Selecting Compatible Lead Screws and Nuts
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Acme Lead Screws and Nuts
Found in hand-powered clamps, vises, grates, doors, and work tables, lead screws and nuts have broad, square threads that are well suited for quick assembly, high clamping forces, and lifting and lowering heavy objects. To ensure compatibility, please select components that have the same thread direction, thread size, and number of thread starts.
Carbon steel components are easier to machine than alloy steel components. Zinc-plated carbon steel components have mild corrosion resistance. Cast iron components have good machinability and high strength. 360 brass components have excellent machinability and good corrosion resistance. 932 bearing bronze components are more wear resistant than brass components. They have good machinability and fair corrosion resistance. 18-8 stainless steel components have good corrosion resistance.
Travel distance per turn, also known as screw lead, is the distance a nut or handle moves with one revolution of the lead screw.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Coupling nuts connect two lead screws.
Thread Size | Ht. | Wd. | No. of Thread Starts | Speed Ratio | Travel Distance per Turn | Thread Fit | Hardness | Each | |
Carbon Steel | |||||||||
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1/2"-10 | 1 1/4" | 5/8" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2G | Rockwell B75 | 000000000 | 000000 |
Flange nuts move objects along the length of a lead screw. Flange nuts have a wide machinable flange for custom mounting.
Flange | |||||||||||
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Thread Size | Ht. | Dia. | Dia. | Thick. | No. of Thread Starts | Speed Ratio | Travel Distance per Turn | Thread Fit | Hardness | Each | |
932 Bearing Bronze | |||||||||||
1/2"-10 | 1" | 3/4" | 1 1/4" | 1/8" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2G | Not Rated | 000000000 | 0000000 |
Flange nuts move objects along the length of a lead screw. Flange nuts have a wide machinable flange for custom mounting.
Flange | |||||||||||
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Thread Size | Ht. | Dia. | Dia. | Thick. | No. of Thread Starts | Speed Ratio | Travel Distance per Turn | Thread Fit | Hardness | Each | |
932 Bearing Bronze | |||||||||||
1/2"-10 | 1" | 3/4" | 1 1/4" | 1/8" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2G | Not Rated | 000000000 | 0000000 |
Round nuts move objects along the length of a lead screw.
Thread Size | Ht. | Dia. | No. of Thread Starts | Speed Ratio | Travel Distance per Turn | Thread Fit | Hardness | Specifications Met | Each | |
Cast Iron | ||||||||||
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1/2"-10 | 1" | 1 15/32" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2G | Rockwell B96 | __ | 000000000 | 000000 |
360 Brass | ||||||||||
1/2"-10 | 1/2" | 7/8" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2G | Rockwell B55 | ASTM B16 | 000000000 | 0000 |
932 Bearing Bronze | ||||||||||
1/2"-10 | 29/32" | 29/32" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2G | Not Rated | ASTM B505 | 000000000 | 00000 |
Round nuts move objects along the length of a lead screw.
Thread Size | Ht. | Dia. | No. of Thread Starts | Speed Ratio | Travel Distance per Turn | Thread Fit | Hardness | Specifications Met | Each | |
Cast Iron | ||||||||||
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1/2"-10 | 1" | 1 15/32" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2G | Rockwell B96 | __ | 000000000 | 000000 |
360 Brass | ||||||||||
1/2"-10 | 1/2" | 7/8" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2G | Rockwell B55 | ASTM B16 | 000000000 | 0000 |
932 Bearing Bronze | ||||||||||
1/2"-10 | 29/32" | 29/32" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2G | Not Rated | ASTM B505 | 000000000 | 00000 |
Hex nuts fasten and position lead screw components.
Thread Size | Ht. | Wd. | No. of Thread Starts | Speed Ratio | Travel Distance per Turn | Thread Fit | Hardness | Specifications Met | Each | |
Carbon Steel | ||||||||||
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1/2"-10 | 31/64" | 7/8" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2G | Rockwell B75 | __ | 000000000 | 00000 |
Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | ||||||||||
1/2"-10 | 1/2" | 7/8" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2G | Rockwell B75 | __ | 000000000 | 00000 |
360 Brass | ||||||||||
1/2"-10 | 1/2" | 7/8" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2G | Rockwell B75 | ASTM B16 | 000000000 | 0000 |
18-8 Stainless Steel | ||||||||||
1/2"-10 | 31/64" | 7/8" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2G | Not Rated | __ | 000000000 | 00000 |
Hex nuts fasten and position lead screw components.
