1.1805 2.480 0.315 1.339
7833599 1.500 x 0.500 M30x1.5
(135.0) (89.0) (25.0) (29.995/29.985) (63.0) (8.0) (34.0)
1.500 x 1.875
1.500 x 2.000 (40)
5.787 3.622 1.3780/1.3771 1.5746/1.5742 2.441 0.315 1.850

7833602 1.750 / 2.000 (50) M40X1.5
(147.0) (92.0) (35.0) (39.995/39.985) (62.0) (8.0) (47.0)
Base and Flange Mount – Fixed Bearing Support (QK)
N P Q
M
H H d2
G
F
E L
J
Ød1
D R
K
A A
B
C
Standard Bearing Block Dimensions (inch (mm))

P/N Dia. x Lead
inch (inch (mm)) d1
d2 A&H B C D E F G J K L M N P Q R
(metric) (mm)
7828282 1.530 1.000 1.380 2.750 0.630 1.190 1.645 1.375 1.000 2.000 4x 0.281 2x 0.281 (7.1) Thru, 0.50 (12.7) 1.8 0.688
0.500 (12) 9 - -
(7829546) (37.0) (25.4) (35.0) (70.0) (16.0) (30.2) (35.0) (35.0) (25.40) (50.8) (7.13) C-Bore x 0.56 (14.2) Dp (46.25) (17.5)
7824154 1.260 1.125 1.500 3.000 0.670 1.340 1.700 1.125 1.000 1.880 4x 0.281 2x 0.406 (10.31) Thru, 0.625 0.02 1.6 0.625
0.631 (16) 12 -
(7829547) (32.0) (28.6) (38.0) (76.0) (17.0) (34.0) (43.0) (29.0) (25.40) (47.8) (7.13) (15.88) C-Bore x 0.875 (22.23) Dp (0.51) (40.64) (15.9)
7824155 1.730 1.250 1.750 3.500 0.750 1.500 1.900 1.375 1.125 2.130 4x 0.281 2x 0.406 (10.31) Thru, 0.625 0.02 2.1 0.750
0.750 (20) 15 -
(7829548) (44.0) (31.8) (45.0) (89.0) (19.0) (38.0) (47.0) (35.0) (28.58) (54.1) (7.13) (15.88) C-Bore x 0.875 (22.23) Dp (0.51) (53.34) (19.1)
7824156 1.890 1.437 2.000 4.000 0.830 1.660 2.000 1.375 1.250 2.380 4x 0.406 2x 0.531 (13.48) Thru, 0.812 0.02 2.3 0.750
0.875 (22) 17 -
(N/A) (48.0) (36.5) (50.8) (101.6) ((21.1) (42.2) (50.8) (35.0) (31.75) (60.5) (10.31) (20.62) C-Bore x 1.125 (28.57) Dp (0.51) (58.42) (19.1)
7824157 2.200 1.625 2.250 4.500 0.940 1.870 2.400 1.750 1.438 2.750 4x 0.469 2x 0.656 (16.66) Thru, 1.00 0.04 2.7 0.938
1.000 / 1.171 (25) 20 -
(7829549) (56.0) (41.3) (57.0) (114.0) (24.0) (48.0( (60.0) (44.0) (36.53) (69.9) (11.91) (25.40) C-Bore x 1.312 (33.33) Dp (1.00) (68.58) (23.8)
1.150 / 1.250
7824158 2.360 2.125 3.000 6.000 0.970 1.940 2.600 2.000 1.750 3.380 4x 0.656 2x 0.906 (23.01) Thru, 1.375 0.03 2.9 1.000
1.500 x 0.473 (32) 25 -
(7829550) (60.0) (54.0) (76.0) (152.0) (24.5) (49.0) (65.0) (51.0) (44.45) (85.9) (16.66) (34.93) C-Bore x 2.00 (50.80) Dp (0.76) (73.66) (25.40)
1.500 x 1.000 (32)
1.500 x 0.200
1.500 x 0.250
7824159 2.520 2.375 3.250 6.500 1.030 2.060 2.700 2.000 1.875 3.630 4x 0.656 2x .0906 (23.01) Thru, 1.375 0.045 3 1.000
1.500 x 0.500 30 -
(7829551) (64.0) (60.3) (83.0) (165.0) (26.0) (52.0) (68.0) (51.0) (47.63) (92.2) (16.66) (34.93) C-Bore x 2.062 (53.38) Dp (1.14) (76.20) (25.40)
1.500 x 1.875
1.500 x 2.000 (40)
7829554 3.620 2.937 3.750 7.500 0.760 1.630 3.150 3.800 3.000 2.250 4.250 6x 0.656 4x 0.906 (23.01) Thru, 1.375 0.05 4.2 1.500
1.750 (50) 40
(7829552) (92.0) (74.6) (96.0) (192.0) (19.2) (41.5) (80.0) (96.0) (76.0) (57.15) (108.0) (16.66) (34.93) C-Bore x 2.25 (57.15) Dp (1.27) (106.68) (38.10)
7824160 3.940 3.313 4.250 8.500 0.870 1.720 3.470 4.200 3.625 2.813 5.630 6x 0.812 4x 1.031 (26.19) Thru, 1.625 0.05 4.5 1.813
2.000 45
(N/A) (100.0) (84.2) (108.0) (216.0) (22.1) (43.8) (88.1) (106.7) (92.0) (71.54) (143.0) (20.63) (41.28) C-Bore x 3.50 (88.90) Dp (1.27) (114.30) (46.05)
7824161 4.250 3.563 4.500 9.000 0.920 1.720 3.560 4.500 3.625 2.813 5.630 6x 0.812 4x 1.031 (26.19) Thru, 1.625 0.05 4.9 1.813
2.500 (63) 50
(7829553) (108.0) (90.5) (115.0) (230.0) (23.5) (43.8) (90.8) (113.0) (92.0) (71.54) (143.0) (20.63) (41.28) C-Bore x 3.50 (88.90) Dp (2.29) (124.46) (46.10)
Standard Bearing Rating Lock Nut Block Bearing

P/N Dynamic Rating Static Rating Type Weight Trade
inch (metric) (lbs) (N) (lbs) (N) inch (metric) (Ibs (kg)) No.
7828282 (7829546) 1030 4550 440 1960 5/16-24 (M8-1.25) 2.0 (0.9) 609
7824154 (7829547) 1600 7100 630 2790 N-01 (KM-01) 1.5 (0.7) 7201
7824155 (7829548) 2320 10300 1060 4700 N-02 (KM-02) 3.5 (1.6) 7202
7824156 (N/A) 3200 14200 1560 6930 N-03 3.5 (1.6) 7203
7824157 (7829549) 3225 14300 1838 8150 N-04 (KM-04) 5.5 (2.5) 7204
7824158 (7829550) 3750 16600 2120 9400 N-05 (KM-05) 9.5 (4.3) 7205
7824159 (7829551) 5200 23000 3050 13500 N-06 (KM-06) 11.5 (5.2) 7206
7829554 (7829552) 11400 50600 6800 30200 N-08 (KM-08) 21.5 (9.8) 7308
7824160 (N/A) 15000 66600 9000 39900 N-09 35.0 (15.6) 7309
7824161 (7829553) 17300 76800 10800 47900 N-10 (KM-10) 39.0 (17.7) 7310
A A
B B
D THD. F D THD. F

C C
End Machining Dimensions – Fixed

G
Bearing Support (QK) .016
G
E .016 E
.032 .032

REQUIRED
TYPE QF1,FOR
TYPE QK, REQUIRED FOR QF SUPPORT
QK SUPPORT TYPE QK1, REQUIRED FOR QK SUPPORT
B A B
BD THD. D THD.
D THD. F
C C
.016G .016
E
E .016.032 .032
E .032
T TYPE QK1, REQUIRED FOR QK SUPPORT Type QK /QK1 (inch (mm))

Standard Dia x Lead B
P/N (inch (mm))
D THD.
A B C (h7) D (g6) E F G THD
7828282 2.915 1.665 0.2500/0.2490 0.3544/0.3541 1.260 0.094 1.000 5/16-24

0.500 (12)
(7829546) (73.0) (46.0) (6.000/5.987) (9.001/8.994) (36.0) (-) (-) (M8-1.25)
7824154 3.292 1.992 0.4060/0.4050 0.4726/0.4723 1.576 0.125 1.250 N-01
0.631 (16)
(7829547) (84.0) (51.0) (10.000/9.987) (12.006/11.999) (40.0) (3.0) (32.0) (KM-01)
E .016
.032
7824155 3.180 2.180 0.5000/0.4990 0.5908/0.5905 1.732 0.125 0.875 N-02
0.750 (20)
(7829548) (80.0) (55.0) (12.000/11.984) (15.006/14.999) (44.0) (4.0) (22.0) (KM-02)
3.649 2.334 1.888 0.125 1.250
7824156 (N/A) 0.875 (22) 0.5620/0.5610 0.6695/0.6692 N-03
(92.7) (59.3) (48.0) (3.18) (31.8)
7824157 4.028 2.713 0.6250/0.6240 0.7877/0.7873 2.204 0.188 1.250 N-04
1.000 / 1.171 (25)
(7829549) (103.0) (69.0) (16.000/15.984) (20.007/19.997) (56.0) (5.0) (31.8) (KM-04)
1.150 / 1.250
7824158 4.453 2.893 0.7500/0.7490 0.9846/0.9842 2.364 0.188 1.250 N-05
1.500 x 0.473 (32)
(7829550) (113.0) (74.0) (20.000/19.980) (25.008/24.996) (60.0) (5.0) (31.8) (KM-05)
1.500 x 1.000 (32)
1.500 x 0.200
1.500 x 0.250
7824159 4.860 3.050 1.000/0.9990 1.1814/1.1810 2.496 0.250 1.250 N-06
1.500 x 0.500
(7829551) (124.0) (78.0) (25.000/24.980) (30.007/29.997) (63.39) (6.4) (31.8) (KM-06)
1.500 x 1.875
1.500 x 2.000 (40)
7829554 6.368 4.178 1.3750/1.3740 1.5752/1.5747 3.624 0.313 1.875 N-08

1.750 (50)
(7829552) (164.0) (109.0) (32.000/31.976) (30.007/29.997) (92.0) (8.0) (47.6) (KM-08)
6.682 4.492 1.3750/1.3740 1.7721/1.7716 3.936 0.313 1.875

7824160 (N/A) 2.000 N-09
(169.7) (114.1) (32.000/31.976) (45.011/44.999) (100.0) (8.0) (47.6)
7824161 7.749 4.872 1.7500/1.7490 1.9689/1.9684 4.252 0.375 2.750 N-10

2.500 (63)
(7829553) (197.0) (124.0) (40.000/39.377) (50.010/49.997) (108.0) (10.0) (69.9) (KM-10)
Base and Flange Mount – Floating Bearing Support (QF)
ØM d2
H H d2
ØN
F L Ød1
J
D
R
K
A A
B
C
Standard Bearing Block Dimensions (inch (mm))

P/N Dia. x Lead
inch (inch (mm)) d1
d2 A&H B C D F J K L M N Q R
(metric) (mm)
7833291 0.118 1.000 1.380 2.750 0.276 0.551 1.375 1.000 2.000 4x 0.281 2x 0.281 (7.1) Thru, 0.50 (12.7) 0.757 0.688
0.500 (12) 9
(7833292) (3.0) (25.4) (35.0) (70.0) (7.0) (14.0) (35.0) (25.40) (50.8) (7.13) C-Bore x 0.56 (14.2) Dp (18.5) (17.5)
7833256 0.197 1.125 1.500 3.000 0.394 0.787 1.125 1.000 1.880 4x 0.281 2x 0.406 (10.31) Thru, 0.625 (15.88) 0.96 0.625
0.631 (16) 12
(7833282) (5.0) (28.6) (38.0) (76.0) (10.0) (20.0) (29.0) (25.40) (47.8) (7.13) C-Bore x 0.875 (22.23) Dp (20.0) (15.9)
7833259 0.217 1.250 1.750 3.500 0.433 0.866 1.375 1.125 2.130 4x 0.281 2x 0.406 (10.31) Thru, 0.625 (15.88) 1.019 0.750
0.750 (20) 15
(7833283) (5.5) (31.8) (45.0) (89.0) (11.0) (22.1 (35.0) (28.58) (54.1) (7.13) C-Bore x 0.875 (22.23) Dp (22.0) (19.1)
7833262 0.236 1.437 2.000 4.000 0.473 0.945 1.375 1.250 2.380 4x 0.406 2x 0.531 (13.48) Thru, 0.812 (20.62) 1.109 0.750
0.875 (22) 17
(N/A) (6.0) (36.5) (50.8) (101.6) (12.0) (24.0) (35.0) (31.75) (60.5) (10.31) C-Bore x 1.125 (28.57) Dp (22.0) (19.1)
7833265 0.276 1.625 2.250 4.500 0.551 1.102 1.750 1.438 2.750 4x 0.469 2x 0.656 (16.66) Thru, 1.00 (25.40) 1.258 0.938
1.000 / 1.171 (25) 20
(7833284) (7.0) (41.3) (57.0) (114.0) (14.0) (28.0) (44.0) ((36.53) (69.9) (11.91) C-Bore x 1.312 (33.33) Dp (22.0) (23.8)
1.150 / 1.250
7833268 0.531 2.125 3.000 6.000 0.827 1.654 2.000 1.750 3.380 4x 0.656 2x 0.906 (23.01) Thru, 1.375 (34.93) 1.654 1.000
1.500 x 0.473 (32) 25
(7833285) (13.5) (54.0) (76.0) (152.0) (21.0) (42.0) (51.0) (44.45) (85.9) (16.66) C-Bore x 2.00 (50.80) Dp (28.0) (25.40)
1.500 x 1.000 (32)
1.500 x 0.200
1.500 x 0.250
7833270 0.512 2.375 3.250 6.500 0.827 1.654 2.000 1.875 3.630 4x 0.656 2x .0906 (23.01) Thru, 1.375 (34.93) 1.654 1.000
1.500 x 0.500 30
(7833286) (13.0) (60.3) (83.0) (165.0) (21.0) (42.0) (51.0) (47.63) (92.2) (16.66) C-Bore x 2.062 (53.38) Dp (42.0) (25.40)
1.500 x 1.875
1.500 x 2.000 (40)
7833273 0.453 2.937 3.750 7.500 0.906 1.811 3.000 2.250 4.250 6x 0.656 4x 0.906 (23.01) Thru, 1.375 (34.93) 1.869 1.500
1.750 (50) 40
(7833287) (11.5) (74.6) (96.0) (192.0) (23.0) (46.0) (76.0) (57.15) (108.0) (16.66) C-Bore x 2.25 (57.15) Dp (42.0) (38.10)
7833276 0.492 3.313 4.250 8.500 0.985 1.969 3.625 2.813 5.630 6x 0.812 4x 1.031 (26.19) Thru, 1.625 (41.28) 1.987 1.813
2.000 45
(N/A) (12.5) (84.2) (108.0) (216.0) (25.0) (50.0) (92.0) (71.54) (143.0) (20.63) C-Bore x 3.50 (88.90) Dp (50.5) (46.05)
7833279 0.531 3.563 4.500 9.000 1.063 2.126 3.625 2.813 5.630 6x 0.812 4x 1.031 (26.19) Thru, 1.625 (41.28) 2.167 1.813
2.500 (63) 50
(7833288) (13.5) (90.5) (115.0) (230.0) (27.0) (54.0) (92.0) (71.54) (143.0) (20.63) C-Bore x 3.50 (88.90) Dp (54.0) (46.10)
Standard Block Bearing

Lock nut
P/N Weight Trade
(mm)
inch (metric) (Ibs (kg)) No.
7833291 (7833292) 5/16-24 (M8-1.25) 0.8 (0.4) 609
7833256 (7833282) N-01 (KM-01) 1.3 (0.6) 6201
7833259 (7833283) N-02 (KM-02) 1.6 (0.7) 6202
7833262 (N/A) N-03 2.3 (1.0) 6203
7833265 (7833284) N-04 (KM-04) 5.8 (2.6) 6204
7833268 (7833285) N-05 (KM-05) 6.8 (3.1) 6205
7833270 (7833286) N-06 (KM-06) 8.7 (3.9) 6206
7833273 (7833287) N-08 (KM-08) 9.7 (4.4) 6308
7833276 (N/A) N-09 16.2 (7.3) 6309
7833279 (7833288) N-10 (KM-10) 18.5 (8.4) 6310
B
D THD. F
Ball ScrewsC and Ball Splines
End Machining Dimensions – Floating Bearing Support (QF) E .016

