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Mechanical Design

5 Common Lead Screw Applications

Jun 12, 2026 Scott Bredemann

Lead screws are used in a wide range of equipment to create controlled linear motion. Explore five common applications, including linear actuators, CNC machines, and more.

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Mechanical Design

Lead Screws: Uses, Types, & Advantages

Jun 5, 2026 Scott Bredemann

Lead screws are used in machines and assemblies where rotary motion needs to be converted into controlled linear movement. A motor, handwheel, or other rotating

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Electric & Tooling

Understanding Industrial Relays: Types, Terminology, & How to Choose the Right One

Jun 2, 2026 Natalie Co

Relays are one of the most fundamental components in industrial control systems, yet their naming conventions trip up engineers and technicians at every experience level. Today,

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Mechanical Design

U-Bolt Size Chart

Jun 2, 2026 Scott Bredemann

This chart provides common U-bolt dimensions by nominal pipe size and uses lettered measurements that correspond to the diagram below. When selecting a U-bolt, the

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Mechanical Design Videos

Linear Guide Tips & Tricks: Removing a Block from a Rail

Nov 18, 2015 Carlicia Layosa

Linear guides are a staple component in machine design where linear motion and load transfer

Videos

E2E Video: Locating Pins Pt. 3 – Types of Mounting

Nov 12, 2015 Carlicia Layosa

In this episode of Engineer to Engineer, Locating Pins edition, we’ll take a look at

Videos

E2E Video: Locating Pins Pt. 2 – Types of Locating

Nov 12, 2015 Carlicia Layosa

In our second Locating Pins episode in the Engineer to Engineer Series, locating pins are used in workholding fixtures

Mechanical Design

Re-examining Precision and Repeatability Criteria in Actuator Selection

Oct 23, 2015 Carlicia Layosa

One of the main design challenges faced during the early design stages of automated mechanical

Mechanical Design

CNC Part III: Taking the Leap into Automated Machining

Aug 11, 2015 Carlicia Layosa

The “maker movement” is upon us. Maybe you’re a tinkerer and like new tools, or

Mechanical Design

Part II: Application Examples to Illustrate Ball Screw Selection

Jul 21, 2015 Carlicia Layosa

Introduction to Ball Screws The main function of a ball screw system is the efficient

Mechanical Design

Part I: Comparing Rolled Ball Screws and Ground Ball Screws

Jul 14, 2015 Carlicia Layosa

At a high level, ground and rolled ball screws appear to function nearly identically within

Mechanical Design

We’re a Class A Supplier for Type A Machines!

Jul 9, 2015 Carlicia Layosa

Here at Misumi USA, we strive to give our customers the best customer experience possible.

Mechanical Design

Video: IN MOTION – Cleaning A Part

Jul 7, 2015 Carlicia Layosa

When a production line includes machining to shape or finish a part, dust and chip

Videos

E2E Video: Locating Pins Part 1 – Workholding Concepts

Jun 19, 2015 Carlicia Layosa

The Basics of Workholding Concepts introduces our newest Engineer to Engineer series on Locating Pins.

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