Thread Size | Ht. | Wd. | No. of Thread Starts | Speed Ratio | Travel Distance per Turn | Thread Fit | Fastener Strength Grade/Class | Hardness | Specifications Met | Each | |
Carbon Steel | |||||||||||
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1/2"-10 | 31/64" | 7/8" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2G | Grade 2 | Rockwell B85 | __ | 000000000 | 00000 |
Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel | |||||||||||
1/2"-10 | 1/2" | 7/8" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2G | __ | Rockwell B75 | __ | 000000000 | 00000 |
360 Brass | |||||||||||
1/2"-10 | 1/2" | 7/8" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2G | __ | Rockwell B75 | ASTM B16 | 000000000 | 0000 |
18-8 Stainless Steel | |||||||||||
1/2"-10 | 31/64" | 7/8" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2G | __ | Not Rated | __ | 000000000 | 00000 |
Square nuts fasten and position lead screw components. Square nuts have large sides, which make them easier to grip with a wrench than hex nuts and keep them from rotating in channels and square holes.
Thread Size | Ht. | Wd. | No. of Thread Starts | Speed Ratio | Travel Distance per Turn | Thread Fit | Hardness | Specifications Met | Each | |
360 Brass | ||||||||||
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1/2"-10 | 1/2" | 7/8" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2G | Rockwell B55 | ASTM B16 | 000000000 | 00000 |
Square nuts fasten and position lead screw components. Square nuts have large sides, which make them easier to grip with a wrench than hex nuts and keep them from rotating in channels and square holes.
Thread Size | Ht. | Wd. | No. of Thread Starts | Speed Ratio | Travel Distance per Turn | Thread Fit | Hardness | Specifications Met | Each | |
360 Brass | ||||||||||
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1/2"-10 | 1/2" | 7/8" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2G | Rockwell B55 | ASTM B16 | 000000000 | 000000 |
Thumb nuts fasten and position lead screw components. Thumb nuts are easy to grip and tighten by hand for quick assembly and disassembly.
Thread Size | Ht. | Wd. | No. of Thread Starts | Speed Ratio | Travel Distance per Turn | Thread Fit | Hardness | Each | |
Cast Iron | |||||||||
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1/2"-10 | 1 3/16" | 2 3/4" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2G | Rockwell B97 | 000000000 | 00000 |
Precision Acme Lead Screws and Nuts
Pair with a motor in automated motion and positioning applications. A tight thread fit allows these lead screws and nuts to make accurate, repeatable starts and stops. Also known as single-start and self-locking lead screws and nuts, they have a single thread that runs the length of the screw. The nut travels only when the screw turns, so your system won’t unexpectedly move when the lead screw is at rest. To ensure compatibility, please select components that have the same thread direction, thread size, and number of thread starts.
Carbon steel lead screws and flanges have good machinability. Black-oxide alloy steel lead screws are hard and strong. They have mild corrosion resistance and a dark surface color. 303 and 304 stainless steel lead screws and flanges have good corrosion resistance.
932 bearing bronze and 673 bronze nuts are wear resistant. They have good machinability and fair corrosion resistance. Cast iron nuts have good machinability and high strength. 360 brass nuts have excellent machinability and good corrosion resistance. PET plastic nuts are lightweight and corrosion resistant. PEEK plastic nuts handle twice as much heat as PET and acetal plastic nuts. They have good chemical resistance and excellent corrosion resistance.
Travel distance per turn, also known as screw lead, is the distance a nut moves with one revolution of the lead screw.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Platform nuts have wide, machinable surfaces for custom mounting.