.032

TYPE QF, REQUIRED QF SUPPORT TYPE QK, REQUIRED
TYPE QF1,FOR QK SUPPORT
REQUIRED FOR QF SUPPORT T
A A
B
B BD THD.
D THD. F D THD. F
C C
G .016G
.016 E .016.032
E E .032
.032
TYPE QF1, REQUIRED FOR QF SUPPORT TYPE QK1, REQUIRED FOR QK SUPPORT
Type QF /QF1 (inch (mm))
Standard Dia x BLead B
D THD.
P/N (inch
D (mm)) THD.
A B C (h7) D (g6) E F G THD
7833291 1.970 0.720 0.2500/0.2490 0.3544/0.3541 0.315 0.094 1.000 5/16-24

0.500 (12)
(7833292) (46.0) (19.0) (6.000/5.987) (9.001/8.994) (7.0) (-) (-) (M8-1.25)
7833256 2.110 0.810 0.4060/0.4050 0.4726/0.4723 0.394 0.125 1.250 N-01
0.631 (16)
(7833282) .016 (54.0) (21.0) (10.000/9.987) (12.006/11.999) (10.0) (3.0)
.016
(30.0) (KM-01)
E .032 E
.032
7833259 1.870 0.870 0.5000/0.4990 0.5908/0.5905 0.433 0.125 0.875 N-02
0.750 (20)
(7833283) (47.09 (22.0) (12.000/11.984) (15.006/14.999) (11.0) (4.0) (22.0) (KM-02)
7833262 2.233 0.918 0.472 0.125 1.250
0.875 (22) 0.5620/0.5610 0.6695/0.6692 N-03
(N/A) (56.7) (23.3) (12.0) (3.18) (31.8)
7833265 2.375 1.060 0.6250/0.6240 0.7877/0.7873 0.551 0.188 1.250 N-04
1.000 / 1.171 (25)
(7833284) (61.0) (27.0) (16.000/15.984) (20.007/19.997) (14.0) (5.0) (30.0) (KM-04)
1.150 / 1.250
7833268 2.680 1.120 0.7500/0.7490 0.9846/0.9842 0.591 0.188 1.250 N-05
1.500 x 0.473 (32)
(7833285) (68.0) (29.0) (20.000/19.980) (25.008/24.996) (15.09) (5.0) (32.0) (KM-05)
1.500 x 1.000 (32)
1.500 x 0.200
1.500 x 0.250
7833270 2.970 1.160 1.000/0.9990 1.1814/1.1810 0.630 0.250 1.250 N-06
1.500 x 0.500
(7833286) (76.09) (30.0) (25.000/24.980) (30.007/29.997) (16.0) (8.0) (34.0) (KM-06)
1.500 x 1.875
1.500 x 2.000 (40)
7833273 3.650 1.460 1.3750/1.3740 1.5752/1.5747 0.906 0.313 1.875 N-08

1.750 (50)
(7833287) (95.0) (40.0) (32.000/31.976) (40.010/39.997) (23.0) (8.0) (47.0) (KM-08)
7833276 3.730 0.984 0.313 1.875

2.000 1.540 1.3750/1.3740 1.7721/1.7716 N-09
(N/A) (94.7) (25.0) (8.0) (47.6)
7833279 4.560 1.680 1.7500/1.7490 1.9689/1.9684 1.063 0.375 2.750 N-10

2.500 (63)
(7833288) (116.0) (43.0) (40.000/39.377) (50.010/49.997) (27.0) (10.0) (65.0) (KM-10)
Engineering
Engineering Guidelines for Inch Series Ball Screws

Selecting a Ball Screw Assembly for Your Application — Inch Series
A ball screw assembly is a mechanical device for translating 5. The ball nut life can then be calculated using the Dynamic Load
rotational motion to linear motion. As well as being able to apply or Rating (Cam) provided in the catalog detail pages or use the Life
withstand high thrust loads, they can do so with minimum internal Expectancy Charts (page 148).
friction. They are made to close tolerances and are therefore 6. Every ball screw has a rotation speed limit, which is the point of
suitable for use in situations in which high precision is necessary. excessive vibration/harmonics in the screw. The critical speed
The selection of the correct ball screw assembly for a specific is dependent on the end support configuration. Calculate the
application is an iterative process to determine the smallest envelope Critical Screw Speed of the chosen ball screw (page 142) or use
and most cost-effective solution. Below is a list of the most common the Acceptable Speed Chart (page 147) to determine the critical
(but not complete) design considerations used to select a ball screw speed.
assembly.
7. If the load, life and speed calculations confirm that the selected
• Compression or Tension Load ball screw assembly meets or exceeds the design requirements,
• Linear Velocity then proceed to the next step. If not… Larger diameter screws
• Positional Accuracy and Repeatability will increase the load capacity and increase the speed rating.
• Required Life Expectancy Smaller lead screws will decrease the linear speed (assuming
• Mounting Configuration constant input motor speed), increase the motor speed
• Dimensional Constraints (assuming constant linear speed), and decrease the input torque
• Input Power Requirements required. Higher lead screws will increase the linear speed
• Environmental Condition (assuming constant input motor speed), decrease the input motor
At a minimum, the design load, linear velocity, and positional speed (assuming constant linear speed), and increase the input
accuracy should be the known inputs and are used to calculate torque required. Repeat steps 3 thru 5 until the correct solution is
the diameter, lead, and load capacity of the ball screw assembly. obtained.
Individual ball screw components are then selected based on life, 8. Determine how the ball nut will interface into your application.
dimensional constraints, mounting configuration, and environmental A ball nut flange is the typical method of attaching the ball nut
conditions. to the load. Threaded ball nuts and cylindrical ball nuts are
The following procedure will take you through the most common alternative ways to provide the interface.
application-based selection of a ball screw assembly. As no two 9. Additional design considerations and features are also available.
applications are the same, so the determination process is never the Preloaded ball nuts are available to eliminate system backlash
same. and increase stiffness. Wiper kits to protect the assembly from
1. Determine the required positional accuracy and repeatability contaminants and to contain lubrication are standard on some
that your application requires (page 143). Backlash is the linear units and optional on most others. Bearing supports and end
independent motion between the ball screw and the ball nut machining are also available as options for most ball screws.
and can be controlled by preloading the ball nut (page 144). The 10. The final considerations are system mounting and lubrication.
manufacturing process, rolled screws versus ground screws, The ball nut should be loaded axially only as any radial loading
dictates the accuracy (page 144). significantly reduces the performance of the assembly (page
2. Determine how you plan to mount the ball screw assembly 145). The assembly should also be properly aligned with the
into your machine (see page 146). The configuration of the end drive system, bearing supports, and load to achieve optimal
supports and the travel distance (Max L) will dictate the load and performance and life (page 145). The ball screw assembly should
speed limitations of the ball screw. never be run without proper lubrication. Many lubricants are
3. A ball nut in tension can handle loads up to the rated capacity of available depending on the application and environment (page
the nut. For a ball nut in compression, calculate the Permissible 145).
Compression Loading (page 142) or use the Compression Loading Note: Application and customer service support is available to assist
Chart (page 149) to select a ball screw diameter that meets or in the selection of your ball screw assembly. Please contact your
exceeds your design load. local Thomson representative or the customer support center
4. Calculate the lead of the ball screw that will produce the speed (1-540-633-3549 — TCS) for any additional assistance.
requirement (page 140).
Ball Screw Assembly Selection Example: 6. Determine Critical Speed
Inputs: From Catalog (page 43): Screw Root Diameter is 1.85 in.
Load: 30,000
lb. Compression Maximum dr
From Equation (page 142): .8 x 1.47 x 4.76 x 106 x
10,000 lb. dynamic l2
Linear Speed: 200 in./min.
therefore, Speed = 1,433 rpm
Input Speed: 400 rpm
Travel: 85 in.
Verified via Chart (page 147)
Life: 2 x 106 inches
7. Design Verification
1. Accuracy (pages 143 and 144)
OK per load, speed and life.
No Preload and Standard Rolled (±.004 in./12 in.)
8. Load Interface
2. End Supports (page 146)
Flanged connection preferred.
Fixed/Supported
9. Additional Requirements
3. Determine Screw Diameter
• Wipers required
From Chart (page 149): Ø2.000 in.
• Bearing Supports required
2.0 x 1.405 x 107 x dr4 • End Machining needed
From Equation (page 142): 30,000 / .8 =
(85)2 • Right Hand Thread
therefore, dr = 1.762 in. • Carbon Steel
4. Determine Lead 10. Mounting and Lubrication

System will require motor interface and linear rails for alignment.
200 in./min. TriGel 450R
Lead = therefore, Lead = .500 in.
400 rpm
Product Selection
5. Determine Life Ball Nut: P/N 8122-488-005
From Catalog (page 43): Dynamic Load = 21,306 lbs.
[ ]
3
21,306
From Equation (page 141): Life (inches) = x 106
10,000
therefore, Life = 9.7 x 106 inches

Design Formulas
These formulas allow you to calculate a number of important factors which govern the application of Thomson ball screws.
1. Ball Screw Life (L)

The ball screw assembly’s useful life will vary according to load Functional life should be determined by approximating equivalent
and speed. Life is typically rated at 90% confidence, L10 (which rotational speed and loading force over typical performance
represents time at which 90% of assemblies still perform). cycles.
Simple rotational speed profile Simple loading profile (1) Simple loading profile (2)
n2
n eq F1 F m1 F m2
n3 F 1max F eq
F eq F3 F 1min
F m3
[RPM]
F2
[lbs.]
[lbs.]
q% q% q%
F
n
F
q1 q2 q3 q1 q2 q3 q1 q2 q3
100 100 100
1/3 1/3
n
qi n
ni q n
ni q
neq [min –1 ] = ni x Feq [lbs.] = F i3 x x i Feq [lbs.] = F mi3 x x i
i =1 100 i =1 neq 100 i =1 neq 100
Modified Life Parameters:
3
Cam neq = T ravel Rate (inches/min)
L 10 inches = x 10 6
Feq Feq = equivalent operating load [lbs.]
Cam = dynamic load rating [lbs.]
L 10 (see product detail pages)
L h10 hours = (Based on 1.0 million inches)
n eq x 60

2. Rotational Speed Required for a Specific Linear Velocity

Travel Rate (in. x min.-1)
n= n = rpm
Lead (in.)
3. Machine Service Life

After ball screw life (L) is calculated, apply it to the following formula to determine machine service life.
Lh10 [hours]
( )
Machine Service Life (in years) = (machine operating hours) • (days/year) • ball screw operating hours
machine operating hours
4. Torque
Feq x P Feq = Equivalent Operating Load (lbf)
a. Driving torque: Td (lbf-in.) = = 0.177 x Feq x P
2pe P = Lead (in.)
e = Efficiency = 0.90
Feq x P x e Td = Driving Torque (lbf-in.)
b. Backdrive torque: Tb (lbf-in.) = = 0.143 x Feq x P Tb = Backdrive Torque (lbf-in.)
2p 1 lbf-in. = 0.113 (N•m)
(conversion of linear to rotational motion)
5. Power
Feq x P n Feq x P x n Pd = Power (hp)
Pd (hp) = (2p) e x 6.3021 x 104 = 3.564 x 105 n = rpm
1 hp = 746 W
6. Permissible Rotational Speed
The permissible rotational speed depends on two factors: critical screw speed and critical nut speed.
6a. Critical Screw Speed

The critical screw speed is related to the natural frequency of the screw shaft. Exceeding this value may result in excessive vibration.
The critical screw speed may be found using the following equations or the chart on page 147.
d
nc = Cs x 4.76 x 106 x 2r nc = Critical Speed (rpm) End Fixity Factor - Critical Screw Speed
I ns = Safe Drive Speed End Supports Cs
ns = nc x S d r = Root Diameter (in.)
I = Length between Bearing A One end fixed, one end free 0.36
Supports (in.) MAX. L
S = Safety Factor (0.8 maximum)

B Both ends supported 1.00
Cs = End Fixity Factor MAX. L
C One end fixed, one end supported 1.47

MAX. L
D Both ends fixed 2.23

MAX. L
6b. Critical Nut Speed
The critical nut speed is related to the velocity of the ball bearings rotating around the screw shaft. Exceeding this value
may result in permanent damage to the ball recirculation components. Thomson recommends a maximum DN value of 3000
for standard tube transfer designs with a lead to diameter ratio less than 2/3. Thomson recommends a maximum DN value of 5250 for
high speed nuts equipped with deflectors.
DN = d0n
where
d0 = nominal shaft diameter (in)
n = rotational speed of shaft (rpm)
7. Permissible Compression Loading End Fixity Factor - Permissible Compression Loading

Exceeding the recommended maximum compression force may End Supports Cs
result in buckling of the screw shaft.
A One end fixed, one end free 0.25
MAX. L
Cs x 1.405 x 10 x dr
7 4
Fc = Fc = Critical Buckling Force (lbs.)

I2 B Both ends supported 1.00
Fs = Safe Compression Force (lbs.) MAX. L
dr = Root Diameter (in.)
Fs = Fc x S
I = Max Unsupported Length (in.) C One end fixed, one end supported 2.00
S = Safety Factor (0.8 maximum) MAX. L
Cs = End Fixity Factor

MAX. L

Accuracy Classes Precision Plus Ball Screws
Accuracy is a measure of how closely a Maximum error over useful length = ep + 1/2Vup + C
motion system will approach a command
I1
position. Perfect accuracy, for example,
means that advancing a ball nut a precise
amount from a given point on the screw
always requires exactly the theoretically Ie Iu Ie
predicted number of revolutions.

Inch ball screws are produced in two main Io
tolerance classes: Precision and Precision
Plus. Precision grade ball screws are
used in applications requiring only coarse 12 in.
movement or those utilizing linear feedback
for position location. As such, most Precision
V 12p
grade screws are provided with nuts having
backlash. Precision Plus grade ball screws
are used where repeatable positioning within
C
microns is critical, without the use of a linear
V 2π p
feedback device.
Δ Io
Differences between Precision and Precision
Vup
Plus grades are highlighted in the graph.
Precision grade screws allow greater
ep
cumulative variation over the useful length
of the screw. Precision Plus grade screws
ep
contain accumulation of lead error to provide 2πrad
precise positioning over the screw’s entire
Vup
useful length.
Io = nominal travel Precision Ball Screws

Maximum error over useful length = ep
I1 = thread length
I1
Io = travel deviation
Iu = useful travel
Ie Iu Ie
Ie = excess travel
C = travel compensation for useful travel
12 in.
(std. = 0)
ep = tolerance for actual mean travel
deviation (the difference between the
V 12p
maximum and minimum values of the

permissible actual mean travel)
Vup = permissible travel variation within
ep
0
useful travel, Iu
+
Io
V12p = permissible travel deviation within
12 inch travel
Δ Io
V2?p = permissible travel deviation within

1 revolution
-
ep
Permissible Travel Variation Over Usable Length
90
PRECISION PLUS - ± .0005 in./12 in.

80
70 PRECISION - ± .002 in./12 in.

