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drylin® SLW linear modules… 7 installation sizes, custom configurable, delivered in 2-4 days
Glides instead of rolling! Lubricant-free through dry-tech® polymers
igus® SLW linear modules are based on the drylin® W linear construction kit and on maintenance-free and self-lubricating dry-tech® high-performance plastics. The lubricant is incorporated into the bearing material, rendering the bearing materials suitable for dry-running conditions, e.g. they are maintenance-free for the entire length of their service life. Ready-to-install linear modules are available in 2-4 days.
Take advantage of the technical benefits of our maintenance-free drylin® drive technology.
1.1. Resistant against dirt, dust, moisture absorption
Particles are repelled from the contact surface by the movement.
Details of working principle
Dry run, without lubrication
drylin® linear bearing systems are designed for dry-running. All applications are therefore protected against contamination with grease or oil. Even the application under coarse dirt and sand is possible.igus® tested
Insensitivity to dirt
Dirtparticles are repelled from the contact surface by the movement itself. Here the front side of the gliders works like a wiper. The contact surface remains clean.Application example
Diaper production systems
The plants process super-absorbers and pulp that generate relatively high dirt and dust exposure. As superabsorbent polymers also behave similarly to sand, dirt accumulates as a result of friction.1.2. Low noise
Details of working principle
Low noise
The operating noise is also greatly reduced by switching the operating principle from rolling to gliding. There is no mechanical rolling up of hard gliding partner and no ball collisions that cause loud noises.igus® tested
Low noise
The gliding motion is extremely low noise and only a light friction noise is audible.Application example
Edge taker
Format adjustment of the sensors for web edge detection and print mark recognition through drylin® SLW linear table solution with position indicator and hand wheel (convenient and reproducible positioning from outside)1.3. Clean and hygienic
Details of working principle
Clean and hygenic
The dry-running properties of iglidur® plain bearings are not only advantageous in contaminated environments. The absence of lubrication is also an important criterion in applications with elevated requirements for hygiene and purity.Tested
clear room applicable
The tested drylin® guides reveal a distinct applicability for cleanrooms. The following drylin® guides from igus® were tested: N40, W10, T25 and T30.Application example
Coder
The drylin® spindle lift table with position indicator and handwheel is used in a coder to label cheese because of its freedom from lubricants.1.4. Resistant to corrosion
Details of working principle
Resistant to corrosion and media resistant
All iglidur® plastic plain bearings are by their nature corrosion-free. There are also special purpose materials, which can be used against caustic solutions, acids, cleaning agents, etc., and, due to their media resistance, can be used even under the most adverse conditions. - The product range also has special purpose materials for permanent use in submerged conditions.igus® tested
Corrosion-free unit
The resistance of linear bearing systems is equally dependent on the counter partner. The igus® construction kit can be delivered complete as a corrosion-free unit made from stainless steel.More information
Application example
Inspection systems
drylin® SLW or SHT linear tables solve the height adjustment of cameras and sensors2. bearing materials
Materials for any shaft material, superior specific wear
Details of working principle
High Performance Polymers
SLW linear modules can be configured and supplied to match the application with respect to the plain bearing materials. Standard configurations for SLW systems include bearings made from wear-resistant iglidur® J/J200 materials. Bearings and lead screw nuts made from iglidur® X materials in combination with stainless steel are the best option for applications that require extreme chemical resistance. The FDA compliant iglidur® A180 material is particularly well suited for applications in the food/pharmaceutical sectors.igus® tested
Liner materials
iglidur® J
iglidur® J200
iglidur® A180
iglidur® X
the Standard
best friction values
good wear resistance
Lowest humidity absorption
iglidur® J200
ideal with aluminium
Low coefficients of friction
excellent wear resistance with anodised aluminium
iglidur® A180
FDA compliance
for direct use in the vicinity of (or in contact with) food or pharmaceuticals
Lowest humidity absorption
iglidur® X
high temperatures from -100 to 250°C
Universal resistance to chemicals
High compressive strength
igus® tested
3. Selecting the ideal housing bearing material
