13.1 MINISLIDE MS Product Characteristics
13.1.1 Extensive Range
MINISLIDE MS range
The type MS range includes rail widths of 4 and 5 mm, available, depending on type, in four or five different lengths and strokes.
MS 5
| System lengths in mm: | 15 – 50 |
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| Strokes in mm: | 8 – 42 |
MS 4
| System lengths in mm: | 10 – 25 |
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| Strokes in mm: | 6 – 22 |
13.1.2 Maximum Load Carrying Capacity and Compact Form
The Gothic arc profile of MINISLIDE MS guideways allows for load capacities up to 15 times higher than those of a 90° V-profile. MINISLIDE MS therefore allows for compact and robust constructions whilst keeping weight to a minimum.
Gothic arc profile
The gothic arc guideway profile compared to the 90° V-profile
90° V-profile
13.1.3 Integrated Cage Centering Feature
MINISLIDE MS 4 and MS 5 have a one-piece plastic cage at their disposal to counteract the effects of cage creep. The cage is positioned using the integrated cage centering feature.
MINISLIDE MS