PERMISSIBLE VARIATION (in. x 10-3)
60
PRECISION - ± .004 in./12 in.
50
40
30
20
10
0
12 24 36 48 60 80 120
USABLE LENGTH OF BALL SCREW (in.)
Lead Permissible Travel Deviation Vup (in. x 10-3)

Tolerance Over Screw Length lu (in.)
Accuracy
Class
V300p lu = 12 24 36 48 60 80 120
Precision Plus* ±.0005 in./12 in. Vup (in.) 1 2 3 4 5 6.67 10
Precision ±.002 in./12 in. Vup (in.) 4 8 12 16 20 26.7 40
Precision* ±.004 in./12 in. Vup (in.) 8 16 24 32 40 53.3 80
* Standard product tolerances
Preload Types Double-Nut Adjustable Preload

F
APPLIED
Skip-Lead Preload
Ph Ph + Ph Ph
• Axial play is present between screw and

• A compression spring is used to axially nut (typically .002”-.008” depending on
load two ball nuts against each other. size).
• The lead is offset within the ball nut to
• Typically used for positioning applications • Typically used for transport or vertical
provide a precise preload.
where repeatability is critical. applications.
• Typically used where both repeatability
and high stiffness are required.
No Preload

Lubrication Guidelines
Ball screws must be lubricated to operate
properly and achieve the rated life. We
recommend using TriGEL-450R or TriGEL-
1800RC for lubricating ball screws. Other oils
and greases may be applicable but have not
been evaluated.
The TriGEL grease can be applied directly to
the screw threads near the root of the ball
track. Some ball nut sizes are available with
threaded lube holes for mounting lubrication
fittings. For these ball nuts, the TriGEL grease
can be pumped directly into the nut. Please
refer to the catalog detail views to verify
which ball nuts have the threaded lube
holes. It is recommended to use these nuts
in conjunction with a wiper kit to contain the
lubricant in the body of the nut.
Ball screws may require lubrication frequently
depending on both environmental and interval should be reduced. Before adding contamination seen on the screw. If oil is
operating conditions. If the lubricant appears additional grease, wipe the screw clean, being used, the best results may be obtained
to be dispersed before this point or has removing the old grease and any particulate by utilizing a continuous-drip type applicator.
become dry or crusted, the maintenance
Nut Loading
Axial loading (on nut or screw) is optimal for performance and life.
For applications requiring radial loads, please contact us.
Axial Loading: optimal Radial Loading: detrimental*
F/2
F/2 F
F
* Minimize radial loading to less than 5% of the axial load.
Nut Mounting
Use the following guidelines to achieve optimal performance
Tolerances: Tolerances:
.0004 in A Precision Plus .001 in/ft. A Precision Plus
.0008 in A Precision Rolled .003 in/ft. A Precision Rolled
Bearing Support Reference Drawings (End Fixity) Bearing Support vs. Speed (travel rate or rpm)
Critical Speed — That condition where the rotary speed of the assembly A – One end fixed, other end free
sets up harmonic vibrations. (Refer to Figure 1.) These vibrations are the
result of shaft diameter, unsupported length, type of bearing support,
position of the ball nut in the stroke, how the ball nut is mounted, the shaft
or ball nut rpm, etc. (Note: Shaft vibrations may also be caused by a bent MAX. L
screw or faulty installation alignment.) The four end fixity drawings (A, B, (INCHES)
C, and D) show the bearing configurations for supporting a rotating shaft. B – Both ends supported
The selection chart for Travel Rate vs. Length on page 147, shows these
same configurations at the bottom of the chart and factors in their effect
on critical shaft speed for the unsupported screw length.
MAX. L
(INCHES)
C – One
end fixed,
other end
Figure 1 supported
MAX. L
(INCHES)
D – Both
MAX. L
ends fixed
(INCHES)
Tension Loads — Those loads where the force pulls on the bearing and Bearing Support vs. Compression Load on Screws
its support. (Refer to Figure 2.) Where practical, applications should A – One end fixed, other end free
be designed to function with the load in tension to achieve the widest
possible selection of screw sizes. Ball screws operating in both tension
and compression may be preloaded between the support bearings or LOAD
mounted per the guidelines under Compression Loads.

MAX. L
(INCHES)
B – Both ends supported
Figure 2 LOAD
Compression Loads — Those loads where the force pushes on the MAX. L
bearing and its support. (Refer to Figure 3.) Compression loads tend to (INCHES)
cause the screw shaft to bend. This normally requires a ball screw with C – One end fixed, other end supported
a larger diameter than one for tension loading only. The four end fixity
drawings (A, B, C and D) show the bearing configurations for supporting a
shaft subject to compression loads. The selection chart for Compression LOAD
Load vs. Length, on page 149, shows these same configurations at the
bottom of the chart and factors in their effect on the unsupported length of MAX. L
the screw for compression loads. (INCHES)
D – Both ends fixed
LOAD
Figure 3
MAX. L
(INCHES)

Acceptable Speed† vs. Length for Screws
10,000
1.500 - .200
1.500 - .250
1.750 - .200
2.000 - .500
5,000 2.000 - 1.000
2.000 - .200
2.250 - .500
3,000 2.250 - 1.000
2.500 - .250
2.500 - .500
2,000 2.500 - 1.000
3.000 - .660
3.000 - 1.500
4.000 - 1.000
1,000
MAXIMUM RPM (80% OF CRITICAL SPEED)
500
300
200
100
5
2
00
1.0 0
00
- 2. 000
.12
.06
.50
.50
.20
0 - .50
00
000
1.0
- .5
500 - 1.
5-
7-
0-
0-
5-
.00 0 -
1-
50
.37
.87
• 1. 500
.18
.50
.75
.63
3 • .0
2
50
• 1.
1
875 • 1.
0•
0•
0•
0•
.41 0 •
1
.05
.20
.20
50
.25
- 1. .500
.20
- .2
7-
0-
0-
1-
1.1 .000 -
1.5 500 -
250
.18
.50
.75
.63
-
71
• 1.
00
•1
30
• 1.
00
00
73
- .2
- .2
- .4
00
250
00
1.0
20
• 1.
1.5
00
- .2
50
1.1
10
END SUPPORT TYPE
One end fixed, other end free
A Inches 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120

mm 152 304 457 609 762 914 1056 1219 1371 1524 1676 1828 1981 2133 2286 2438 2590 2743 2895 3048
MAX. L
Both ends supported
B Inches 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 170 180 190 200
mm 254 508 762 1016 1270 1524 1778 2032 2286 2540 2794 3048 3302 3556 3810 4064 4318 4572 4826 5080
MAX. L
One end fixed, other end supported
C Inches 12 24 36 48 61 73 85 97 109 121 133 145 158 170 182 194 206 218 230 242
MAX. L mm 304 609 914 1219 1549 1854 2159 2463 2768 3073 3378 3683 4013 4318 4622 4927 5232 5537 5842 6146
Both ends fixed
D Inches 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 119 134 149 164 179 194 209 224 239 254 269 284 298
MAX. L mm 381 762 1143 1524 1905 2286 2667 3022 3403 3784 4165 4546 4927 5308 5689 6070 6451 6832 7213 7569
Example: Travel rate of 400 rpm.

Unsupported length of 85 in. (2159mm).
End fixity of one end fixed, other end supported.
All screws with curves which pass through or above and to the right of the plotted point are suitable for the example. The acceptable velocities
shown by this graph apply to the screw shaft selected and are not indicative of the velocities attainable of all of the associated ball nut
assemblies. Consult Thomson engineering for high speed applications.
†80% of critical speed
Life Expectancy for Precision Ball Screw Assemblies
LOAD FOR LOAD FOR

ALLOY STEEL SCREWS STAINLESS STEEL SCREWS
N lb. lb. N
890,000 200,000 36,000 160,200
2.250 - 1.000
2.500 - 1.000
4.000-1.000
3.000-1.500 2.500 - .500
445,000 100,000 2.000 - 1.000 18,000 80,100
3.000 - .660 2.250 - .500
356,000 80,000 14,400 64,080
2.000 - .500
267,000 60,000 10,800 48,060
1.500 - .500
178,000 40,000 1.500 - .473 7,200 32,040
1.500 - 1.000
133,500 30,000 5,400 24,030
1.500 - 2.000
89,000 20,000 1.500 - 1.875 3,600 16,020
2.500 - .250
1.500 - .250
44,500 10,000 1.000 - .500 1,800 8,010
1.171 - .413
35,600 8,000 1,440 6,408
26,700 6,000 1,080 4,806
17,800 4,000 720 3,204
13,350 3,000 540 2,403
8,900 2,000 360 1,602
4,450 1,000 180 801

3,560 800 144 641
2,670 600 100 481
1,780 400 72 320

1,335 300 .750 - .500 • 1.000 - .250 (C2) 54 240
1.000 - 1.000 (Square)
890 200 1.150 - .200 36 160
.500 - .500 (C2)
1.000 - 1.000 (Round)
.750 - .200
445 100 .875 - .200 (Non-Preloaded) 18 80
356 80 1.000 - .250 (C1) 14 65
.500 - .200
267 60 11 48
178 40 .875 - .200 (Preloaded) 7 32

.500 - .500 (C1)
134 30 5 24
.631 - .200
.750 - .200 (KW) .375 - .125 (SC/C2)
89 20 4 16
.631 - 1.000 .375 - .125 (HC/C1)
.375 - .125 (HC/C2) .375 - .125 (SC/C1)
.500 - .200 (KW) .187 - .050 • .187 - .062
44 10 2 8
100
.02
10
.01
.03
.04
.06
.08
.1
.2
.3
.4
.6
.8
1
3
4
6
8
20
30
40
60
80
LIFE EXPECTANCY
(1 = 1,000,000 In. = 25,400,000 mm of Travel)
C1 = Single Circuit C2 = Double Circuit SC = Standard Capacity HC = High Capacity

Example: Application life expectancy (total travel) desired is 2 million in. (50.8 million mm).
Normal operating load is 10,000 lb. (44,500 N).
All screws with curves which pass through or are above and to the right of the plotted point are suitable for the example. The suitable dynamic
life expectancies shown in this graph are not to exceed the maximum static load capacity as given in the rating table for the individual ball nut
assembly.

Compression Load vs. Length for Designated Ball Screws
N lb.
13,350,000 3,000,000
8,900,000 2,000,000
4,450,000 1,000,000
2,225,000 500,000
1,335,000 300,000
890,000 200,000
445,000 100,000
4.00
0-1
.000
222,500 50,000
COMPRESSION LOAD
133,500 30,000
3.00
2 0-.
89,000 20,000 2.50 .500 - 660
• 3.0
2.50 0-1 .250
0-. .000 00 -
2.00 500 1.50
0-. 0
1.75 2.00 200
0-. 0- • 2.
44,500 10,000 200 .500 (P 250
• 2.0 rec - .50
00 - isio 0•2
1.50 .500 n) • .250
1.50 0 - . 2 (Pre 2.000 - 1.0
1.50 0 - 1. 0 0•1 cisi - 1.0 00
1.25 0 - .5 000 (P .500 o n Pl 00 (
22,250 5,000 us) Pre
1.25 0 - .2 00 (P reci - .250 • 2.00 cision)
1.15 0 - .2 00 • rec s i o n
0 - . 50 • 1.50 ision P 0-1
1.
200 1.25 0 - .4 Plus lus) .000
(Pre
13,350 3,000 0 - . 73 • )
1.00 000 - .2 500 1.50 • 1.500 cisi
on P
.875 0 - . 00 • 0-. - 1.8 lus)
250 5
8,900 2,000 - .20 • 1.01.171 - 00 (
P
75 •
rec 1.500
0 00 - .413 isio
.500 n) • - 2.000
• 1.0 1.50
.750 00 - 0-1
- .20 1.00 .000
4,450 1,000 0•. 0
.631 750
- .20 - . 5 00
0•.
631
-1.0
.500 0 0
2,225 500 - .20
0•.
.375 500
- .12 - .50
1,335 300 5 0
200 .187
890 - .05
0•.
187
- .06
2
445 100
END SUPPORT TYPE
Inches 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80 85
A LOAD mm
127 254 381 508 635 762 889 1016 1143 1270 1397 1524 1651 1778 1905 2032 2159
MAX. L
Both ends supported

Inches 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 170
B LOAD
mm 254 508 762 1016 1270 1524 1778 2032 2286 2540 2794 3048 3302 3556 3810 4064 4318
MAX. L
One end fixed,
other end supported
Inches 14 28 42 57 71 85 99 113 127 141 156 170 184 198 212 226 240
C LOAD
mm 356 711 1067 1448 1803 2159 2515 2870 3226 3581 3962 4318 4674 5029 5385 5740 6096
MAX. L
Both ends fixed
D LOAD Inches 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 220 240 260 280 300 320 340
mm 508 1016 1524 2032 2540 3048 3556 4064 4572 5080 5588 6096 6604 7112 7620 8128 8636
MAX. L
Example: Maximum system load is 30,000 lb. (133,500 N).

Length of 85 in. (2159mm).
All screws with curves which pass through or above and to the right of the plotted point are suitable for the example.
The suitable compression loads shown in this graph are not to exceed the maximum static load capacity as given in the rating table for the
individual ball nut assembly.
Engineering Guidelines for Metric Series Ball Screws
Selecting a Ball Screw Assembly for Your Application — Metric Series
Below is a list of the most common (but not complete) design 6. Every ball screw has a rotation speed limit, which is the point of
considerations used to select a ball screw assembly. excessive vibration/harmonics in the screw. The critical speed
• Compression and/or Tension Load is dependent on the end support configuration. Calculate the
• Linear Velocity Critical Screw Speed of the chosen ball screw (page 153) or use
• Positional Accuracy and Repeatability the Acceptable Speed Chart (page 157) to determine the critical
• Required Life Expectancy speed.
• Mounting Configuration 7. If the load, life and speed calculations confirm that the selected
• Dimensional Constraints ball screw assembly meets or exceeds the design requirements,
• Input Power Requirements then proceed to the next step. If not… Larger diameter screws
• Environmental Condition will increase the load capacity and increase the speed rating.
At a minimum, the design load, maximum linear velocity, and Smaller lead screws will decrease the linear speed (assuming
positional accuracy deired should be the known inputs and are used constant input motor speed), increase the motor speed
to calculate the minimum diameter, lead, and needed load capacity (assuming constant linear speed), and decrease the input torque
of the ball screw assembly. Individual ball screw components are required. Higher lead screws will increase the linear speed
then selected based on life, dimensional constraints, mounting (assuming constant input motor speed), decrease the input motor
configuration, and environmental conditions. speed (assuming constant linear speed), and increase the input
torque required. Repeat steps 3 thru 5 until the correct solution is
The following procedure will take you through the most common
obtained.
application-based selection of a ball screw assembly. As no two
applications are the same, so the determination process is never the 8. Determine how the ball nut will interface into your application.
same. A ball nut flange is the typical method of attaching the ball nut
to the load. Threaded ball nuts and cylindrical ball nuts are
1. Determine the required positional accuracy and repeatability
alternative ways to provide the interface.
that your application requires (page 154). Backlash is the linear
independent motion between the ball screw and the ball nut 9. Additional design considerations and features are also available.
and can be controlled by preloading the ball nut (page 159). The Preloaded ball nuts are available to reduce system backlash and
manufacturing process, rolled screws versus ground screws, increase positional accuracy. Wiper kits to protect the assembly
dictates the accuracy (page 155). from contaminants and to contain lubrication are standard on
some units and optional on most others. Bearing supports and
2. Determine how you plan to mount the ball screw assembly
end machining are also available as options for all ball screws.
into your machine (see page 156). The configuration of the end
supports and the travel distance (Max L) will dictate the load and 10. The final considerations are system mounting and lubrication.
speed limitations of the ball screw. The ball nut should be loaded axially only as any radial loading
significantly reduces the performance of the assembly (page
3. A ball nut in tension can handle loads up to the rated capacity of
156). The assembly should also be properly aligned with the
the nut. For a ball nut in compression, calculate the Permissible
drive system, bearing supports, and load to achieve optimal
Compression Loading (page 153) or use the Compression Loading
performance (page 156). The ball screw assembly should never
Chart (page158) to select a ball screw diameter that meets or
be run without proper lubrication. Many lubricants are available
exceeds your design load.
depending on the application and environment (page 156).
4. Calculate the lead of the ball screw that will produce the speed
Note: Application and customer service support is available to assist
requirement (page 151).
in the selection of your ball screw assembly. Please contact your
5. The ball nut life can then be calculated using the Dynamic Load local Thomson representative or the customer support center
Rating (Cam) provided in the catalog detail pages. Since multiple (1-540-633-3549 — TCS) for any additional assistance.
ball nuts may be available for a given diameter and lead, use the
catalog pages for specified diameter and lead to select available
styles.

