Compression-Style Antibacklash Nuts

C-Series (compression-style) antibacklash nuts eliminate the clearance between the threads of the nut and those of the leadscrew.
Aug. 24, 2006

Backlash is eliminated by pushing the two nuts away from each other. A compression spring on the nut's front applies a force to the ring, which transfers the force to the rear nut, forcing the nuts apart. The design compensates for wear while eliminating lock-up issues. A self-lubricating polyacetal, used in conjunction with precision-rolled 303-stainless-steel screw material, provides smooth operation. This one-time lubrication nut also performs well when run dry in conjunction with Black Ice-coated screws.

Haydon Switch & Instrument Inc., 1500 Meriden Rd., Waterbury, CT 06705, (800) 243-2715, hsi-inc.com

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