Thomson Shaft Support Rails
Support rails are used for continuous shafting support and can be used horizontally or vertically. They are available in several different types based on your application loading and envelope needs. These supports come standard available from stock and are made to simplify shaft mounting. Shaft supports eliminate many problems encountered in designing and manufacturing custom shaft supporting devices. Unlimited travel lengths and mounting hole flexibility is another reason why Thomson support rails are right for any application.
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| Support Rail Style | Imperial Type (in) | Metric Type (mm) |
|---|---|---|
| Sizes | .25" - 3" | 12mm - 40mm |
| Support Types | Standard Low Profile Extra |
Standard Low Profile |
| Support Hole Spacing | None Standard |
None T1 T2 |
| Support Materials | Aluminum Carbon Steel Ductile Iron |
Aluminum Carbon Steel |
Shaft Support Rail Highlights
- Low envelope LSR type available for compact, rigid linear motion systems
- Extra XSR rigid ductile iron type available for maximum system rigidity
- Available with industry standard pre-drilled radial holes drilled to match Thomson drilled and tapped shafts (PD)