Ball Screw Assembly Selection Example: 6. Determine Critical Speed
Inputs: From Catalog (page 102): Screw Root Diameter is 43.0mm
Load: 1 33,440 N Compression Maximum d
From Equation (page 153): .8 x 1.47 x 1.2 x 106 x 2r
44,480 N dynamic l
Linear Speed: 5.08 meter/min.
therefore, Speed = 1,301.8 rpm
Input Speed: 400 rpm
Travel: 2159 mm
Life: 2.5 x 104 meters
7. Design Verification
1. Accuracy (pages 154 and 155)
OK per load, speed and life.
No Preload and Standard Rolled (±50 µm per 300mm)
8. Load Interface
2. End Supports (page 153)
Flanged connection preferred.
Fixed/Supported
9. Additional Requirements
3. Determine Screw Diameter
• Wipers required
From Chart (page 158): Ø50mm
• Bearing Supports required
1.47 x 9.687 x 104 x dr4
From Equation (page 157): 133,440 / .8 = • End Machining needed
(2159)2 • Right Hand Thread
therefore, dr = 44.8mm • Carbon Steel
4. Determine Lead 10. Mounting and Lubrication

System will require motor interface and linear rails for alignment.
5.08 meter/min.
Lead = therefore, Lead = 12.7mm, Use 10mm TriGel 450R
400 rpm
5. Determine Life Product Selection:
From Catalog (page 102): Dynamic Load = 66,400 N Ball Nut: P/N KGF-D-5010-RH-KK
[ ]
3
66,400
Life (revolutions) = x 106
44,480
therefore, Life = 3.3 x 106 revs (3.3 x 104 meters)
Design Formulas
These formulas allow you to calculate a number of important factors which govern the application of Thomson ball screws.
1. Ball Screw Life (L)

The ball screw assembly’s useful life will vary according to load Functional life should be determined by approximating equivalent
and speed. Life is typically rated at 90% confidence, L10 (which rotational speed and loading force over typical performance
represents time at which 90% of assemblies still perform). cycles.
Simple rotational speed profile Simple loading profile (1) Simple loading profile (2)
n2
n eq F1 F m1 F m2
n3 F 1max F eq
F eq F3 F 1min
F m3
[RPM]
F2
F [N]
F [N]
q% q% q%
n
q1 q2 q3 q1 q2 q3 q1 q2 q3
100 100 100
1/3 1/3
n
qi n
ni q n
ni q
neq [min –1 ] = ni x Feq [N] = F i3 x x i Feq [N] = F mi3 x x i
i =1 100 i =1 neq 100 i =1 neq 100
Modified Life Parameters:
3
Cam neq = e quivalent operating rotational
L 10 revolutions = x 10 6 speed [rpm]
Feq
Feq = equivalent operating load [N]
L 10 Cam = dynamic load rating [N]

L h10 hours = (see specification tables)
n eq x 60 (Based on 1.0 million revolutions)
2. Rotational Speed Required for a Specific Linear Velocity

Travel Rate (mm x min.-1)
n= n = rpm
Lead (mm)
3. Machine Service Life

After ball screw life (L) is calculated, apply it to the following formula to determine machine service life.
Lh10 [hours]
( )
Machine Service Life (in years) = (machine operating hours) • (days/year) • ball screw operating hours
machine operating hours

4. Torque
Feq x P Feq = Equivalent Operating Load (N)
a. Driving torque: Td (N•m) = = 1.77 x 10-4 x Feq x P
2pe P = Lead (mm)
e = Efficiency = 0.90
Td = Driving Torque (N•m)
Feq x P x e
b. Backdrive torque: Tb (N•m) = = 1.43 x 10-4 x Feq x P Tb = Backdrive Torque (N•m)
2p 1 lb-in. = 0.113 N•m
(conversion of linear to rotational motion)
5. Power
Feq x P n Feq x P x n Pd = Power (W)
Pd (W) = (2p) e x 9.546 x 103 = 5.398 x 104 n = rpm
1 hp = 746 W
6. Permissible Rotational Speed
The permissible rotational speed depends on two factors: critical screw speed and critical nut speed.
6a. Critical Screw Speed

The critical screw speed is related to the natural frequency of the screw shaft. Exceeding this value may result in excessive vibration.
The critical screw speed may be found using the following equations or the chart on page 157.
d
nc = Cs x 1.2 x 108 x 2r nc = Critical Speed (rpm) End Fixity Factor - Critical Screw Speed
I ns = Safe Drive Speed
End Supports Cs
ns = nc x S dr = Root Diameter (mm)
I = Length between Bearing A One end fixed, one end free 0.36
Supports (mm) MAX. L

Cs = End Fixity Factor B Both ends supported 1.00
MAX. L
C One end fixed, one end supported 1.47

MAX. L

MAX. L
6b. Critical Nut Speed

The critical nut speed is related to the velocity of the ball bearings rotating around the screw shaft. Exceeding this value
may result in permanent damage to the ball recirculation components. Thomson recommends a maximum DN value of 140,000
for standard internal transfer designs, which encompass the majority of the Metric products. Higher values may be accommodated by
special design (consult with applications engineering).
DN = d0n
where
d0 = nominal shaft diameter (mm)
n = rotational speed of shaft (rpm) End Fixity Factor - Permissible Compression Loading
End Supports Cs
7. Permissible Compression Loading
Exceeding the recommended maximum compression force may A One end fixed, one end free 0.25
MAX. L
result in buckling of the screw shaft.
B Both ends supported 1.00
Cs x 9.687 x 104 x dr4 MAX. L
Fc = Fc = Critical Buckling Force (N)
I2 Fs = Safe Compression Force (N) C One end fixed, one end supported 2.00
dr = Root Diameter (mm) MAX. L
Fs = Fc x S
I = Max Unsupported Length (mm)
S = Safety Factor (0.8 maximum) D Both ends fixed 4.00
MAX. L
Cs = End Fixity Factor
Accuracy Classes P — Positioning Class Ball Screws
Accuracy is a measure of how closely a Maximum error over useful length = ep + 1/2Vup + C
motion system will approach a command
position. Perfect accuracy, for example, I1
means that advancing a ball nut a precise

amount from a given point on the screw
Ie Iu Ie
always requires exactly the theoretically
predicted number of revolutions.
Io
Metric ball screws are produced in two
main tolerance classes: T (transport) and P
(positioning). Transport grade ball screws are
300mm
used in applications requiring only coarse
movement or those utilizing linear feedback
V 300p
for position location. As such, most transport
grade screws are provided with nuts having
backlash (T7 grade screws cannot be
C
V 2π p
supplied with preloaded nuts). Precision
grade ball screws are used where repeatable
Δ Io
positioning within microns is critical, without
Vup
the use of a linear feedback device.
ep
Differences between P & T grades are
highlighted in the graph. T grade transport
ep
screws allow greater cumulative variation 2πrad
Vup
over the useful length of the screw. P grade
positioning screws contain accumulation of
lead error to provide precise positioning over
the screw’s entire useful length.
I1
Io = nominal travel
I1 = thread length T —
Ie Iu Ie
Transport
Io = travel deviation
Class Ball
Iu = useful travel Screws
300mm
Ie = excess travel Maximum
error over
C = travel compensation for useful travel
useful length = ep
V300p
(std. = 0)
ep = tolerance for actual mean travel
deviation (the difference between the
ep
maximum and minimum values of the

0
+
permissible actual mean travel)

Io
Vup = permissible travel variation within
∆ Io
useful travel, Iu
V300p = permissible travel deviation within
300mm travel
-
V2πp = permissible travel deviation within

ep
1 revolution

Permissible Travel Variation Over Usable Length
1800
1500 P3 P5 T5 T7
PERMISSIBLE VARIATION [µm]
1200
900
600
300
0
0 315mm 1m 2m 3m 4m 5m
USABLE LENGTH OF BALL SCREW
Permissible Travel Deviation Vup (µm)

Lead Over Screw Length lu (mm)
Tolerance
Accuracy
Class lu > 315 400 500 630 800 1000 1250 1600 2000 2500 3150 4000 5000
V300p
(mm) ? 315 400 500 630 800 1000 1250 1600 2000 2500 3150 4000 5000 6300
ep (µm) 12 13 15 16 18 21 24 29 35 41 50 62 76 —
P3 ±12 µm/300mm
Vup (µm) 12 12 13 14 16 17 19 22 25 29 34 41 49 —
ep (µm) 23 25 27 30 35 40 46 54 65 77 93 115 140 170
P5 ±23 µm/300mm
Vup (µm) 23 25 26 29 31 35 39 44 51 59 69 82 99 119
T5 ±23 µm/300mm ep (µm) 23 =2 x lu/300 x V300p
T7 ±52 µm/300mm ep (µm) 52 =2 x lu/300 x V300p
Preload Types
Precise Preload (Type Z0) Preload (Type Z1) No Preload (Type Z2) No Preload (Type Z3)
(Available with FL nut only) (Standard lash) (Minimum lash)
Ph Ph + Ph Ph F F
APPLIED APPLIED
•
• The lead is offset within the Oversized balls slightly larger • Axial play is present between • Axial play is present between
ball nut to provide a precise than the ball groove space are screw and nut. screw and nut (held to .05mm
preload. used to provide zero backlash • Typically used for transport or maximum).
• The preload is approximately between the screw and nut. vertical applications. • Typically used for transport or
10% of dynamic load capacity, • The preload is approximately vertical applications.
but can range from 2% to 13% 1% to 2% of dynamic load
as specified by customers. capacity.
• Typically used where both • Typically used for positioning
repeatability and high stiffness applications where higher-level
are required. repeatability is desired.
Lubrication Guidelines
Ball screws must be lubricated to operate
properly and achieve the rated life. We
recommend using TriGEL-450R or TriGEL-
1800RC for lubricating ball screws. Other oils
and greases may be applicable but have not
been evaluated.
The TriGEL grease can be applied directly to
the screw threads near the root of the ball
track. Some ball nut sizes are available with
threaded lube holes for mounting lubrication
fittings. For these ball nuts, the TriGEL grease
can be pumped directly into the nut. Please
refer to the catalog detail views to verify
which ball nuts have the threaded lube
holes. It is recommended to use these nuts
in conjunction with a wiper kit to contain the
lubricant in the body of the nut.
Ball screws may require lubrication frequently
frequently depending on both environmental interval should be reduced. Before adding being used, the best results may be obtained
and operating conditions. If the lubricant additional grease, wipe the screw clean, by utilizing a continuous-drip type applicator.
appears to be dispersed before this point or removing the old grease and any particulate
has become dry or crusted, the maintenance contamination seen on the screw. If oil is
Nut Loading

F/2
F/2 F
F
Nut Mounting
Use the following guidelines to achieve optimal performance.
(All units are mm)
Tolerances:
Tolerances:
.01mm/100mm A P3
.01mm A P3
.02mm A P5, T5, T7 .02mm/100mm A P5, T5, T7

Acceptable Speed† vs. Length for Screws
10,000
5,000
3,000
2,000
1,000
ROTATIONAL SPEED (RPM)
500
300
80
200 63
50
40
32
100
4 5 6 8 10 12, 13 14, 16 20 25
50
30
20
10
END SUPPORT TYPE

Example: One end fixed, other end free Travel
rate of A
Inches 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 400 rpm.
mm 152 304 457 609 762 914 1056 1219 1371 1524 1676 1828 1981 2133 2286 2438 2590 2743 2895 3048
MAX. L
Both ends supported
Inches 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 170 180 190 200
B mm 254 508 762 1016 1270 1524 1778 2032 2286 2540 2794 3048 3302 3556 3810 4064 4318 4572 4826 5080
MAX. L
Inches 12 24 36 48 61 73 85 97 109 121 133 145 158 170 182 194 206 218 230 242
C
mm 304 609 914 1219 1549 1854 2159 2463 2768 3073 3378 3683 4013 4318 4622 4927 5232 5537 5842 6146
MAX. L
Both ends fixed
D Inches 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 119 134 149 164 179 194 209 224 239 254 269 284 298
mm 381 762 1143 1524 1905 2286 2667 3022 3403 3784 4165 4546 4927 5308 5689 6070 6451 6832 7213 7569
MAX. L
Unsupported length of 85 in. (2159mm).

All screws with curves which pass through or above and to the right of the plotted point are suitable for the example. The acceptable velocities
shown by this graph apply to the screw shaft selected and are not indicative of the velocities attainable of all of the associated ball nut
assemblies. Consult Thomson engineering for high speed applications.
†80% of critical speed
Compression Load vs. Length for Designated Ball Screws
N lb.
44,500,000 10,000,000
22,250,000 5,000,000
13,350,000 3,000,000
8,900,000 2,000,000
4,450,000 1,000,000
2,225,000 500,000
1,335,000 300,000
890,000 200,000
445,000 100,000
COMPRESSION LOAD
222,500 50,000
80
133,500 30,000
63
89,000 20,000
50
50x1 x20
0
44,500 10,000 4
40 0x5
40x1x20
0
32x5
22,250 5,000 32x312x32
0
25
13,350 3,000
8,900 2,000 20
4,450 1,000 16
14
13
12
2,225 500
10
1,335 300
8
890 200
6
5
4
445 100
END SUPPORT TYPE
Inches 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80 85
A LOAD mm
127 254 381 508 635 762 889 1016 1143 1270 1397 1524 1651 1778 1905 2032 2159
MAX. L
Both ends supported

Inches 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 170
B LOAD
mm 254 508 762 1016 1270 1524 1778 2032 2286 2540 2794 3048 3302 3556 3810 4064 4318
MAX. L
One end fixed,
other end supported
Inches 14 28 42 57 71 85 99 113 127 141 156 170 184 198 212 226 240
C LOAD
mm 356 711 1067 1448 1803 2159 2515 2870 3226 3581 3962 4318 4674 5029 5385 5740 6096
MAX. L
Both ends fixed
D LOAD Inches 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 220 240 260 280 300 320 340
mm 508 1016 1524 2032 2540 3048 3556 4064 4572 5080 5588 6096 6604 7112 7620 8128 8636
MAX. L
Example: Maximum system load is 30,000 lb. (133,500 N).

Length of 85 in. (2159mm).
All screws with curves which pass through or above and to the right of the plotted point are suitable for the example.
The suitable compression loads shown in this graph are not to exceed the maximum static load capacity as given in the rating table for the
individual ball nut assembly.
Engineering Guidelines for Ball Splines

Selection Procedures Design Formulas
Applications Analysis — Follow this step-by-step procedure to
Life Ratings
determine the ball spline best suited for your application. It is
suggested you analyze the requirements of your application using a
3
work pad for easy reference. Cam
Maximum Static Load — Determine the maximum static torque L 10 in. = x 10 6
T
loads encountered in the application. This must include shock loads.
Using the table on page 116, note the ball spline sizes and race
combinations which have capacities in excess of the application Parameters:
requirements. T = d ynamic equivalent torque
Rated Load — In many ball spline applications, freedom of axial (A constant torque under the
movement is essential while actual travel is negligible. For example, influence of which a ball spline
a spline used on a jet engine accessory gear box drive moves assembly would have the same
less than 1/10 inch. This axial freedom is essential to eliminate life as it will attain under the
damaging stress forces to the engine and gear box housings, but actual applied torque condition.)
total daily travel may be less than 2 inches. Select the size and Cam = d ynamic load rating [lbs.]
race combination with a rated load that will meet your application (based on 1.0 million inches)
requirement from the table.
Life Expectancy — On occasion, it is important to plan for a specific
life expectancy. These applications usually are designed to use dr
the smallest practical ball spline at the maximum possible torque nc = Cs x 4.76 x 106 x nc = Critical Speed (rpm)
or where considerable translation occurs. For these applications, I2 ns = Safe Drive Speed
use the Life Expectancy chart on page 165. Contact Thomson if light ns = nc x S dr = Root Diameter (in.)
weight and small size are considerations. I = Length between Bearing
Supports (in.)
Determine the following:
• life expectancy — total inches of travel desired during the life of Cs = End Fixity Factor
the application
• application load — the normal operating load for the application in End Fixity Factor
inch-pounds (Newton-millimeters) of torque
End Supports Cs
Speed vs. Length — Determine the following:
• Speed — determine the maximum revolutions per minute (rpm) A One end fixed, one end free 0.36
MAX. L
required
• Maximum length — determine the maximum unsupported length B Both ends supported 1.00
MAX. L
• End fixity — determine the type of configuration (refer to the
Bearing Support reference drawings on page 146). Quick Mount C One end fixed, one end supported 1.47
bearing support blocks can be used on diameters 5/8 inch through MAX. L
2-1/2 inch. Using the example at the bottom of the Speed

vs. Length chart on page 161, plot the point for your specific D Both ends fixed 2.23
MAX. L
application.
Life Expectancy for Precision Ball Splines
N-mm lb.-in.
11,300,000 100,000
9,040,000 80,000 6.000-8-.500
6,780,000 60,000
4,520,000 40,000
4.062-6-.375
3,390,000 30,000
2.500-6-.375
2,260,000 20,000
2.000-6-.312
1,130,000 10,000
2.500-3-.375
904,000 8,000
678,000 6,000 2.000-3-.312 • 1.500-6-.250
452,000 4,000
339,000 3,000
OPERATING TORQUE
226,000 2,000
113,000 1,000
90,400 800
67,800 600
45,200 400
33,900 300
22,600 200
1.500-3-.250
11,300 100
9,040 80 1.000-6-.187
6,780 60
1.000-3-.187
4,520 40
3,390 30 .625-6-.187
2,260 20 .625-3-.187
.375-3-.156
1,130 10
.1
.2
.3
.4
.6
.8
1
8
10
20
30
40
60
80
100
200
300
400
600
800
1000
LIFE EXPECTANCY
(1 = 1,000,000 in.= 25,400,000 mm of Travel)
Example: Desired life of 2 million in.

