Telescopic slides are linear motion devices that are capable of compaction and extension as a result of concentric parts that slide inside of each other. Similar in function and design to drawer slides, telescopic slides are more suited for industrial manufacturing applications due to physical characteristics such as increased shock and vibration resistance, smooth movement and increased tensile strength.
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Del-Tron Precision, Inc.Bethel, CT 203-778-2727 As the originator of the sub-miniature ball bearing slide assembly, Del-Tron Precision began operations in 1974 supplying original equipment manufacturers with the world's first commercially available sub miniature ball slide. We have maintained the same high level of innovation by continually developing new products such as telescopic slides that deliver important advantages to our customers.
Tusk Direct, Inc.Bethel, CT 800-447-2042 Tusk Direct is the place to go for telescopic slides and any other linear motion components you may need. We offer guaranteed product performance because our product line includes only the highest quality products. All products are thoroughly tested to meet high performance accuracies. Call by noon today and receive your products tomorrow. We offer no hassle, same-day shipping. Call us today.
Velmex, Inc.Bloomfield, NY 800-642-6446 Velmex manufactures linear and rotary positioning stages for the science and industrial industries. Since its inception in 1967, Velmex has prided itself in giving customers the best products and services possible. Our customers love our telescopic slides and other linear motion components. Visit our website and find a complete list of our capabilities.
Parker Hannifin - Electromechanical DivisionRohnert Park, CA 800-272-7537 Parker Hannifin technologies are critical to safeguarding the environment by helping to meet humanity`s need for clean and efficient energy generation. We care about the environment and try to reduce energy and water consumption and generation of waste. We invest in resources to meet human and environmental needs. Call us today to find out more about our telescopic slides.
Schock Metal America Inc.Chesapeake, VA 800-345-8550 For more than 40 years, Schock has been manufacturing telescopic slides with better operating properties, less maintenance, longer life spans and higher functionality. We promise to provide the best product to our customers. All products are thoroughly tested prior to market placement to ensure that our customers have the best product possible. Visit our website to see a full list of capabilities.
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Industries that utilize telescopic slides include fire and rescue industries, for equipment and tool mounting applications; commercial and residential, for domestic appliance applications; electronics, for racking and storage applications; and automotive and aerospace, for vehicle construction and navigation. Telescopic slides may also be used in furniture, marine, architectural, construction and mining industries for numerous applications including material handling. As heavy-duty linear slides, telescopic slides are often constructed to withstand extreme environments from such corrosion-resistant materials as steel and stainless steel. In order to provide high durability and strength, telescopic slides are most often constructed from cold-drawn steel or steel that has undergone a different hardening process. Additional services such as epoxy coating can also be used to increase the corrosion-resistance of the telescopic slide.
Telescopic slides have a very basic design. They consist of two main components: a stationary linear base, also referred to as a track rail, and a moving carriage. The track rail has grooves that allow the moving carriage to have space to travel. These grooves are also known as raceways, and the size of these raceways affect the load-carrying capacity of the telescopic slide. The moving carriage may have mobility provided as a result of either ball bearings or roller bearings; although, ball bearings are more commonly used. Used to reduce the amount of friction between an object, ball bearings allow for heavier objects to be moved more easily and are typically made out of either steel or ceramic. Roller bearings work in the same capacity, but are cylindrically shaped instead of spherically. Inside the moving carriage is typically a ball screw (or lead screw) and nut that provides the linear movement. To provide motion, a nut is threaded onto the non-rotating part of the screw; thus, the nut is prevented from rotating. Instead, the nut is driven along the threads of the screw in the corresponding direction to the screw's rotational movement. As a result, it is through the nut that linear movement is achieved. Ball screws and lead screws work in the same capacity; however, ball screws typically are better able to provide reduced friction.
