NSK: Monocarrier MCM Standard Mechanical Series

 

 

 

Monocarrier is a standard-setting product developed to meet accelerating industry needs for labor saving, energy conservation and factory automation.The landmark multifunctional actuator dramatically reduces design and assembly loads due to the unique construction of the Monocarrier, which was developed as a key component for automation device mechanical parts.

NSK K1 is applied to the Monocarrier guide and ball screw parts. In combination with grease, the MCM series meets demand for long-term and maintenance-free operation. It incorporates porous synthetic resin, a newly developed material which retains a generous volume of lubricating oil; the continuous release of oil reinforces overall lubricating performance. In addition, the maintenance free NSK K1® lubrication unit is equipped as a standard feature and surface-treatment is included in standard specifications.

Production systems adopting integrated automation devices are currently coming in line in every area of the industry. This production system is well suited for a variety of applications, including automatic assembly, inspection, packaging and transportation and will be further promoted.

Monocarrier was developed as a key component of automation device mechanical parts, the core of this production system. The sophisticated multi-functional electric actuator represents a successful combination of NSK ball screws (for feeding) and linear guides (for guide way), which are internationally recognized for reliability.

This combination dramatically reduces design and assembly loads of automation devices, total costs and line operation time, while achieving high precision, high speed, and lower costs.

Long-term, maintenance-free operation was achieved by installing the NSK K1® lubrication unit, which contributed to reduced piping for lubrication and maintenance cost, and improved machine economization, with full consideration for the global environment.

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The MCM Monocarrier exhibits outstanding efficiency with NSK K1, an effective lubricating unit, incorporating light-weight, compact Monocarrier designed for easy installation, with surface treatment on rail and slider for maintaining optimum performance.

  • Long-term, maintenance-free usage:In mechanical environments where lubrication is difficult to apply, long-term running efficiency is maintained byusing the NSK K1 in combination with grease. Ideal for manufacturing equipment for automobile parts processing, etc.
  • Prevention of oil-related environmental pollution: In locations where oil greatly affects the environment, or in mechanisms with severe hygienic restrictions, sufficient lubrication is provided using the NSK K1 in combination with minimal grease. Ideal for food processing, medical equipment, manufacturing devices for liquid crystal displays and semi-conductors, etc.
  • Excellent corrosion resistance capability: Low-temperature black chrome plating on rail and slider as a standard feature prevents corrosion under ordinary storage and usage conditions.Ideal for FA lines.
  • Simplified design and installation: The main base, ball screw, and support bearings are fully integrated into one unit. Combining these four parts brings considerable savings in man-hours for design and time and effort for installation. (Installation dimensions are identical to the existing Monocarrier.)
  • Lightweight and compact siz: Integration minimizes cross sectional size, while reducing weight by one-half of the existing combination type, mono-axis table.
  • High rigidity: Although light in weight, the main base is concave to resist bending, and can be handled even with cantilever support. Elastic deformation of the linear guide bearing is small due to preload.
  • Longer operating life: Rolling bearings contribute to less wear and longer operation.
  • Smooth movement and high precision: Rolling bearings contribute to less friction and higher positioning accuracy.
  • Four-directional iso-load: Contact angle of guide bearing is set at 45° to provide equivalent support for vertical and lateral loads.
  • Double slider: Double slider specifications for improving moment load capacity or straightness are also available.