Miniature Guided Slide has narrow profile.
Press Release Summary:
Model NPA, Narrow Profile Air Table, incorporates recirculating ball rail mounted above cylinder bore to provide precise load guiding. Available in 12, 20, and 32 mm bore sizes, it features anodized-aluminum external components, stroke lengths to 120 mm, and 2 bearing options. Standard model includes single-bearing block carrier. Second block is available for higher loads and reduced endplay.
Original Press Release:
New Narrow Profile Miniature Slide
September 23, 2003, Monee, Illinois - The NPA, Narrow Profile Air Table, expands the breadth of Bimba's miniature guided slide family. A recirculating ball rail mounted above the cylinder bore provides precise load guiding. It is available in three bore sizes: 12mm, 20mm, and 32mm. Standard features include: anodized aluminum external components, stroke lengths to 120mm, and two bearing options. The standard model includes a single bearing block carrier, with an optional second block added for higher loads and reduced endplay.
For more information, contact W. Kokum (kokumw@bimba.com), Bimba Manufacturing Company, P.O. Box 68, Monee, Illinois 60449. Phone 708/534-8544, FAX 708/235-2014, Technical Assistance 800-44-BIMBA, website www.bimba.com.
LEADERS IN ACTUATION
Bimba Manufacturing Company has evolved from the originator of the stainless steel body non-repairable cylinder in 1957, to being the largest manufacturer in the world focused solely on pneumatic and electro-pneumatic actuators.
Bimba, an ISO 9001 certified company, operates five manufacturing plants worldwide with 150 partners allowing products to be distributed and serviced in all countries. We have also established the benchmark position in delivery for many years. This has been achieved through continuous application state-of-the-art manufacturing planning systems, inventory commitment, and just-in-time methodologies.
Our extensive line of product segments include:
o Undisputed market leader in Original Line stainless steel non-repairable cylinders: square rod, plastic end cap and Rod Lock models are some of the variants offered;
o Flat Series including space-saving Flat-I® stainless steel body cylinders, aluminum extruded body cylinders, and small cross-section, double bore guided units;
o NFPA interchangeable cylinders in round line and tie rod offerings to 12" bore;
o Ultran® rodless cylinders in nine bore sizes, from 5/16" to 2" bores and 15' of stroke;
o Pneu-Turn® rotary actuator, a rack-and-pinion style rotary actuator that saves space, weight and cost, providing torque to 494 in-lbs;
o Electro-pneumatic PFC cylinders and turnkey positioning systems providing positioning repeatability to ±.006";
o PneuMoment® actuator featuring a revolutionary compact design that uses conventional pneumatic technology to withstand over 800 lbs. dynamically in a side load and static moment load of over 10,000 in-lbs.;
o Innovative products originating from this group include the Air-to-Air Booster, Cube Cylinders, and Diaphragm;
o Linear Thrusters, for smooth guided motion incorporate cylinder in a durable housing with guided shafts;
o Metric and ISO 6431 and 6432 standard cylinders from 8mm to 100mm bore;
o Complement of accessories including patented Autoconfigure sensors, solid state and reed switches, flow control valves, alignment couplers, etc.;
o Specials Engineering Group offering products custom-designed for industry-specific applications.
Founded by Charles W Bimba, Sr In 1957