Various housing bearing materials available
Zinc die-casting: cost-effective standard bearing
Aluminium: low component weight
Stainless steel: corrosion-resistant and also for high temperatures
Turn-to-fit mechanism: Manual adjustable clearance by „Turn-to-Fit“ function with allen key
4. Thread selection
Thread types
Trapezoidal threads
Standard configurations on SLW linear module are equipped with single start trapezoidal lead screws and are self-locking. This means that the flank angle and the sliding friction prevent movement of the nut or the lead screw without the application of outside forces. The carriage remains in the selected position. Lead screws made from C15 steel, corrosion-resistant VA (1.4301/1.4305), and coated aluminium are available as counter-partners for drylin® trapezoidal lead screw nuts.Thread types
Steep thread
drylin® linear modules with high-helix lead screws can be installed for fast adjustment and positioning tasks. High-helix lead screws are made from corrosion-resistant stainless steel (1.4021) and do not have a self-locking feature. This allows them to be used for applications where linear carriages are quickly moved manually on demand.Application example
Format adjustments
Application in the glass industry Format adjustment on conveyor for separation of bottles.More information
5. drylin® W rail profiles
... Aluminum hard anodized... Stainless steel (size 1040 & 2080)
Details of working principle
Optimum operating properties
Linear modules of type series SLW, SAW and ZLW are based on the lubricant-free drylin® linear construction kit. The extremely torsion-resistant aluminium profiles are produced on extrusion presses. The surface is hard-anodised and is characterised by good wear properties, high chemical resistance and a high degree of hardness. As a counter partner to our dry-tech® high-performance polymers, they ensure superior operating characteristics, are predictable and have a long service life.Application example
Corrossion-resistant
Stainless steel SLW modules based on guide shafts made from V4A (1.4571) materials are available for environments that require extreme corrosion-resistance.More information
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6. 7 installation sizes 7 carriage widths
SLW linear modules are available in 7 installation sizes. Available in installation sizes 06 -25, the SLW type series has a linear module that matches the installation size for your applications.Double rail angular
Douple rail round
Installation size 1080: 107 mm
Installation size 1660: 104 mm
Installation size 2080: 153 mm
Installation size 25120: 195 mm
7. Selecting the ideal carriage length
Installation size 06: 60/80/100
Installation size 1040: 69/100/150
Installation size 1040: 69/100/150
Installation size 1080: 100/150/200
Installation size 10120: 100/150/200
Installation size 1660: 100/150/200
Installation size 10120: 100/150/200
Installation size 1660: 100/150/200
Installation size 2080: 150/200/250
Installation size 25120: 150/200/250
Installation size 25120: 150/200/250
8. Various stroke lengths
Details of working principle
Configured to millimetre accuracy
SLW linear modules can be configured to millimetre accuracy and are accordingly ideally adapted to customer requirements.Details of working principle
Maximum stroke lengths
The maximum stroke lengths are dependent on installation size.Installation size 0630: 300 mm
Installation size 1040: 750 mm
Installation size 1080: 750 mm
Installation size 1660: 750 mm
Installation size 2080: 1000 mm
Installation size 25120: 1250 mm
Details of working principle
Quiet spindles for strokes > 750 mm
By these spindle supports carried by the guide carriage, which position themselves independently at different points along the stroke path, users can now easily implement the long stroke lengths > 750 mm.More information
9. Rail diameter
Double rail angular
Douple rail round
11.Accessory / options
Motion control accessories
Manual adjustments
An extensive list of accessories is available for drylin® SLW linear modules to quickly and conveniently design manual motion control. When directly configured with the linear unit, the units are shipped fully assembled.
Leadscrew clamp
Hand wheel
angular drive
Motion control accessories
Motor-powered motion control
Linear modules of type series SLW can be configured and supplied with drylin® E stepper or DC motors. In addition, a large product range of accessories is available, consisting of motor kits, chainflex power cables, proximity switches, gearboxes or adapter plates for gantry structures.Application example
drylin® E - "E" as in electric
The consistent development of the toolbox and system concept of the lubrication-free drylin® drive technology.Compare, design and configure suitable linear tables and motors online quickly and easily.
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