Thread Size | Lg. | Wd. | Ht. | Center Ht. | No. of Thread Starts | Speed Ratio | Travel Distance per Turn | Thread Fit | Hardness | Dynamic Thrust Load Cap., lbs. | Each | |
932 Bearing Bronze | ||||||||||||
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1/2"-10 | 1 3/4" | 2" | 1 1/8" | 5/8" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2C | Brinell 65 | 1,200 | 000000 | 0000000 |
Platform nuts have wide, machinable surfaces for custom mounting.
Thread Size | Lg. | Wd. | Ht. | Center Ht. | No. of Thread Starts | Speed Ratio | Travel Distance per Turn | Thread Fit | Hardness | Dynamic Thrust Load Cap., lbs. | Each | |
932 Bearing Bronze | ||||||||||||
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1/2"-10 | 1 3/4" | 2" | 1 1/8" | 5/8" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2C | Brinell 65 | 1,200 | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Thread Size | Lg. | Dia. | No. of Thread Starts | Speed Ratio | Travel Distance per Turn | Thread Fit | Hardness | Dynamic Thrust Load Cap., lbs. | Temperature Range, °F | Each | |
Cast Iron | |||||||||||
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1/2"-10 | 1" | 1.469" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2C | Brinell 217 | Not Rated | __ | 000000000 | 000000 |
932 Bearing Bronze | |||||||||||
1/2"-10 | 1" | 1.469" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2C | Brinell 65 | 1,300 | __ | 00000000 | 00000 |
PET Plastic | |||||||||||
1/2"-10 | 1" | 1.469" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2C | Not Rated | 650 | 15° to 175° | 00000000 | 00000 |
PEEK Plastic | |||||||||||
1/2"-10 | 1" | 1.5" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2C | Not Rated | 5,650 | -40° to 525° | 000000000 | 000000 |
Thread Size | Lg. | Dia. | No. of Thread Starts | Speed Ratio | Travel Distance per Turn | Thread Fit | Hardness | Dynamic Thrust Load Cap., lbs. | Temperature Range, °F | Each | |
Cast Iron | |||||||||||
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1/2"-10 | 1" | 1.469" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2C | Brinell 217 | Not Rated | __ | 000000000 | 000000 |
932 Bearing Bronze | |||||||||||
1/2"-10 | 1" | 1.469" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2C | Brinell 65 | 1,300 | __ | 00000000 | 00000 |
PET Plastic | |||||||||||
1/2"-10 | 1" | 1.469" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2C | Not Rated | 650 | 15° to 175° | 00000000 | 00000 |
Combine externally threaded nuts with a flange to create a custom flange nut.
External Thread | |||||||||||||
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Thread Size | Lg. | Dia. | No. of Thread Starts | Speed Ratio | Travel Distance per Turn | Size | Lg. | Thread Fit | Hardness | Dynamic Thrust Load Cap., lbs. | Temperature Range, °F | Each | |
360 Brass | |||||||||||||
1/2"-10 | 3/4" | 1.125" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | 15/16"-16 | 1/2" | Class 2C | Brinell 141 | 1,250 | __ | 000000000 | 000000 |
673 Bronze | |||||||||||||
1/2"-10 | 3/4" | 1.125" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | 15/16"-16 | 1/2" | Class 2C | Brinell 70 | Not Rated | __ | 000000000 | 00000 |
PET Plastic | |||||||||||||
1/2"-10 | 3/4" | 1.125" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | 15/16"-16 | 1/2" | Class 2C | Not Rated | 650 | 15° to 175° | 000000000 | 00000 |
PEEK Plastic | |||||||||||||
1/2"-10 | 3/4" | 1.125" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | 15/16"-16 | 1/2" | Class 2C | Not Rated | 620 | -40° to 525° | 000000000 | 000000 |
Combine externally threaded nuts with a flange to create a custom flange nut.
External Thread | ||||||||||||
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Thread Size | Lg. | Dia. | No. of Thread Starts | Speed Ratio | Travel Distance per Turn | Size | Lg. | Thread Fit | Hardness | Dynamic Thrust Load Cap., lbs. | Each | |
673 Bronze | ||||||||||||
1/2"-10 | 3/4" | 1.125" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | 15/16"-16 | 1/2" | Class 2C | Brinell 70 | Not Rated | 000000000 | 000000 |
Thread onto an externally threaded acme nut to create a custom flange nut.