(50.8 million mm).
Operating torque is 200 lb-in.
(22.6 N · mm)
All splines with curves which pass through or are above and to the right of the plotted point are suitable for the example.

Speed vs. Length for Precision Ball Splines
10,000
6.000-8-.500
5,000
4.062-6-.375
2.500-3-.375 • 2.500-6-.375
3,000
2.000-3-.312 • 2.000-6-.312
1.500-3-.250 • 1.500-6-.250
2,000
1,000
500
300
SPEED RPM
200
1.000-3-187 • 1.000-6-.187
.625-6-.187 • .625-3-.187
.375-3-.156
100
50
30
20
10
END SUPPORT TYPE
Inches 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 102
A mm 152 304 457 609 762 914 1056 1219 1371 1524 1676 1828 1981 2133 2286 2438 2590
MAX. L
Both ends supported
Inches 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 170
B mm 254 508 762 1016 1270 1524 1778 2032 2286 2743 2794 3048 3302 3556 3810 4064 4318
MAX. L
Inches 12 24 36 48 61 73 85 97 109 121 133 145 158 170 182 194 206
C
mm 304 609 914 1219 1549 1854 2159 2463 2768 3073 3378 3683 4013 4318 4622 4927 5232
MAX. L
Both ends fixed
D Inches 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 119 134 149 164 179 194 209 224 239 254
mm 381 762 1143 1524 1905 2286 2667 3022 3403 3784 4165 4546 4927 5308 5689 6070 6451
MAX. L
Example: Maximum shaft speed is 800 rpm.

Unsupported length is 60 in. (1524mm).
End fixity is both ends supported.
All splines with curves which pass through or are above and to the right of the plotted point are suitable for the example.
Installation
This section is organized so that the installer can follow step by STEP ONE: Mounting the Flange to the Ball Nut
step instructions to prepare and install a new ball screw assembly.
If flange is not used, proceed to STEP TWO.
Ball screw assemblies are offered in several variations, so all of
the installation steps may not be followed for a specific type. The Preparation of Ball Nut
Glossary of Terms will define any terms with which the user may not A ball nut flange is the recommended means of attaching a ball nut
be familiar. All product specifications and dimensions are found in to a load. A flange should be tightened firmly against the ball nut on
this catalog. its threads and secured by the method described below. Take care
not to grasp and damage the return tubes when tightening the flange.
Installation Can Be Completed in Six Easy Steps
Ball circulation will be impaired if the return tubes are damaged.
STEP ONE: Mounting the Flange to the Ball Nut
Flanges are provided loose from the factory unless otherwise
STEP TWO: Mount Front End of Wiper to the Screw (brush type
specified. The standard method to secure the flange to the ball
wipers only)
nut is shown in Method “A” (retain with pins). Smaller ball screw
STEP THREE: Install Ball Nut onto the Ball Screw
assemblies may be assembled using Method “B” (retain with set
STEP FOUR: Complete Installation of the Wiper Kit
screws). Flanges can be pinned at the factory upon request.
STEP FIVE: Lubricate the Ball Nut and Screw
STEP SIX: Install Ball Screw Assembly into Your Machine Flange Installation Method A
Ball screws are delivered to the user in one of four ways: Retain with pins (recommended)
1. Finished ends with assembled ball nut, ready to mount in a 1. Remove the ball nut from the transfer arbor. Catch and save the
machine. No further preparation is required. balls for reassembly.
2. Screw ends machined and ball nut supplied on an arbor ready for 2. Face shoulder on ball nut with lathe to achieve proper orientation.
transfer. 3. Thread the flange onto the ball nut until it contacts the ball nut
3. Screw cut and annealed ready for machining and ball nut supplied shoulder.
on an arbor ready for transfer. 4. Loosen the flange until the required machine bolts can be inserted
4. Hardened screw in bulk length with ball nut supplied on an arbor into the flange mounting holes without interfering with the ball
ready for transfer. return guides (see Figure 1).
Ball nuts are delivered without flanges attached and without 5. Drill two holes approximately 90° apart, as shown in Figure 1.
lubrication. Ball screw assemblies must not be run without proper Note: the pin circle diameter is also the V-thread pitch diameter.
lubrication. 6. Press two groove type pins to the bottom of the drilled holes.
7. Stake the pin holes to prevent the pins from disengaging.
8. Remove all chips from the ball nut, and clean it thoroughly to
remove potential contaminants.
9. Reassemble the flanged ball nut and components on the transfer
arbor or ball screw.
GROOVE TYPE PINS

BALL NUT V-THREAD
90°
BALL NUT SHOULDER
STAKE AFTER
INSERTING
BALL RETURN PINS
GUIDES
MAKE SURE MACHINE BOLT CLEARS PIN CIRCLE DIAMETER

BALL RETURN GUIDE AREA (V-THREAD PITCH DIAMETER)
Figure 1
Installation
Flange Installation Method B
RADIAL THREADED HOLE
Retain with set screws (optional for flanges with set screws) BALL NUT SHOULDER
1. Apply Loctite grade 271 (red in color) to the ball nut V-threads. (2) CUP POINT
BALL RETURN GUIDE SET SCREWS
2. Thread the flange onto the ball nut until it contacts the ball nut (APPLY LOCTITE)
shoulder.
3. Loosen the flange until the required machine bolts can be inserted BALL NUT
into the flange mounting holes without interfering with the ball V-THREADS
(APPLY LOCTITE)
return guides (see Figure 2).
4. Apply Loctite grade 271 (red in color) to the radial threaded hole in
the flange. MAKE SURE MACHINE BOLT CLEARS
BALL RETURN GUIDE AREA
5. Select a cup point set screw with a length of one half the
threaded hole depth. Install two set screws, tightening to the Figure 2
manufacturer’s recommended torque (see Figure 2).
Method B Dimensions
Reference Drill Pin
Pin Circle
V-Thread Ball
BCD Lead Diameter Diameter Depth Diameter Length
Diameter
.664-32 UNS 0.375 0.125 0.063
0.6875-24 UNEF 0.375 0.125 0.063
0.9375-16 UN 0.500 0.200 0.125
0.9375-16 UN 0.500 0.500 0.125
0.9375-16 UN 0.631 0.200 0.125
0.9375-16 UN 0.631 1.000 0.125 Use Method A — Retain with set screws
1.173-18 UNS 0.750 0.200 0.125
1.125-18 UNEF 0.750 0.200 0.125
1.250-18 UNEF 0.750 0.200 0.125
1.173-18 UNS 0.750 0.500 0.156
1.250-16 UN 0.750 0.500 0.156
1.375-16 UN 0.875 0.200 0.125 1.332 0.094 0.312 0.094 0.250
1.563-18 UNEF 1.000 0.250 0.156 1.527 0.125 0.438 0.125 0.375
1.563-18 UNEF 1.000 0.500 0.156 1.527 0.125 0.438 0.125 0.375
1.563-18 UNEF 1.000 1.000 0.156 1.527 0.125 0.438 0.125 0.375
1.625-20 UN 1.150 0.200 0.125 1.591 0.094 0.312 0.094 0.250
1.967-18 UNS 1.171 0.413 0.281 1.929 0.188 0.438 0.188 0.375
1.967-18 UNS 1.500 0.250 0.156 1.929 0.125 0.312 0.125 0.250
2.548-18 UNS 1.500 0.473 0.344 2.509 0.250 0.438 0.250 0.375
2.360-18 UNS 1.500 0.500 0.312 2.337 0.250 0.438 0.250 0.375
2.250-20 UN 1.500 1.000 0.344 2.215 0.250 0.562 0.250 0.500
2.250-20 UN 1.500 1.875 0.281 2.215 0.188 0.562 0.188 0.500
2.250-20 UN 1.500 2.000 0.281 2.215 0.188 0.562 0.188 0.500
3.000-12 UN 2.000 0.500 0.375 2.944 0.250 1.000 0.250 0.625
3.000-12 UN 2.000 1.000 0.375 2.944 0.250 1.000 0.250 0.625
3.137-12 UNS 2.250 0.500 0.375 3.080 0.250 1.000 0.250 0.625
3.137-12 UNS 2.250 1.000 0.375 3.080 0.250 1.000 0.250 0.625
3.340-12 UNS 2.500 0.250 0.156 3.283 0.125 0.750 0.125 0.500
3.625-12 UN 2.500 0.500 0.375 3.443 0.250 1.000 0.250 0.625
3.625-12 UN 2.500 1.000 0.375 3.443 0.250 1.000 0.250 0.625
4.325-12 UNS 3.000 0.660 0.500 4.267 0.250 1.188 0.250 0.750
4.325-12 UNS 3.000 1.500 0.500 4.267 0.250 1.188 0.250 0.750
5.497-12 UNS 4.000 1.000 0.625 5.439 0.375 1.250 0.375 0.750
Installation
STEP TWO: Mount Front End of Wiper to the Screw
If wiper is not included or integral to ball nut, then proceed to
STEP THREE.
Wipers
Wipers are available for most units as optional items. Precision inch
ball nuts typically do not include wipers but they may be added as an
option. Precision Plus inch ball nuts and all metric ball nuts include
wipers as standard. Wipers generally fall into two categories: one
style is internally mounted inside the extreme ends of the ball nut; the
other is a wiper and retainer kit combination mounted on the exterior
end of the ball nut. In some applications, one or the other may be
used or a combination of both. Visual inspection will reveal the style
used.
To obtain maximum service from a ball screw assembly, the ball Brush Wiper
nut should be protected from metal chips and dirt. Foreign material
entering the ball nut may be rolled into the ball race, causing high
localized loading, abrasion and spalling of the balls, resulting in
premature failure. The wiper helps prohibit contaminants from
entering the nut as it translates along the screw. These wipers are
effective in most industrial applications.
For wipers with flange retainer: 1) Select end of screw to install ball
nut (typically end with shortest journal length). 2) Orient ball nut with
flange facing desired direction. 3) Install wiper holder and wiper
for leading end of ball nut to ball screw. Then follow the ball nut
installation procedure, STEP THREE, page 220) Install wiper holder
onto trailing end of ball nut once the ball nut is installed on the ball
screw. Wiper with Flange Retainer Internal Snap Ring
Typical Methods of Attaching Wipers to V-Thread End
COUNTERBORED FLANGE STAMPED FLANGE COUNTERBORED THREADED WORK PIECE THREADED WORK PIECE
ADAPTER PLATE RETAINER PLATE WORK PIECE FOR FOR BALL NUT ATTACHMENT FOR BALL NUT ATTACHMENT
FLANGE ATTACHMENT WITH SNAP RING RETAINER
Wiper without Flange Retainer
Installation
STEP THREE: Install Ball Nut onto the Ball Screw Notes regarding installation of Preloaded Ball Nuts
(Applicable to Methods B and C):
Installing Ball Nut onto Ball Screw
Each ball nut is completely assembled and loaded with bearing balls Installing Preloaded Double Nut
before it leaves the factory. The balls are held in place by a shipping Preloaded Ball Screws (Double Nut Design)
arbor/mandrel. General Description: The two primary reasons for preloading ball
screws are to: eliminate backlash and obtain maximum system
CAUTION: If the arbor is removed without turning the nut onto the
stiffness.
screw, the bearing balls will fall out of the nut and will require
reloading. Preload for units having a compensating spring feature should
be established in excess of the normal operating load whenever
Method A: Install Ball Nut without Preload onto Ball Screw
possible. Further adjustment is not normally required during the life
Method B: Install Ball Nut with Preload onto Ball Screw Using Gap expectancy. Units of this type are used in many specific applications
Technique (required on part numbers listed in Table B) requiring special considerations.
Method C: Install Ball Nut with Preload onto Ball Screw Using Turn
Transferring Ball Nuts from Arbor
Technique (required on part numbers listed in Table C)
Double nut design ball nuts are supplied on arbors. Care must be
Method A: Install Ball Nut without Preload onto Ball Screw used not to lose any of the bearing balls, or trap balls between
To transfer the ball nut to the screw, proceed as follows: circuits when rotating the ball nut onto the screw.
1. Remove any ball nut retainer from the arbor. Hold the arbor firmly
end to end with the screw. Make certain the arbor end is centered Method B: Install Ball Nut with Preload onto Ball Screw
on the screw shaft end. (See Figure 3.) Using Gap Technique (required on part numbers listed in
Table B)
Use this procedure for assemblies having part numbers indicated in
Table B.
Preloading Double Nuts Using Gap Technique
Figure 3
Ball nuts are transferred from arbor without a preload. Before
2. Slide the ball nut down to the screw shaft and rotate to the thread preloading these ball nuts, oil the coupling threads, spring washers,
until you feel the balls drop into the screw thread. Then rotate with ball nut bearing surfaces and the ball grooves of the screw shaft.
the screw thread until the ball nut completely clears the end of the Be sure to keep the ball return tubes of the two ball nuts aligned (see
screw shaft adjacent to the arbor. (See Figure 4.) Figure 6). Also, make sure the coupling tangs line up with the slots in
the ball nut if they have become disengaged.
Position the ball nut midway on the screw shaft. Place retainers on
screw to prevent the ball nut from accidentally running off the screw
shaft. With the ball return tubes facing upwards, tighten the spanner
nut against the spring washer “finger tight”, plus 1/4 turn. Rotate the
screw shaft through several turns in both directions while holding
Figure 4
the ball nut with the ball return tubes on top. Continue to tighten the
3. Remove the arbor. (See Figure 5.) spanner nut with spanner or channel locks until the .003” (075mm)
average gap is obtained resulting in the preload as indicated by
the chart. Rotate the screw in both directions several times and
check for smoothness. Be sure the spring washer of the coupling is
centralized (not protruding in any direction). Use a plastic or brass
mallet, if necessary, to help seat the coupling system. Tap lightly.
Figure 5
Recheck torque and re-average gap as necessary.
To transfer the ball nut to the arbor, reverse these steps. Check the torque by rotating screw shaft with a torque wrench.
CAUTION: When end machining makes it impossible to bring the Secure the spanner nut with the set screw(s) provided.
arbor adjacent to the shaft ball grooves, wrap the machined portion
with tape to the nominal O.D. of the arbor. The tape will permit the SERRATED NUT SPRING WASHER
ball nut to slide over the machined area without the balls dropping
into machined irregularities in the shaft. BALL
RETURN
CAUTION: Extreme care must be taken to prevent the ball nut TUBES
from sliding off the end of the screw shaft during installation and
1 SERRATION .003" GAP
handling. Temporary stops can be made by wrapping tape around
the shaft ball grooves at each end. Be sure to remove the tape and
Figure 6
any residual adhesive after the ball screw assembly is properly
installed.
Installation
Table B. Preload Using Gap Technique Turn the front nut onto the screw as shown in Figure 10 Insert the
tanged sleeve into position against the front nut with preload springs
Ball Nut Preload Torque oriented as shown in Figure 8.
Ball Nut
Nominal Lbs (Newtons) In-Lbs (N-mm)
P/N
Size & Lead at .003” Gap at .003” Gap
FRONT NUT
.500 x .500 7826767 150 (667) 1.0 (113)
7820955 / 7820956
.631 x .200 150 (667) 1.0 (113)
7823584
.631 x 1.000 7827531 50 (222) 50 (222)
.750 x .500 7826991 220 (979) 1.5 (170)
.875 x .200 7823585/7833677 220 (979) 1.5 (170)
1.000 x .250 5704167 / 5704168 330 (1468) 2.0 (226)
Figure 8. Preload spring orientation.
1.000 x .250 7820428 330 (1468) 2.0 (226)
1.000 x .250 7820426 330 (1468) 2.0 (226) Insert the slots of the rear nut (lock nut end) into the tangs of the
1.000 x .250 7823586 330 (1468) 2.0 (226) preload sleeve and turn the rear nut onto the screw. Both nuts now
turn as an assembly with the tangs in full engagement to prevent the
1.000 x 1.000 7829720 330 (1468) 2.0 (226)
two nuts from rotating separately. The return tubes of the two nuts
5704270 / 7820206 should be in line with one another. The adjuster nut must be loose at
1.150 x .200 240 (1068) 1.5 (170)
7823587 this point, not compressing the belleville springs. (See Figure 9.)
5704271 / 7823588
1.500 x .250 920 (4092) 5.5 (622)
7833234 / 5704573 REAR NUT FRONT NUT
1.500 x 1.000 5700698 1550 (6894) 10.0 (1130)

1.500 x 1.875 5704272 1550 (6894) 10.0 (1130)
2.250 x .500 7823589 5000 (22240) 30.0 (3390)
2.500 x .250 7823590 1300 (5782) 10.0 (1130)
3.000 x .660 5703045 12400 (55155) 75.0 (8475)
Figure 9. Assembly of rear nut to preload spring.

