#Product Trends
Controlling Vertical Ball Screw Applications
A spring-engaged, air released servomotor brake can prevent back-driving of a ballscrew in vertical motion applications.
Controlling Vertical Ballscrew Applications. High-efficiency ballscrews are ideal for precise, high-speed linear positioning. However, back-driving can be an issue, especially if the ballscrew is in a vertical position. If the ballscrew is not held properly, the load could drop quickly and cause damage to the payload, machine and workers.