Ball screws and assemblies are among the most prevalent. They're used in numerous industries for a wide range of purposes. Some of the most common are automotive power steering systems, aircraft, missiles, machines, tools, and even robotics. Numerous applications and circumstances could necessitate the use of ball screws. They provide a level of load strength, friction resistance, longevity, and efficiency you won’t find with lead screws and other options.
The faults caused by the ball screws are diverse and have no fixed pattern. Some faults are gradual and require a development process, which becomes increasingly severe with the increase of usage time. Sometimes it is a sudden malfunction, usually without obvious signs, but it occurs suddenly. This type of malfunction is caused by various unfavorable factors and the combined action of the outside world. So determining the true cause of the malfunction through correct detection is a prerequisite for fast and accurate maintenance. There may be problems with the use of the screw, let me analyze the reasons for them.
1. Fragmentation
● The steel ball in the screw is broken, and the temperature difference during lubrication can cause the steel ball to break.
● The shoulder of the screw is broken, mainly due to improper design or bending of the screw shaft neck.
2. The gap is too large
● The large torsional displacement of the ball screw is mainly due to improper heat treatment, too thin hardening layer, or uniform hardness distribution.
● Improper selection of bearings can also cause excessive clearance.
3. There are foreign objects on the steel ball track
● Packaging material obstructs the steel ball track, or processing debris enters the steel ball track.
● Improper combination of nuts and nuts.
● Causing damage to the screw.
When encountering problems with using ball screws, if you encounter the above three major problems, you can solve them according to the reasons. There are many types of bearings used in screw processing, which can also adapt to various purposes. Our ball screws are applicationed in many devices, if you need custom ball screws, please contact us.