Method C: Install Ball Nut with Preload onto Ball Screw
Using Turn Technique (required on part numbers listed in Hand turn the locknut until all freeplay is just removed. At this point,
Table C) further turning will begin compressing the preload springs and begin
Use this procedure for assemblies having part numbers indicated in to set the preload force.
Table C. Assembly
Preloading Double Nuts Using Turn Technique Transfer the front nut, with flange attached, onto the ball screw as
shown in Figure 10. The nut should be turned onto the screw only far
Turn the locknut onto the V-threads of the rear nut until it shoulders
enough to avoid loss of bearing balls upon removing the mandrel.
against the nut (Figure 7). Do not tighten the set screws yet.
REAR NUT
ROTATE
BALLNUT FRONT NUT
ON MANDREL
Figure 7. Assembly of locknut to rear nut.

Figure 10. Transfer of front nut to screw.
Installation
Method C (Continued) Setting the Preload
Bring the rear nut on its mandrel to position for turning onto the Amount of Preload
screw. (See Figure 11.)
Refer to Table C on page 223 for the Number of Circuits, after
freeplay is removed, required for the desired preload. The
approximate preload per rotation is also given for preloads between
recommended and maximum.
REAR NUT FRONT NUT Methods of Setting the Preload
1. Small ball screws with light loads may often be set by hand-
turning the adjuster nut to position while preventing rotation of the
ball nuts.
2. Ball screws of medium size often require a spanner wrench to turn
Figure 11. Positioning rear nut for mounting. the adjuster nut to position.
3. Large size units sometimes require a spanner wrench with a pipe
NOTE: Normally the rear nut for preloading is shipped fully assembled extension.
from the factory. If the spring package is not assembled to the rear Rotation of the ball nuts during preload setting can be prevented by
nut as shown in Figure 12, review Preload Components Assembly for securing the flange in a fixture or installing the ball screw in its end
assembly instructions. use application.
CAUTION: Clamping the O.D. of the ball nuts in a vise or similar
gripping system to prevent rotation during preload setting is
unacceptable due to damage that may be caused to the balls or
return tubes of the ball nut.
REAR NUT FRONT NUT After setting the preload to the desired preload force, tighten the set
screws into the adjuster nut to secure the preload setting.
Preload Components Assembly
Use in conjunction with Assembly instructions on page 221 if
Figure 12. Mounting rear nut. assembly of resilient preload components to rear nut is necessary.
Turn the locknut onto the V-threads of the rear nut until the spanner
wrench holes line up with the pin holes on the nut. (See Figure 14.)
Insert the tabs of the preload sleeve into the slots of the front nut
Do not tighten the set screws at this point.
and then turn the rear nut onto the screw. Both nuts now turn as an
assembly with the tangs in full engagement to prevent the two nuts LOCK NUT
from rotating separately. The return tubes of the two nuts should be
in line with one another. The adjuster nut must be loose at this point,
not compressing the belleville springs. (See Figure 13.)
REAR NUT
Figure 14. Assembly of locknut to rear nut.

Figure 13. Assembled preload ready for setting.
Turn the locknut until all freeplay is just removed. At this point further
turning will begin compressing the preload springs and set the
preload force.
Installation
Method C (Continued) TableBallC.Nut

Preload Using Turn Technique
Insert the sleeve into position with preload springs oriented as shown Ball Nut Preload
Nominal Turns
in Figure 15. Align the sleeve holes for insertion of the spring pins. P/N Lbs (Newtons)
Size & Lead
.375 x .125 8103-448-004 50 0.29
LOCK NUT
SPRINGS (3) .375 x .125 8103-448-005 50 0.29
.500 x .200 8105-448-008 120 0.24
SLEEVE
.500 x .500 8105-448-009 220 0.46
.500 x .500 8105-448-012 190 0.33
.631 x .200 8106-448-015 80 0.25
.631 x .200 8106-448-019 80 0.25
.750 x .500 8107-448-011 345 0.58
.750 x .200 8107-448-012 190 0.33
.750 x .200 8107-448-025 190 0.33
1.000 x 1.000 8110-448-015 225 0.43
1.000 x .500 8110-448-016 395 0.77
Figure 15. Assembly of sleeve and preload springs.
1.000 x .250 8110-448-017 335 0.64
1.000 x .250 8110-448-018 335 0.64
Press the pins to a depth just below the root of the V-threads in the
locknut to allow the locknut to turn freely (see Figure 16). The pins 1.150 x .200 8111-448-004 240 0.59
must not be inserted deeper, as they may interfere with the ball 1.500 x .500 8115-448-006 1290 0.65
screw grooves. 1.500 x .500 8115-448-007 1290 0.65
1.500 x 1.000 8115-448-011 825 0.49
PINS (3)* 1.500 x .250 8115-448-012 405 0.62
1.500 x .500 8115-448-029 1290 0.65
1.500 x 1.000 8115-448-032 825 0.49
1.500 X 2.000 8115-448-059 760 0.40
2.000 x .500 8120-448-006 1915 0.26
2.000 x .500 8120-448-007 1915 0.26
2.000 x 1.000 8120-448-019 2195 0.30
2.250 x .500 8122-448-003 1930 0.51
2.250 x .500 8122-448-008 1930 0.51
* THE PINS ARE INSERTED ONLY TO THE INSIDE 2.500 x 1.000 8125-448-004 2690 0.51
DIAMETER OF THE PRELOAD SLEEVE.
2.500 x .500 8125-448-006 2120 0.40
Figure 16. Inserting retainer pin. 2.500 x .500 8125-448-015 2120 0.40
3.000 x .660 8130-448-004 3800 0.34
3.000 x .660 8130-448-010 3800 0.34
STEP FOUR: Complete Installation of the Wiper Kit

If applicable, complete wiper kit installation.
Wiper with Flange Retainer
Wiper without Flange Retainer
COUNTERBORED FLANGE STAMPED FLANGE COUNTERBORED THREADED WORK PIECE THREADED WORK PIECE
ADAPTER PLATE RETAINER PLATE WORK PIECE FOR FOR BALL NUT ATTACHMENT FOR BALL NUT ATTACHMENT
FLANGE ATTACHMENT WITH SNAP RING RETAINER
Installation
STEP FIVE: Lubricate the Ball Nut and Screw Initial Lubrication
As with ball bearings, ball screws can be lubricated using either
Lubrication oils, greases or solid lubricants. Oils are recommended for systems
Ball screw components are coated with a light oil for shipping and which operate at high speeds, in aggressive environments, or in high
storage and must be properly lubricated upon assembly. ambient temperatures. Greases are recommended for ball screws
where an oil circulation lubrication system cannot be applied, or
areas where a lubricated-for-life situation is possible. Solid lubricants
are typically applied to adverse operating conditions where oils and
greases are not suitable.
Grease Lubrication Quantity
The nut can be filled to as much as 70% but no lower than 30% of its
free space, depending upon operating speed and nDm. Nuts which
are not fitted with wipers can be filled completely.
Grease Relubrication
In general, ball screws should be relubricated every 500,000
revolutions or every six months. Ball screws which operate above
70°C should be relubricated more often (1/2 the relubrication period
for every 15°C increment above 70°C). Use of synthetic lubricants
can increase the relubrication interval up to four times, depending on
formulation and operating conditions.
Relubrication quantities should equal 30% of the nut free space.
When possible, relubrication should be performed while the screw is
We recommend using TriGEL-450R or TriGEL-1800RC for lubricating operating.
ball screws every 500,000 to 1 million inches of travel or every six
Run-In
months. Other lubricants may be applicable but have not been
evaluated. In order to distribute the grease throughout the ball screw elements,
it is recommended that the screw be run two to ten times over its
The TriGEL grease can be applied directly to the screw threads
complete operating stroke. Run-in should be performed at initial
near the root of the ball track. Some ball nut sizes are available with
start-up and after every subsequent relubrication.
threaded lube holes for mounting lubrication fittings. For these ball
nuts, the TriGEL grease can be pumped directly into the nut. Please Grease Operating Life
refer to the catalog to verify which ball nuts have the threaded lube When relubricated with the proper frequency, ball screws should
holes. It is recommended to use these nuts in conjunction with a achieve their rated fatigue life. When no relubrication is possible,
wiper kit to contain the lubricant within the body of the nut. actual grease operating life will be affected by operating speed,
Ball screws may require lubrication more frequently than 500,000 inches running temperature, and the extent of environmental contamination.
depending on both environmental and operating conditions. If the Relubrication intervals can best be determined by experience.
lubricant appears to be dispersed before this point or has become Changes in grease consistency, grease color, operating torque
dry or crusted, the maintenance interval should be reduced. Before and operating temperature can indicate the need for lubrication
adding additional lubrication, wipe the screw clean, removing the old replenishment.
grease and any particular contamination seen on the screw.
Installation
STEP SIX: Install Ball Screw Assembly into Your Machine
Installation of Ball Screw Assembly
A ball nut flange is the recommended means of attaching a ball nut
to a load. The ball screw assembly should be mounted into a system
or machine as shown in the figures below. Axial loading of the nut
is optimal for performance and life and side loading installations or
applications should be avoided.
Typical ball screw installations are combined with linear slides to
provide support and guidance. Linear rails and ball screws must then
be aligned parallel to prevent binding, increased system torque and
a decrease in life. Typical installation practice consists of “floating”
the ball screw or the linear rail into alignment. To “float” a screw into
alignment, secure the linear rail into position and adjust the mounting
blocks or nut to minimize the error from parallel.
Nut Loading

F/2
F/2 F
F
Nut Mounting (Inch)

Tolerances:
Tolerances:
.0004 in A Precision Plus
.001 in/ft. A Precision Plus
.0008 in A Precision Rolled
.003 in/ft. A Precision Rolled
Nut Mounting (Metric)

(All units are mm)
Tolerances:
Tolerances:
.01mm/100mm A P3
.01mm A P3
.02mm A P5, T5, T7 .02mm/100mm A P5, T5, T7
Maintenance and Service

If proper attention is paid to ball bearing screw selection and Backlash
installation, virtually no maintenance will be required except for Secure the screw shaft rigidly in a table clamp or similar device.
routine lubrication. Make sure it cannot rotate. Push firmly on the ball nut, first in one
All Thomson ball screw assemblies are designed for maximum direction, then in the opposite direction. The axial movement of the
life and trouble-free operation when adequately serviced and ball nut is the backlash. This measurement can be taken with a dial
maintained. Ball screw disassembly should be attempted only after indicator. Make sure that neither member rotates while the readings
complying with the general inspection and maintenance instructions are taken.
outlined in this section. Be positive that the ball screw is at fault. Backlash with the following limits is considered acceptable:
Disassembly should be done only by persons familiar with ball
screw assembly principles. In any unusual circumstances, contact Ball Max. Permissible† Lash Max. Lash
Diameter (used unit) (new unit)
Thomson.
0 - 1/8” .008 .005
Troubleshooting 5/32” - 1/4” .014 .007
Misalignment is one of the most common problems. Evidence of
9/32” - 15/32” .025 .010
misalignment can generally be detected by one of the following
situations: 1/2” and up .050 .015
†V
alues based on wear resulting from foreign material contamination and/or lack of
• Squealing noise caused by the balls sliding in one or more of the lubrication.
circuits. If, after inspection, the screw shaft appears to be usable but
• Roughness in the form of vibrations or slightly erratic operation. has excessive backlash, proceed with further disassembly and
This can normally be detected by “feel” when placing your hand component inspection.
on the return circuits.
Disassembly
• Excessive heat at the ball nut. Any appreciable temperature General Instructions: Have a clean container, such as a tote tray
above the ambient of adjacent components should be considered or cardboard box, handy for each ball return circuit of the ball nut
excessive. assembly. A piece of clean cloth should be placed on the work table
Gouging or scoring marks on the ball contact area of the screw and gathered around the edge to form a pocket to retain the balls.
may be caused by trapped balls between the circuits, broken balls, Place the ball nut assembly over the cloth and remove the clamp.
broken pick-up fingers or deflectors, or foreign objects which may Where more than one guide is held in place by a single clamp,
have been digested by the ball nut. secure each remaining guide with a strip of tape around the diameter
When any of these conditions are encountered, examine the of the ball nut to prevent accidental guide removal before you are
installation and, if necessary, immediately take corrective action to ready for that circuit.
eliminate the cause and prevent further damage. Remove both halves of the guide simultaneously to prevent distortion
to either half. Catch all the balls from this circuit on the cloth by
General Inspection of the Screw Shaft rotating the screw or ball nut slowly. Place the removed components
Inspect the shaft ball grooves for signs of excessive wear, pitting, into a container. Identify the container, the guide, and the circuit
gouges, corrosion, or brinelling. Normally, where any of these of the ball nut so the components can be reassembled in the same
conditions exist on most Thomson Precision units, it may be more circuit from which they were removed. Repeat for each circuit.
economical and advisable to replace the screw shaft.
General Description
A Thomson ball screw is a force and motion transfer device FASTENER (SCREW OR NUT) BALL GROOVES (NUT)
belonging to the family of power transmission screws. It replaces GUIDE (SEE METHOD I & II) DEFLECTORS (SEE METHOD I)
sliding friction of the conventional power screw with the rolling BALL NUT ASSEMBLY BALLS WIPER
CLAMP WIPER RETAINER
friction of bearing balls. The balls circulate in hardened steel races (OPTIONAL)
formed by concave helical grooves in the screw and nut. All reactive
loads between the screw and nut are carried by the balls which SCREW
SHAFT
provide the only physical contact between these members.
As the screw and the nut rotate relative to each other, the balls are RETAINER
(SHIPPING) BALL GROOVES
diverted from one end and carried by ball guides to the opposite end (SHAFT)
of the nut. This recirculation permits unrestricted travel of the nut in
relation to the screw.
Method I: Ball nuts using a deflector return system are identified by DEFLECTOR METHOD I METHOD II
threaded deflector studs extending through holes in the nut and the GUIDE
guide clamp. Lock nuts on the deflector studs are used to secure the GUIDE
clamps that hold the guides in place.

Method II: Ball nuts with pick-up fingers are identified by the finger
projections integral with the guide. In this method, capscrew GUIDE GUIDE
(NO PICK-UP FINGERS) (WITH PICK-UP FINGERS)
fasteners are used to fasten the clamp that holds the guide in place.
Pick-up Finger Method: Refer to the Component Inspection section.
Figure 17
Deflector Method: To remove the deflectors from the ball nut
assembly, remove the ball nut from the screw shaft. The ball nut
must be rotated since the deflectors engage loosely in the screw ball
grooves and act as a thread. The deflectors now can be removed
from the opposite ends of the ball nut so that you can use them for
reference during component inspection.