Carbon steel flanges have good machinability. However, they will rust when exposed to moisture. Black-oxide carbon steel flanges have mild corrosion resistance in dry environments and a dark surface color. 303 stainless steel flanges have good corrosion resistance.
Flange nuts have wide, machinable surfaces for custom mounting.
Flange | |||||||||||||
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Thread Size | Lg. | Dia. | Dia. | Thick. | No. of Thread Starts | Speed Ratio | Travel Distance per Turn | Thread Fit | Hardness | Tensile Strength, psi | Dynamic Thrust Load Cap., lbs. | Each | |
932 Bearing Bronze | |||||||||||||
1/2"-10 | 1 3/4" | 1" | 2" | 3/8" | 1 | 1:1 | 0.1" | Class 2C | Brinell 65 | 35,000 | 1,200 | 000000000 | 0000000 |
Fast-Travel Precision Acme Lead Screws and Nuts
Multiple thread channels (also known as thread starts) create faster linear travel than lead screws with a single thread start. The threads have a tight thread fit for accurate, repeatable starts and stops. Pair with a motor in automated motion and positioning applications. To ensure compatibility, please select components that have the same thread direction, thread size, and number of thread starts.
Carbon steel lead screws and flanges have good machinability. 303 and 304 stainless steel lead screws and flanges have good corrosion resistance.
Cast iron nuts have good machinability and high strength. 932 bearing bronze and 673 bronze nuts are wear resistant. They have good machinability and fair corrosion resistance. PET plastic nuts are lightweight and corrosion resistant.
Travel distance per turn, also known as screw lead, is the distance a nut moves with one revolution of the lead screw.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Thread Size | Lg. | Dia. | No. of Thread Starts | Speed Ratio | Travel Distance per Turn | Thread Fit | Hardness | Dynamic Thrust Load Cap., lbs. | Temperature Range, °F | Each | |
Cast Iron | |||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1/2"-10 | 1" | 1.469" | 2 | 2:1 | 0.2" | Class 2C | Brinell 217 | Not Rated | __ | 000000000 | 000000 |
1/2"-10 | 1" | 1.469" | 5 | 5:1 | 0.5" | Class 2C | Brinell 217 | Not Rated | __ | 000000000 | 00000 |
932 Bearing Bronze | |||||||||||
1/2"-10 | 1" | 1.469" | 2 | 2:1 | 0.2" | Class 2C | Brinell 65 | 1,300 | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
1/2"-10 | 1" | 1.469" | 5 | 5:1 | 0.5" | Class 2C | Brinell 65 | 1,300 | __ | 00000000 | 00000 |
PET Plastic | |||||||||||
1/2"-10 | 1" | 1.469" | 2 | 2:1 | 0.2" | Class 2C | Not Rated | 650 | 15° to 175° | 0000000 | 00000 |
1/2"-10 | 1" | 1.469" | 5 | 5:1 | 0.5" | Class 2C | Not Rated | 650 | 15° to 175° | 00000000 | 00000 |
Thread Size | Lg. | Dia. | No. of Thread Starts | Speed Ratio | Travel Distance per Turn | Thread Fit | Hardness | Dynamic Thrust Load Cap., lbs. | Each | |
932 Bearing Bronze | ||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1/2"-10 | 1" | 1.469" | 5 | 5:1 | 0.5" | Class 2C | Brinell 65 | 1,300 | 00000000 | 000000 |
Combine externally threaded nuts with a flange to create a custom flange nut.
