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* Temperature Range
NB linear systems are heat-treated in order to harden the surface. Because of this, if the temperature of the system exceeds 100 °C, the hardness and rated load will be reduced (refer to Hardness Coefficient). If resin is used in any one of the components, the system cannot be used in a high-temperature environment. The recommended operating temperature ranges for each type of linear system are listed in the lower Table.
Component material includes resin steel stainless steel other
Recommended operating temperature range -20 ~ 80°C -20 ~ 110°C -20 ~ 140°C * -
SLIDE GUIDE SEB-A/SEBS-B
SGL/SGW
SER SEBS-BM
SERS
-
BALL SPLINE SSP/SSPF/SSPB - - -
ROTARY BALL SPLINE SPR - - -
SLIDE BUSH GM/SM G/KB G/
SW G/SMS G/
KBS G/SWS G
SM/KB/SW SMS/KBS/SWS -
SLIDE UNIT SMA G/AK G/RB
CE/CD
SMA/AK SMSA/AKS -
STROKE BUSH - SR/SRB - -
SLIDE ROTARY BUSH RK SRE - -
SLIDE WAY NV SV/RV SVS -
SLIDE TABLE NVT SVT/SYT SYTS SVTS**
MINIATURE SLIDE - - SYBS -
SLIDE SCREW - SS - -
* If the system is made of stainless steel and has a seal, the temperature should be below 120 °C.
** Contact NB if system is to be used at temperatures beyond the recommended temperature ranges.
* Operating Environment
Dust and perticle debris will adversely affect the motion characteristics of a linear system. They can also cause abnormally fast wear. In a normal operating environment, the use of seals may prevent adverse effects to the linear system. However, the linear system should be well protected by using bellows or a protective cover when it is used in an extremely hostile environment.
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