Linear Motion Systems and Applications Blog - PBC Linear®

Leaders in Innovation

Leaders in Innovation

PBC Linear is a leader in providing quick and customer focused solutions to the toughest linear motion problems by making substantial time…

Lead Screw and Motor Connection Interfaces

Lead Screw and Motor Connection Interfaces

There are three basic methods of connecting a lead screw to a hollow shaft motor in order to create an external linear actuator system. Here…

Proper Lead Screw Selection Prevents Load Drift

Proper Lead Screw Selection Prevents Load Drift

In vertical lead screw actuator applications, lead screw selection is crucial to the safety and success of the system. Prevention of load drift…

Miniature Ball Screw Assemblies Expand Our Screw-Driven Portfolio

Miniature Ball Screw Assemblies Expand Our Screw-Driven Portfolio

PBC Linear has expanded its screw-driven product line with the addition of miniature metric ball screw assemblies, benefitting a wide range of industries that include…

What is Lead Screw Efficiency?

What is Lead Screw Efficiency?

The efficiency of a lead screw refers to how well a screw converts rotary energy (torque) into linear motion. Lead screw efficiency is…

Product Line Expansion for Screw-Driven Actuators

Product Line Expansion for Screw-Driven Actuators

PBC Linear is continuing to expand its product line to meet the rising demand for small and sophisticated linear actuators with a new offering of...

Advanced Manufacturing: Automated Lead Screw Straightener

Advanced Manufacturing: Automated Lead Screw Straightener

Galdabini straightener brings automation to lead screw production, enhancing precision and increasing output… 

Belt Drive or Lead Screw?

Belt Drive or Lead Screw?

This article compares the use of belts and lead screws within actuator systems… 

Factors Which Affect Accuracy & Repeatability

Factors Which Affect Accuracy & Repeatability

The reliable repeatable performance of a linear motion system is the goal of every engineer, but what are the factors that contribute to…

Integrated Lead Screw Assemblies Webinar

Integrated Lead Screw Assemblies Webinar

The webinar will discuss an overview of an integrated approach to motor and lead screw technologies, while also touching on how to…

Designing Screw Driven Vertical Linear Slides

Designing Screw Driven Vertical Linear Slides

There are several design considerations to keep in mind when designing vertically situated screw driven linear slides. Keep the following tips…

Miniature Linear Motion Line

Miniature Linear Motion Line

PBC Linear has a large selection of miniature linear motion products from ball-type to self-lubricating guides and a selection of driven…