S-98980A975 3/8"-10 x 3 ft. Fast-Travel Precision Acme Lead Screws and Nuts

Key Features & Benefits at a Glance

• Enhanced Motion Speed: Achieve rapid linear movement with the 2:1 speed ratio and 2 thread starts, significantly reducing cycle times in automated systems.
• Superior Corrosion Resistance: Constructed from 304 Stainless Steel, this screw offers excellent durability and longevity in harsh or washdown environments.
• High-Precision Positioning: Maintain tight control with an exceptional travel accuracy of ±0.009" per foot, ensuring repeatable and reliable performance.
• Optimized for Fast Travel: The 0.2" travel per turn and ACME thread design provide high efficiency and load-bearing capability for quick-translation applications.
• Reliable Thread Engagement: The Class 2C thread fit ensures smooth, low-friction operation and consistent performance with matching nuts.
• Versatile Installation: Being fully threaded and right-hand direction, it offers flexible mounting options for various motion control setups.
• Compliant for Global Use: Meets RoHS 3 compliance, making it suitable for use in regulated industries and international markets.

Professional Applications & Engineering Value

This 3/8"-10 ACME lead screw is engineered to solve core challenges in industrial automation and precision motion control. The use of 304 Stainless Steel provides robust resistance to corrosion and wear, making it ideal for environments exposed to moisture, chemicals, or frequent cleaning, such as food processing, packaging machinery, and medical equipment. The ACME thread type with a Class 2C fit delivers high efficiency and load capacity, reducing the risk of backlash and ensuring smooth, precise linear motion. With 2 thread starts and a 2:1 speed ratio, it enables fast-travel applications where rapid positioning is critical, minimizing downtime and enhancing productivity. The fully threaded, right-hand design allows for versatile integration into complex assemblies, providing reliable performance in CNC systems, actuators, and lifting mechanisms.

Specification Summary & Compliance

This precision component adheres to critical standards for dimensional and performance reliability. The thread specification is 3/8"-10 ACME with a Class 2C thread fit, ensuring consistent engagement and operational smoothness. It features a travel distance of 0.2" per turn with a tight accuracy of ±0.009" per foot for high-precision applications. The product is manufactured to be RoHS 3 (2015/863/EU) Compliant, confirming the absence of hazardous substances and aligning with global environmental and safety regulations for industrial components.