Many industrial businesses use ACME threaded rods as their “go-to” option because they’re so well designed to work well and as intended– reliable, strong and proven!
Higher Load Bearing
ACME threaded rods aren’t square; instead they involve a trapezoid thread type that’s stronger and better than square threads. They utilize a 29-degree thread angle, and this is important because it equates to enhanced load bearing, which is something industrial businesses appreciate.
Ready to Handle High Torque Loads
Do you have an application that has a heavy load and high torque? ACME threaded rods can handle such loads and because the base distributes stress over a large area you don’t have to worry about thread stripping. Furthermore, the trapezoidal shape equates to a larger contact area between male and female threads. This reduces wear. The lifespan is extended, too.
Self-locking
ACME threaded rods have a self-locking capability which helps prevent back-driving or loosened loads. This is an example where geometry comes in handy– the geometry of the ACME thread allows for self-locking.
Friction
Square threads experience more friction than ACME threads– and friction isn’t a good thing; ACME rods perform more smoothly than square ones, and they’re more versatile.
So where are ACME threaded rods used? You might find them in lead screws for machinery (lathes, milling machines), linear actuators (found in robotics, cars), and heavy-duty clamps and vises. They’re also common in motion control systems and power transmission devices.
Strength, durability, reliability, wear resistance, self-locking capability and smoothness are just some of the reasons ACME threaded rods are a “go-to” option for industrial businesses.
Dependable ACME is a company based out of Westbury, NY (on Long Island, east of New York City) known for ACME threaded products, including screws, nuts and rods. All products are manufactured in the USA; For more info, call Dependable ACME at 800-893-3792. In business for more than six decades, Dependable ACME is here to help you with your ACME threaded rod needs.