Component Inspection and Replacement Reassembly
Balls: If there is more than one circuit in the ball nut, count the balls Cleaning: Clean all components with a commercial solvent and dry
in each of the separate containers to be sure each has the same thoroughly before reassembly.
number (within a variation of three balls). Check random samples Deflector Method: Where the ball nut is equipped with deflectors,
(about 1/4 of the balls for a circuit) for the following: install these and secure temporarily by running the lock nuts down
• True roundness, with a .0001 in. maximum variation. the studs and tightening.
• Signs of scuffing or fish scaling. General Instructions: Position the ball nut on the screw shaft. Ball nuts
• More than .0001 in. diameter variation between balls of the same with deflectors have to be screwed on. Other ball nuts will slide on.
circuit.
Using dowels with an O.D. approximately equal to the diameter of the
Where the random sampling shows balls out of round, signs of balls, center the ball nut grooves with the shaft grooves by inserting
scuffing or variation of diameter in excess of .0001 in., or short count dowels into each of the ball nut return circuit holes.
in any circuit, all balls in the unit must be replaced with a complete
Remove the second dowel from one end. With the ball return holes
set of new balls. Ball kits are available from Thomson.
up, fill the circuit with balls from the container corresponding to that
To ensure proper operation and long life of the serviced assembly, circuit. Turning the screw in the ball nut will help to feed the balls
it is imperative that the diameters of all the replacement balls do not into the groove. When the circuit is full, the balls will begin to lift the
vary in excess of .00005 in. If Thomson kits are not used for service, end dowel from its position. To be sure there are no voids, lightly tap
make sure the balls meet the above specification. (Note: Use only the top bearing ball and see if the end dowel moves.
chrome alloy steel balls, Grade 25 or better. Carburized balls or
The remaining ball in the container should fit into one of the halves of
carbon steel balls will not provide adequate life.) See Ball Chart
the return guide with space for about three to six left.
table.
Note: There must be some free space in the ball circuit so the balls
Deflectors: Examine the ends of the deflectors for wear or brinelling.
will roll and not skid. Do not try to add extra balls into the circuit.
Wear can be determined by comparison with the unused ends of the
two outside deflectors. Since these ends have not been subjected Place a dab of bearing grease at each end of the half return guide to
to wear from balls, they are in a like-new condition. Where wear or hold the balls in place. Now, take the other half of the return guide
brinelling is evident, it is best to replace the deflectors with new ones. and place it over the half guide you have filled with balls and insert
two ends of the ball guide into the respective hole in the ball nut.
Pick-up Fingers: Inspect the pick-up fingers, which consist of short
Seat by tapping gently with a rawhide or plastic mallet.
extensions at the end of the guides. Replace with new guides if a ball
brinell impression appears on the tip. Remove any burrs on the fingers. Note: Where more than one ball circuit must be filled in the ball
If the guides were distorted during removal, replace with new guides. nut, tape the ball return circuit to the ball nut to prevent accidental
removal. Repeat the filling procedure for the remaining circuits.
Ball Nut: Inspect the internal threads of the ball nut for signs of
excessive wear, pitting, gouges, corrosion, spalling, or brinelling in With all ball circuits filled and all return guides in place, secure the
the ball groove area. On large ball nuts, running the tip of your finger return guides with the retaining clamp.
along the groove which is accessible will enable you to detect a CAUTION: Care should be taken to ensure that balls are not
secondary ridge in the ball groove area when wear is excessive or accidentally trapped between circuits in units having pick-up fingers.
brinelling has occurred. (The extended lead of a mechanical pencil In deflector units, the deflectors will fill this space.
can also be used as a groove probe.) If inspection indicates any of Inspection: Wrap tape around the ball grooves at the ends of the
these flaws, the ball nut assembly should be replaced. screw shaft to prevent the ball nut from rolling off. Now inspect the
Wipers: Prolonged use and environmental conditions will generally assembly for free movement of the ball nut along the entire stroke.
determine the condition of wipers. After cleaning wipers, reassemble There should be no binding, squeal, or roughness at any point.
over the screw shaft to determine whether a snug fit is maintained Reducing Backlash: Backlash can be reduced by replacing all the
over the complete contour of the screw shaft. Any loose fitting balls with a larger size. If the diameters of the bearing balls are
or worn wipers should be replaced. Wiper kits are available for increased by .001 in., backlash is decreased by .003 in. (Ball kits are
Thomson ball screws. available for these applications.)
Note: If the assemblies have had extended use, it is recommended
that all low cost items be replaced with new parts (i.e., balls, guides,
deflectors, clamps). These can be ordered by simply referring to the
assembly part number purchased.
Ball Chart (Grade 25 or Better)
Size Part Nominal Number Size Part Nominal Number
(Inches) Number Diameter (Inch) of Balls (Inches) Number Diameter (Inch) of Balls
0.375 x 0.125 8103-448-003 0.078 108 1.150 x 0.200 8111-448-006 0.125 252
0.375 x 0.125 8103-448-013 0.078 108 1.150 x 0.200 8111-448-004 0.125 504
0.375 x 0.125 8103-448-017 0.078 49 1.171 x 0.413 8111-448-015 0.281 60
0.375 x 0.125 8103-448-018 0.078 49 1.500 x 0.250 8111-448-083 0.156 260
0.500 x 0.200 8105-448-023 0.125 46 1.500 x 0.250 8111-448-020 0.156 260
0.500 x 0.200 8105-448-013 0.125 96 1.500 x 0.250 8111-448-012 0.156 560
0.500 x 0.200 8105-448-008 0.125 192 1.500 x 0.473 8111-448-081 0.344 86
0.500 x 0.500 8105-448-014 0.125 108 1.500 x 0.500 8115-448-016 0.312 140
0.500 x 0.500 8105-448-011 0.125 146 1.500 x 0.500 8115-448-018 0.312 140
0.500 x 0.500 8105-448-016 0.125 146 1.500 x 0.500 8115-448-006 0.312 280
0.631 x 0.200 8106-448-022 0.125 68 1.500 x 1.000 8115-448-014 0.344 68
0.631 x 0.200 8106-448-026 0.125 68 1.500 x 1.000 8115-448-080 0.344 60
0.631 x 0.200 8106-448-045 0.125 67 1.500 x 1.000 8115-448-011 0.344 136
0.631 x 0.200 8106-448-009 0.125 70 1.500 x 1.000 8115-448-049 0.344 68
0.631 x 0.200 8106-448-008 0.125 70 1.500 x 1.875 8115-448-082 0.281 83
0.631 x 0.200 8106-448-015 0.125 140 1.500 x 1.875 8115-448-087 0.281 168
0.631 x 0.200 8106-448-019 0.125 140 1.500 x 2.000 8115-448-056 0.281 96
0.631 x 0.200 8106-448-012 0.125 140 1.500 x 2.000 8115-448-057 0.281 96
0.631 x 0.200 8106-448-036 0.125 136 2.000 x 0.500 8120-448-011 0.375 150
0.631 x 0.200 8106-448-036 0.125 136 2.000 x 0.500 8120-448-013 0.375 150
0.631 x 10.000 8106-448-037 0.125 74 2.000 x 0.500 8120-448-006 0.375 300
0.631 x 10.000 8106-448-041 0.125 46 2.000 x 0.500 8120-448-007 0.375 300
0.631 x 10.000 8106-448-042 0.125 92 2.000 x 1.000 8120-448-021 0.375 160
0.750 x 0.200 8107-448-018 0.125 86 2.000 x 1.000 8120-448-019 0.375 320
0.750 x 0.200 8107-448-026 0.125 86 2.250 x 0.500 8122-448-005 0.374 170
0.750 x 0.200 8107-448-047 0.125 86 2.250 x 0.500 8122-448-007 0.374 154
0.750 x 0.200 8107-448-016 0.125 86 2.500 x 1.000 8122-448-006 0.375 164
0.750 x 0.200 8107-448-027 0.125 172 2.500 x 0.250 8125-448-021 0.156 468
0.750 x 0.200 8107-448-046 0.125 172 2.500 x 0.500 8125-448-010 0.375 184
0.750 x 0.200 8107-448-025 0.125 172 2.500 x 1.000 8125-448-008 0.375 194
0.750 x 0.500 8107-448-014 0.156 152 3.000 x 0.660 8130-448-007 0.500 186
0.750 x 0.500 8107-448-020 0.156 152 3.000 x 1.500 8130-448-018 0.625 186
0.750 x 0.500 8107-448-049 0.156 152 4.000 x 1.000 8140-448-001 0.623 186
0.750 x 0.500 8107-448-048 0.156 152 .625 x 3 5707445 / 7828128 0.187 60
0.750 x 0.500 8107-448-011 0.156 304 .625 x 6 5708943 / 7828129 0.187 120
0.875 x 0.200 8109-448-001 0.125 184 1.000 x 3 5707472 / 7828130 0.187 78
0.875 x 0.200 8109-448-003 0.125 168 1.000 x 6 5708944 / 7828131 0.187 156
1.000 x 0.250 8110-448-091 0.156 86 1.500 x 3 5707528 / 7828132 0.250 84
1.000 x 0.250 8110-448-055 0.156 86 1.500 x 6 5708945 / 7828133 0.250 168
1.000 x 0.250 8110-448-032 0.156 89 2.000 x 3 5707530 / 7828134 0.312 72
1.000 x 0.250 8110-448-030 0.156 89 2.000 x 6 5708946 / 7828135 0.312 144
1.000 x 0.250 8110-448-056 0.156 171 2.500 x 3 5707532 / 7828136 0.375 66
1.000 x 0.250 8110-448-026 0.156 182 2.500 x 6 5708947 / 7828137 0.375 132
1.000 x 0.250 8110-448-024 0.156 182 4.062 x 6 5708330 / 7828138 0.375 180
1.000 x 0.250 8110-448-087 0.156 182
1.000 x 0.250 8110-448-088 0.156 182
1.000 x 0.250 8110-448-017 0.156 182
1.000 x 0.250 8110-448-100 0.156 86
1.000 x 0.500 8110-448-022 0.156 196
1.000 x 0.500 8110-448-016 0.156 392
1.000 x 1.000 8110-448-086 0.156 100
1.000 x 1.000 8110-448-020 0.156 107
1.000 x 1.000 8110-448-034 0.156 107
Size Part Nominal Number Size Part Nominal Number

(mm) Number Diameter (mm) of Balls (mm) Number Diameter (mm) of Balls
16 x 5 KGF-D-1605-RH-KK 3.500 42 16 x 5 KGF-N-1605-RH-EE 3.500 45
40 x 20 KGF-D-4020-RH-KK 5.556 156 80 x 10 KGF-D-8010-RH-EE 7.144 175
40 x 40 KGF-D-4040-RH-KK 7.144 96 12 x 10 KGM-D-1210-RH-EE 2.000 63
16 x 5 KGF-L-1605-RH-E-KK 3.500 56 25 x 20 KGM-D-2520-RH-EE 3.500 80
16 x 5 7106-448-061 3.500 45 63 x 20 KGM-D-6320-RH-EE 7.140 96
16 x 10 7106-448-062 3.000 102 12 x 5 KGM-N-1205-RH-OO 2.000 60
20 x 5 7107-448-063 3.500 48 20 x 5 KGM-N-2005-RH-EE 3.500 48
25 x 5 7110-448-064 3.500 63 20 x 20 KGM-N-2020-RH-EE 3.500 100
25 x 10 7110-448-065 3.500 75 20 x 50 KGM-N-2050-RH-EE 3.500 140
25 x 20 7110-448-066 3.500 80 25 x 5 KGM-N-2505-RH-EE 3.500 63
25 x 25 7110-448-067 3.500 130 32 x 5 KGM-N-3205-RH-EE 3.500 140
25 x 50 7110-448-068 3.500 130 32 x 10 KGM-N-3210-RH-EE 7.140 42
32 x 5 7112-448-069 3.500 140 32 x 20 KGM-N-3220-RH-EE 5.000 84
32 x 10 7112-448-070 7.140 42 32 x 40 KGM-N-3240-RH-EE 3.500 168
32 x 20 7112-448-071 5.000 84 40 x 5 KGM-N-4005-RH-EE 3.500 180
32 x 32 7112-448-072 3.969 124 50 x 10 KGM-N-5010-RH-EE 7.140 115
40 x 5 7115-448-073 3.500 180 50 x 20 KGM-N-5020-RH-EE 7.140 100
40 x 10 7115-448-074 7.140 54 63 x 10 KGM-D-6310-RH-EE 7.144 140
40 x 20 7115-448-075 5.000 104 80 x 10 KGM-D-8010-RH-EE 7.144 175
40 x 40 7115-448-076 3.500 360 12 x 4 KGM-G-1204-RH-00 1.984 57
50 x 10 7120-448-077 7.140 115 16 x 5 KGF-D-1605-RH-KK 3.500 56
50 x 20 7120-448-078 7.140 100 20 x 5 KGM-G-2005-RH-KK 3.500 72
63 x 10 7125-448-001 7.144 140 25 x 5 KGM-G-2505-RH-KK 3.500 110
63 x 20 7125-448-002 7.140 96 25 x 10 KGM-G-2510-RH-KK 3.500 55
32 x 5 KGM-G-3205-RH-KK 3.500 145
32 x 10 KGM-G-3210-RH-KK 5.556 72
40 x 5 KGM-G-4005-RH-KK 3.500 180
40 x 10 KGM-G-4010-RH-KK 7.144 90
40 x 20 KGM-G-4020-RH-KK 5.556 80
50 x 10 KGM-G-5010-RH-KK 7.144 132
63 x 10 KGM-G-6310-RH-KK 7.144 168
80 x 10 KGM-G-8010-RH-KK 7.144 210
Inspection and Existing Preload Check: Whenever possible, the
complete ball screw assembly should be removed from the machine
prior to a thorough inspection. Preliminary screw inspection can be LEVER ARM (in.)
FORCE
made while the unit is still in the machine. Preload can be determined LEVER ARM MEASUREMENT (lb.)
by measuring movement of the nut in respect to the screw shaft. 90°
Clamp an indicator to the screw shaft with its probe resting on
the face of the nut. Apply a load to the machine carriage in both
directions. Be sure that the screw cannot rotate or move axially. Any
measurable backlash between the ball nut and screw is an indication
that preload does not exist. (See Figure 18.)
If no backlash exists, proceed further as outlined to determine
whether proper preload remains in the unit. Existing preload, Wp, can
be determined by measuring torque, Tp, using the following formula:
BALL NUT
Wp = Tp
SCREW
.007 FLANGE
where: Wp = Preload force, in lb.
Tp = Torque, in lb-in. (due to preload only)
Note: The above check is to determine preload only, and does not LEVER ARM (in.)
take into account torque due to seal drag or operating load.
Torque can be measured by means of a spring scale mounted to
any projection on the ball nut or by means of a lever or rod secured
to the ball nut. In taking this measurement, be sure the exact lever
arm distance is measured. (See Figure 18.) This measurement (inch) SCREW
multiplied by the scale reading (lb.) equals Tp (torque lb-in.). Existing BALL NUT
preload can now be determined using the above formula. FORCE MEASUREMENT (lb.)
Preload adjustment of a Precision ball screw (Figure 18) requires

no disassembly. Possible removal of the ball nut from the machine
housing may be necessary to expose the adjusting nut. Figure 18
Disassembly: If in doubt about disassembly of preloaded ball

nuts, contact Thomson Application Engineering. If the unit is to be For all other standard units in Figure 18, a shim increase of .001 inch
disassembled for general repair, follow the steps previously outlined will, as a general rule, increase preload by 500 to 1,000 lb. This varies
in this section. depending upon screw size; therefore, some judgement and trial and
error may be necessary before the desired preload is achieved.
If being disassembled for preload adjustment, follow the guidelines
except remove only one-half of the ball nut assembly to an arbor. If Preload force, Wp, can be determined by measuring torque, Tp, after
a standard arbor is not available, one can be made from a piece of the desired preload has been established using the following formula:
shafting or tubing with a diameter approximately .005 inch less than Tp = .007 x Wp
the root diameter of the ball grooves in the screw shaft. Both halves where: Tp = torque, lb-in. (due to preload only)
of the ball nut will come apart as soon as the last ball in the nut is Wp = preload force, lb.
free of the grooves in the screw shaft. It is not necessary to remove
This section is intended to provide basic necessary information to
the other half from the screw.
properly service and maintain Thomson ball screws. Other forms
Preload Adjustment: The adjusting nut unit in Figure 18 can be of preloaded units may be encountered which have been designed
adjusted to the desired preload with the use of additional shims. for particular applications. Please contact Thomson Application
To make further adjustment, loosen the set screw lock located on Engineering for other specific information.
the periphery of the lock nut. Use a spanner wrench to rotate the
adjusting nut to the desired setting. Recheck the preload.
Lubrication
Guidelines
Ball screws must be lubricated to operate properly and achieve the
rated life. We recommend using TriGEL-450R or TriGEL-1800RC for
lubricating ball screws. Other oils and greases may be applicable but
have not been evaluated.
The TriGEL® grease can be applied directly to the screw threads
near the root of the ball track. Some ball nut sizes are available
with threaded lube holes for mounting lubrication fittings. For these
ball nuts, the TriGEL grease can be pumped directly into the nut.
Please refer to the catalog detail views to verify which ball nuts
have the threaded lube holes. It is recommended to use these nuts
in conjunction with a wiper kit to contain the lubricant in the body of
the nut.
Lubrication
Inspection Prior to Lubrication: All ball screw assemblies should run applications, a good 10W30 oil periodically wiped on the screw shaft
smoothly throughout the entire stroke. If the torque is not uniform with a damp cloth or applied by a drip or mist lubricator will suffice.
over the entire stroke: CAUTION: Where the screw is unprotected from airborne dirt, dust,
• Visually inspect the screw shaft for accumulations of foreign matter. etc., do not leave a heavy film of lubricant on the screw. Keep the
• Using cleaning fluid or solvent, remove dirt from the ball grooves. screw shaft barely damp with lubricant. Inspect at regular intervals
Be sure to flush the ball nut assembly thoroughly. to be certain lubricating film is present. Where the application
• Cycle the ball nut along the screw shaft several times. Wipe with a requires operation at temperatures below 0° F, an instrument grade
dry, lintless cloth and lubricate immediately. oil is recommended. Operating environments from 0° F to 180° F will
• If the assembly continues to operate erratically after cleaning, require a good grade 10W30 oil. For assemblies with balls larger than
contact Thomson for further instructions. 3/8 in. diameter, MIL G 3278 grease is recommended. Bearing grease
Lubrication: The operating environment primarily determines the is recommended for operating environments at nominally higher
frequency and type of lubrication required by ball screws. The screw temperatures. Again, in unprotected conditions, the lubricant is best
shaft should be inspected frequently and lubricated as required by the applied with a lubricant-dampened cloth, taking care not to leave an
environmental conditions present. Lubricants can vary from instrument excessive film thickness on the screw. Ball screws should never be
grade oil for dirty and heavy-dust environments to a good grade run dry.
ball bearing grease for protected or clean environments. For most
Lubrication Selection Chart for Ball & Lead Screw Assemblies

