XSlide™ Free Sliding Linear Stages
Free Sliding XSlide™ is the simplest assembly where the slider is moved by hand. This features a linear dovetail bearing for smooth motion. Travel distances to 30.5” (77.5 cm).
XSlide™ is a compact positioning stage for smaller loads and ideal for limited space applications, highly suitable for either high performance incrementing or scanning functions.
Constructed with hard-coat anodized, aluminum dovetail ways and smooth motion PTFE bearings; XSlide™ Assemblies deliver higher rigidity for longer life and more precise movement when compared to other dovetail designs.
The carriage rides on the outside of the ways allowing for a more compact design and easier access for adjustments. With a cross-sectional profile of 1.88″ (48 mm) by 1.22″ (31 mm), the XSlide™ comes in eight standard travel lengths from 2″ (50 mm) to 30″ (76.2 cm).
Features
Maximum horizontal load capacity – 35 lbs. (15.9 kg.)
Maximum vertical load capacity – 10 lbs. (4.5kg.)
Available in 8 Standard travel distances as well as custom lengths up to 60″
Specifications
Factors such as size of the motor, size of the payload, travel distance, mounting direction/plane, etc. effect the actual capability of any assembly. Please contact Velmex Application Engineers to configure a system that will meet your exact requirements.
| Standard | Metric | |
| Travel Distance | 2.5" - 30.5" | 6.4 - 77.5 cm |
| Base Length | 4.36" - 32.86" | 11.1 – 83.46 cm |
| Slider Length | 2" | 5.1 cm |
| Weight | .26 - 1.72 lbs. | .12 - .78 kg. |
| Height | 1.22" | 3.1 cm |
| Width | 1.9" | 4.8 cm |
‡Standard travel distances available are in 2″ increments up to 8″ in length and 6″ increments over 8″.
XSlide Load Calculations
Note: Because of the interlocking nature of the XSlide carriage and the dovetail ways, the maximum recommended load centered (normal) or under horizontal thrust would be comparable whether the slide was upright (Normal – LN), Inverted (LI) or set on the Edge (LE).
| Dynamic Load | Static Load | Momentary Load | ||||
| Load Capacity | lbs. | kg. | lbs. | kg. | lbs. | kg. |
| Maximum Centered | 35 lbs. | 15.9 kg | 35 lbs. | 15.9 kg | 140 lbs. | 63.6 kg |
| Thrust | 10 lbs. | 4.5 kg | 20 lbs. | 9.07 kg | 120 lbs. | 54.5 kg |
| Cantilevered | 32 lbs.-in. | 3.6 N-m | 65 lbs.-in | 7.3 N-m | 125 lbs.-in | 14 N-m |
0.09 typical
0 to 180° F (-18 to 82° C)
Information on stage composition, tolerances, wear and design for specialty applications.
Definitions and parameters that effect the various load ratings
Options/Accessories for XSlide™ Free Sliding Linear Stages
Several options can be added to XSlide™ Assemblies to make them more versatile and configurable with other Velmex products.
Velmex offers a multitude of options and accessories for all its products. Usually an option or an accessory will address your requirements. When it doesn’t, we can make custom modifications, including:
• Additional holes or slots. (A drawing is required.)
• Intermediate plates to mount your payload
• Special or in between lengths of the dovetail base
• Lead screw shaft extensions
• Choice of drive nut materials, including brass and Vespel
• Right and left-hand threads on the same lead screw, allowing a pair of sliders to move together or apart.
We can also offer customized configurations to address special environmental and vacuum applications.
Applications and Examples
Note: the example displayed may be a custom configuration, designed to the customer’s specifications; and not offered as a standard product. Custom configurations could contain custom, externally-fabricated components.
Downloads
The majority of CAD drawings found in our Technical Library are Step (.stp) files. You will also see .dxf, .dwg, .sat and .pdf files. For .STP files, you may need to right click on the download button and save the “target” or “link”. If you require a different format or cannot located the drawing you require, please contact us.
Request a Quote
If you have questions about your specific application or want us to design a system incorporating Velmex Rotary Tables, please complete the Request Assistance form or call Velmex to speak to one of our Application Engineers.
| Motion | Linear |
|---|---|
| Maximum Travel | 60" (152.4 cm) |
| Minimum Travel | 2″ (50 mm) |
| Maximum Horizontal Payload | 35 lbs. (15.9 kg.) |
| Maximum Vertical Payload | 10 lbs. (4.5 kg.) |
| Straight-line Accuracy | 0.003″/10” (0.076 mm/25 cm) |
| Repeatablility | 0.0001 inch (0.00254 mm) |
