Lead Screw

  • Q Cold Rolling vs.Turning vs.Grinding: How Are Lead Screws Made?

    A

    Cold Rolling

    The friction generated between the rolling dies and the metal round bar,driven by high radial spiral pressure,causes the metal bar to undergo plastic deformation and be forced into the rolling zone.During this process,the external grains of the metal bar experience slip flow along the tooth profile contour of the dies,ultimately achieving the required thread dimensions.This process is known as cold rolling formation.

    Turning 
    This process utilizes a lathe cutting tool to machine a rotating metal round bar,ultimately obtaining the required thread dimensions as well as end shaft dimensions.

    Grinding 
    This method employs grinding wheels to abrade the metal round bar to obtain the required threads.It is typically used for screws made of harder materials(such as GCr15,40Cr,etc.)or for triangular thread lead screws.While this method offers high precision,it has relatively low production efficiency.

  • Q What are the main ways lead screws are made?

    A The three main processes are Cold Rolling,Turning (Machining),and Grinding.
  • Q Can you provide lead screw shaft end machining services?

    A
    yes,we specialize in custom shaft end machining for lead screws.Our services include precision machining of shaft ends (e.g., turning, milling, threading, keyways, and splines) as well as customization of nuts to meet your specific requirements.Simply share your design specifications, and we’ll deliver the exact configuration you need.
  • Q How long is the lead time for custom lead screw and nut?

    A

    Production time for customized lead screws and nuts is generally within 12days.

  • Q What are the common materials used for trapezoidal screw nuts?

    A Our common materials for lead nuts are brass, bronze, POM, PEEK, nylon
  • Q What is your lead screw minimum order quantity?

    A Our lead screw minimum order is 1 piece and all products can be customized to your needs.
Telephone: +86-177-1469-5726 
Address: Huangqiao Street,215000 Xiangcheng District,Suzhou city, China

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