Thomson Gel Type TriGel-300S TriGel-450R TriGel-600SM TriGel-1200SC TriGel-1800RC
Application Acme Screws Ball Screws, Linear Bronze Nuts Acme Plastic Nuts, Ball Screws, Linear
Supernuts, Plastic Nuts Bearings Clean Room, High Bearings, Bronze Nuts,
Vacuum Clean Room, Vacuum
Maximum Temperature* 200°C (392°F) 125°C (257°F) 125°C (257°F) 250°C (482°F) 125°C (257°F)
Mechanism Materials Plastic on Plastic or Metal on Metal Metal on Metal Plastic or Metals, Metal on Metal
Metal Bronze on Steel Combination
Mechanical Load Light Moderate Moderate to Heavy Light to Moderate Moderate
Very Low Torque Variation Yes — — Yes —
over Temperature
Very Low Starting Torque Yes Yes — Yes Yes
Compatibility with Not recommended w/o Not recommended w/o Not recommended w/o Usually OK Not recommended w/o
Reactive Chemicals OEM testing OEM testing OEM testing OEM testing
Compatibility with Plastics May cause silicon May cause EPDM seals May cause EPDM seals Usually OK May cause EPDM seals
and Elastomers rubber seals to swell to swell to swell to swell
Clean Room Use Not recommended Not recommended Not recommended Usually OK Usually OK
High Vacuum Use Not recommended Not recommended Not recommended Usually OK Usually OK
Vapor Pressure (25°C) Varies with lot Varies with lot Varies with lot 8x10-9 torr 4x10-9 torr
Order Number
10cc Syringe TriGel-300S TriGel-450R NA TriGel-1200SC TriGel-1800RC
1 Pound Tube TriGel-300S-1 TriGel-450R-1 NA NA NA
4oz Tube NA NA TriGel-600SM NA NA
* Maximum temperature for continuous exposure. Higher surge temperatures may be permissible but should be validated in the actual end use by the OEM.
Low temperature limits are -15°C or lower. Consult Thomson for specifics.
Glossary/Formulas
Accuracy Compression Load Dynamic Load Rating
A measurement of precision. Perfect Compression load is a load which would tend Dynamic load rating is the maximum load
accuracy, for example, means advancing a to compress or buckle the ball screw shaft. which a ball bearing screw assembly can
ball nut 1 in. from any point on a screw will maintain for 1.0 million inches of travel (Inch
always require the exact same number of Conformity Ratio Series) or 1.0 million revolutions (Metric
revolutions. Ratio of the ball track radius to the ball Series).
diameter.
Annealed Ends Efficiency
A manufacturing process which removes Contact Angle Expressed as a percentage, the ability of
brittleness while softening screw stock to Nominal angle between a plane a ball screw assembly to convert torque
allow for machining of end journals. perpendicular to the screw and a line drawn to thrust with minimal mechanical loss.
between a ball and the ball tracks and Thomson ball screws operate at over 90%
Arbor or Mandrel projected on a plane passing through the efficiency.
Temporary shaft used to support ball nut screw axis and the center of the ball. The
during shipping assembly/disassembly. angle at which the ball contacts the groove. End Bearing Support (End Fixity)
The three basic bearing configurations that
Axial Lash/Backlash Column Load are commonly used to support the ends of a
The axial free motion between the ball nut Column loading is the compression load ball screw are.
and ball screw; a measure of system stiffness on the screw. This load has a tendency to
and repeatability. buckle the screw and is dependent on screw a) A single journal or ball type bearing
diameter, screw length and type of mounting. (simple support).
Backdrive b) A pair of back-to-back, angular contact
Application of a force on a ball nut to cause Critical Speed bearings to control end play (simple
rotation of the screw shaft; in essence, The condition where the rotary speed of the support).
converting linear to rotary motion. assembly sets up harmonic vibrations. These
c) A pair of spaced bearings for added
vibrations are the result of shaft diameter,
Ball Bearing Spline rigidity (rigid support)
unsupported length, type of bearing support,
A linear motion device using the rolling ball nut mounting method, or the shaft or ball Four combinations of bearing supports are
contact principle. In a spline, the path of the nut rpm. Vibrations may also be caused by a used throughout this catalog for selection
bearings is parallel to the shaft to allow axial bent screw or faulty installation alignment. purposes.
freedom and to provide torque transmitting
capacity. Cycle Flange
The complete forward and reverse motion A metal mounting plate attached to a ball nut.
Ball Circle Diameter of the screw (or nut) when moving the load.
The distance between the centerlines of two Gothic (or Ogival) Groove
One cycle is equivalent to two load carrying
exactly opposing recirculating balls when A ball track cross-section shaped like a
strokes (one forward and one backward).
they are in contact with the screw. The basic Gothic arch.
point of reference used by Thomson when Diameter — Major Journal
dealing with ball screws. The outside diameter of the ball bearing
1. A machined cylindrical surface.
screw shaft. In dealing with ball bearing
Ball Nut screws, this is the basic measurement. 2. End journals are machined ends of ball
A nut compatible with a ball screw. The nut bearing screws which allow for bearing
contains a series of bearing balls which are Diameter — Minor (Root) mounting.
carried from one end of the nut to the other Diameter of the screw measured at the
by a return tube. bottom of the ball track. Land Area
The area on the outside diameter of a ball
Ball Screw Diameter — Pitch bearing screw between ball grooves.
A ball bearing screw is a screw that runs on The nominal diameter of a theoretical
bearing balls. The primary function of a ball cylinder passing through the centers of the Lead
bearing screw is to convert rotary motion to balls when they are in contact with the ball The axial distance a screw travels during one
linear motion or torque to thrust. bearing screw and ball nut tracks. revolution.
Bearing Ball Circuit Driving Torque Lead Error

The closed path of recirculating balls within The amount of effort, measured in pound- The amount of positional error per foot (Inch
the ball nut assembly. A multiple circuits inches, required to turn the ball screw and Series) or per 300mm (Metric Series) that is
has a greater load carrying capability than a move the load. inherent in linear motion on ball screws.
single circuit ball nut assembly of the same.
Glossary/Formulas
Lead Tolerance Preload Straightness
The maximum variation from nominal, The use of one group of bearing balls set in The linearity of a screw shaft. Precision
measured in inches per foot, cumulative. opposition to another to remove axial lash screw stock is .010 in/ft. with .040 inch max.
or backlash and increase ball bearing screw Precision Plus stock is typically .003 inch
Left (Right) Hand Threads stiffness. All axial backlash is eliminated in over the entire length of the screw.
The direction of threads on a shaft or in a preloading.
nut. Left hand means that the nut will move Stroke
away if rotated counterclockwise. Right hand Protective Coatings The maximum length of extension of a ball
means the nut will move away if rotated Standard outer races are supplied with nut on the screw shaft.
clockwise. a black oxide coating. Inner races are
furnished with a phosphate coating. Contact Temperature (operating)
Linear Expansion Application Engineering for additional With suitable lubricants, ball splines and
Ball screw and spline inner races have a options. ball screws will operate with a minimum
coefficient of linear expansion of 0.0000065 loss of efficiency between temperatures
for each degree of change (F) and for each Repeatability of -65° to +300°F (-53° to +149°C). Contact
inch of race length. A measure of constancy that is directly our application engineers for assistance in
related to axial backlash. Higher backlash applications with extreme temperatures.
Load Carrying Balls equates to lower repeatability and may
The balls in contact with the ball grooves of be corrected by preloading the ball nut if Tension Load
both the nut and the screw for load carrying required. Tension load is a load which would tend to
purposes. stretch the ball screw shaft.
Root Diameter
Load/Life Rating The diameter of the screw shaft as measured Thrust Load
The usable life of a ball bearing screw at the bottom of the ball track. Thrust load is loading parallel to and
assembly measured in inches of travel under concentric with the centerline of the screw
a specific load. The length of travel that 90 Screw Diameter (land diameter) shaft which acts continuously in one
percent of a group of ball bearing screws The outside diameter of the screw shaft. direction. Thrust loading is the proper method
will complete, or exceed, before the first of attaching the load to the ball bearing
evidence of fatigue develops. Screw Starts screw assembly.
The integral number of independent threads
Lubrication on the screw shaft; typically one, two, or four. Travel and Travel Rate
To provide the maximum useful life, ball The distance a ball nut moves relative to
splines and ball screws require lubrication. Side Load (radial) the screw shaft. Travel rate is the distance
In general, standard ball bearing lubrication A load from the side that will reduce the traveled in a specific time period.
practices are acceptable. rated life and must be considered in the
selection of the ball bearing screw.
Off Center Load (Eccentric)
A load tending to cock the ball nut on the Spring Rate
screw, reducing the rated life. This must be A ratio of load versus deflection of a
considered in the selection of the ball screw component or of a total system. System
assembly. stiffness will always be less than its most
compliant member. Thus, in any system
Operating Loads where a ball screw is used and where
The normal operating force in pounds (lb.) high system stiffness is a primary design
or Newtons (N) which the ball spline or ball requirement, Thomson should be contacted
screw will experience is considered the for recommendations based on the specifics
operating load. Contact us for assistance of the application.
in applications subject to widely fluctuating
loads or to optimize design. Static Load
Static load is the maximum non-operating
load capacity above which brinelling of the
ball track occurs.
Glossary/Formulas
Some Useful Formulas for Ball Screw Assemblies
Torque, Rotary to Linear

Rotating the screw to translate the nut, or rotating the nut to translate the screw.
Ball Screw Assemblies Lead Screw Assemblies

Torque = .177 x Load x Lead Torque = Load (lbs) x Lead (inches)
(in lbs) (lbs) (inches) (in lbs) 2p x efficiency*
* Acme screw efficiency is variable with the helix angle of the threads, the friction of the material and the finish. See the efficiency formula below.
Torque, Linear to Rotary

Translating the screw to rotate the nut, or translating the nut to rotate the screw.

Torque = .143 x Load x Lead Torque = Load x Lead x Efficiency
(in lbs) (lbs) (inches) (in lbs) 2p
The higher the lead of the screw the less effort required to backdrive either the screw or the nut.
As a rule, the lead of the screw should be more than 1/3 the diameter of the screw to satisfactorily backdrive.
Efficiency
Most ball screw assemblies are better than 90% efficient. % Efficiency = tan (helix angle) x 100
tan (helix angle + arctan f)
f = coefficient of friction
Horsepower
Torque to Horsepower Horsepower to Torque

hp = Torque (in lbs) x rpm Torque = 63,000 x hp
63,000 rpm
Column Load Strength* Critical Screw Shaft Speed

(Based on Eulers Formula) (Maximum rotational speed of screw)
d
Pcr = 1.405 x 107 x Fc x d4 Cs = Fc x 4.76 x 106 x
L 2 L2
Pcr = maximum loads (lbs) Cs = critical speed (rpm)
Fc = end support factor d = root diameter of screw (in.)
.25 one end fixed, other free L = length between supports (in.)
1.00 both ends supported Fc = end support factor
2.00 one end fixed, other supported .36 one end fixed, other free
4.00 both ends fixed 1.00 both ends supported
d = root diameter of screw (in.) 1.47 one end fixed, other supported
L = distance between nut and load carrying bearing (in.) 2.23 both ends fixed
When possible, design for tension loads to eliminate the buckling factor Critical shaft speed should be reduced to 80% to allow for other factors
and reduce the required screw size such as alignment and straightness
* Formula only valid if L/d > 18.25.
Custom Capabilities
The Thomson Advantage Components and Assemblies
In addition to our extensive standard ball and lead screw products, From components to complete assemblies, Thomson always provides
Thomson has designed and manufactured custom engineered the highest performance products to your applications. Let us assist
products to fit the unique requirements of our customers. We in your design to ensure proper operation of our components, or let us
welcome and encourage requests for specialized products, provide you a complete solution.
regardless of quantity or frequency of order. Our custom products • Complete solutions to your linear motion designs with our industry
range from one-time-only units to high quantity requirements. A few tested assemblies
of our custom possibilities are listed below: • Full complement of linear motion components: Rails (square and
round), Motor Mounts, Bearing Mounts, Ball Nuts, Acme Plastic
Custom Plastic Nuts Nuts, Bronze Nuts, Anti-Backlash Nuts, Miniature Ball Nuts,
If cost or design constraints dictate a more integrated package, let Bearings, and more
our engineering staff help you simplify your design. We offer a full If you don’t see it, just ask us. Our application engineers will help you
range of manufacturing capabilities from injection molding to CNC specify these options and modifications or they will work with you to
machining with the largest selection of engineering plastics to suit create entirely new ones which will improve your machine’s
your applications and specifications. performance and lower your cost.
• Our engineering staff will ensure your part is right the first time
• Full range of engineering plastics including internally lubricated Design Ranges
and high temperature thermoplastics During our 70+ years of servicing customers, our engineers have
continuously developed new lead screw, ball screw, and spline
Precision Screw Products assemblies required for many of industry’s most unique, demanding
Thomson provides engineering support and quality assurance for all applications. Our current product offering represents our evolving and
of its components and assemblies allowing our customers to focus on expanding design and manufacturing capabilities.
the larger design picture. Our full range of designs and sizes for our The result of this experience is a portfolio of capabilities second to
linear motion components allow greater design flexibility, while our none. Thomson is the pioneer in the design and manufacture of:
support staff ensures proper initial application and comprehensive • High speed ball screws – up to 300 in/min
support once installed. • Telescoping assemblies – up to five sections
• Hollow shafting for low inertia and low weight
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Design Considerations Thomson Ball Screw Thomson Lead Screw

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Cost Higher cost $$$ Low cost $$

Anti-backlash Available Available — but has low stiffness

Self-locking No Yes — but depends on lead and lubrication

Duty Cycle Unlimited Typically 50%

Must have lubrication Can operate with or without

Limited to expansion differences

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Great flexibility in customizing Flexibility in customizing nut materials and

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Screw Diameter Accuracy Max. Axial Backlash (Non-preloaded)(2)

Wiper Kit Flanges

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High Speed Ball Nuts

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Wiper and Flange Kits

Wiper P/N 8103-101-002 Flange P/N 8103-448-002

0.375 x 0.125 Precision Rolled Ball Screws — Inch Series

Ball Screw Part Numbers

Nut weight (lbs) 0.13

Wiper and Flange Kits

Flange P/N 8103-448-056

Ball Screw Part Numbers

0.500 x 0.200 Precision Rolled Ball Screws — Inch Series

Ball Screw Part Numbers

.060 R (4x) Ø.281

Ø2.090 B.C. 15/16-16 UN THD.

Ball Screw Part Numbers

Wiper P/N 8105-101-002 Flange P/N 8105-448-002 / 8105-448-004

.060 R (4x) Ø.281

Ø2.090 B.C. 15/16-16 UN THD.

0.631 x 0.200 Precision Rolled Ball Screws — Inch Series

Ball Screw Part Numbers

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Double Circuit, Square Ball Nut

3. DYNAMIC CAPACITY = 800 LBS

PER ANSI Y14.5M-1994

Nut weight (lbs) 0.54

4 .500 3 .500 2 .450 1

Wiper P/N 8106-101-002 Flange P/N 8105-448-002

.060 R (4x) Ø.281

Ø2.090 B.C. 15/16-16 UN THD.

0.631 x 0.200 Precision Rolled Ball Screws — Inch Series

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