Linear guideways provide linear motion by re-circulating rolling elements between a profiled rail and a bearing block. The coefficient of friction on a linear guideway is only 1/50 compared to a traditional slide. With these features, a linear guideway can achieve high precision and greatly enhanced moving accuracy while carrying loads in all directions. Hiwin Corporation offers a variety of linear guideway series, each featuring different options for sizes, loading capacity, accuracy, and more.
The WE series features equal load ratings in the radial, reverse radial and the lateral direction with contact points at 45 degrees. This along with the wide rail, allows the guideway to be rated for high loads, moments and rigidity. By design, it has a self-aligning capability that can absorb most installation errors and can meet high accuracy standards. The ability to use a single rail and to have the low profile with a low center of gravity is ideal where space is limited and/or high moments are required.