External Thread | |||||||||||||
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Thread Size | Lg. | Dia. | No. of Thread Starts | Speed Ratio | Travel Distance per Turn | Size | Lg. | Thread Fit | Hardness | Dynamic Thrust Load Cap., lbs. | Temperature Range, °F | Each | |
673 Bronze | |||||||||||||
1/2"-10 | 3/4" | 1.125" | 2 | 2:1 | 0.2" | 15/16"-16 | 1/2" | Class 2C | Brinell 70 | Not Rated | __ | 000000000 | 000000 |
1/2"-10 | 3/4" | 1.125" | 5 | 5:1 | 0.5" | 15/16"-16 | 1/2" | Class 2C | Brinell 70 | Not Rated | __ | 000000000 | 00000 |
PET Plastic | |||||||||||||
1/2"-10 | 3/4" | 1.125" | 2 | 2:1 | 0.2" | 15/16"-16 | 1/2" | Class 2C | Not Rated | 650 | 15° to 175° | 000000000 | 00000 |
1/2"-10 | 3/4" | 1.125" | 5 | 5:1 | 0.5" | 15/16"-16 | 1/2" | Class 2C | Not Rated | 650 | 15° to 175° | 000000000 | 00000 |
Thread onto an externally threaded acme nut to create a custom flange nut.
Carbon steel flanges have good machinability. However, they will rust when exposed to moisture. Black-oxide carbon steel flanges have mild corrosion resistance in dry environments and a dark surface color. 303 stainless steel flanges have good corrosion resistance.
Ultra-Precision Lead Screws and Nuts
Operating with less backlash (play) than Precision Acme Lead Screws and Nuts, these provide increased nut life and more reliable movement in automated systems. Also known as single-start and self-locking lead screws and nuts, they have a single thread that runs the length of the screw. The nut travels only when the screw turns, so your system won’t unexpectedly move when the lead screw is at rest. All components are corrosion resistant for use in harsh environments. To ensure compatibility, select components that have the same thread type, thread size, and number of thread starts.
Travel distance per turn, also known as screw lead, is the distance a nut moves with one revolution of the lead screw.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Flange nuts with wear-compensating internal O-ring or wear-compensating spring maintain a tight fit even when their threads begin to wear. They resist backlash to maintain accuracy over time, which is important in positioning applications such as 3D printing and robotics.
Flange | ||||||||||||||
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Thread Size | Lg. | Dia. | Dia. | Thick. | No. of Thread Starts | Thread Type | Speed Ratio | Travel Distance per Turn | Bolt Circle Dia. | Tensile Strength, psi | Dynamic Thrust Load Cap., lbs. | Each | ||
Acetal Plastic | ||||||||||||||
B | 1/2"-10 | 1 1/2" | 0.75" | 1 1/2" | 3/16" | 1 | Rounded Acme | 1:1 | 0.1" | 1 1/8" | 9,700 | 150 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Acetal Plastic with Wear-Compensating Spring | ||||||||||||||
C | 1/2"-10 | 2" | 0.891" | 1 39/64" | 17/64" | 1 | Rounded Acme | 1:1 | 0.1" | 1 1/4" | 9,700 | 25 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Fast-Travel Ultra-Precision Lead Screws and Nuts
Multiple thread channels (also known as thread starts) create faster linear travel than lead screws with a single thread start. Operating with less backlash (play) than Precision Acme Lead Screws and Nuts, these lead screws and nuts provide increased nut life and more reliable movement in automated systems. All components are corrosion resistant for use in harsh environments. To ensure compatibility, select components that have the same thread type, thread size, and number of thread starts.
Travel distance per turn, also known as screw lead, is the distance a nut moves with one revolution of the lead screw.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Flange nuts with wear-compensating internal O-ring or wear-compensating spring maintain a tight fit even when their threads begin to wear. They resist backlash to maintain accuracy over time, which is important in applications such as 3D printing and robotics.
Flange | ||||||||||||||
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Thread Size | Lg. | Dia. | Dia. | Thick. | No. of Thread Starts | Thread Type | Speed Ratio | Travel Distance per Turn | Bolt Circle Dia. | Tensile Strength, psi | Dynamic Thrust Load Cap., lbs. | Each | ||
Acetal Plastic | ||||||||||||||
B | 1/2"-10 | 1 1/2" | 0.75" | 1 1/2" | 3/16" | 2 | Rounded Acme | 2:1 | 0.2" | 1 1/8" | 9,700 | 150 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Acetal Plastic with Wear-Compensating Spring | ||||||||||||||
C | 1/2"-10 | 2" | 0.891" | 1 39/64" | 17/64" | 2 | Rounded Acme | 2:1 | 0.2" | 1 1/4" | 9,700 | 25 | 0000000 | 00000 |