The maintenance and inspection of ball screws are crucial for ensuring normal operation and extending their service life. The following are some suggestions:
Regular cleaning
Use the appropriate cleaner to remove oil, dust and other impurities from the ball screw.
Use a clean cloth or tissue to thoroughly dry the ball screw to avoid any residual moisture.
Lubrication
Apply an appropriate amount of lubricant regularly according to the usage of the ball screw and the manufacturer's recommendations.
Ensure that the lubricant is evenly applied to the threaded part of the ball screw and the balls.
Under high load and high-speed conditions, it is recommended to use an automatic lubrication system.
Check the appearance:
Regularly inspect the appearance of the ball screw, paying attention to whether there are cracks, breaks, wear and deformations.
Check whether the surface finish and hardness of the ball screw meet the requirements.
Axial clearance and radial clearance tests:
Axial clearance test: With the fixed end support installed, a certain preload is applied along the axial direction, and then the axial clearance is measured. The smaller the axial clearance is, the higher the positioning accuracy of the ball screw will be.
Radial clearance test: When the axial force of the ball screw is zero, the radial clearance is measured by rotating the ball screw. The smaller the radial clearance is, the higher the transmission accuracy of the ball screw will be.
Control load
Ensure that the load of the ball screw is within a reasonable range. Excessive load will increase the risk of wear and damage to the ball screw.
Select the ball screw of the appropriate size and rated load according to the actual needs.
Avoid overload and shock:
Avoid excessive impact and sudden load changes, as these may cause damage to the ball screw.
Correctly design and use working equipment, and apply shock absorption devices and other measures to reduce shock and vibration.
Regular inspection and maintenance:
Regularly check whether the ball screw is worn and loose.
If any abnormality is found, maintenance or replacement measures should be taken in time to ensure that the ball screw is in good working condition.
Correct installation and adjustment:
When installing the ball screw, please ensure correct alignment and adjustment.
Correct installation and adjustment can enhance the accuracy and service life of ball screws.
Avoid excessively high temperatures:
Excessively high temperatures can cause the lubricant of the ball screw to fail and reduce its material properties.
It is necessary to avoid exposing the ball screw to excessively high temperatures
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