Product Info Linear actuator
Tsubaki's Linear Actuator includes electric cylinders and jacks that use high-quality in-house screws, and our original Zip Chain-driven Zip Chain Actuators.
Both the screw mechanism and the Zip Chain mechanism can be used in a wide range of applications such as high-speed and high-frequency operation and operation that requires high accuracy by making the best use of the features of the product.
※Zip Chain mechanism is our original technology in which two chains interlock like a zipper to form a single, strong column that can be used by 'pushing and pulling'.
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Types of linear motion mechanism
Zip chain mechanism
- High speed
- high-frequency
- High durability
- Compact
This mechanism uses Tsubaki original “Zip Chain” technology.
It is excellent in compactness and has the features of high speed, high frequency, and durability required for high-tact operation.
Two chains are interlocked to form a single column, enabling push-pull operation.
It is named Zip Chain as it engages like a zipper.
(Click here for a special website on the Zip Chain Mechanism. )
Ball screw mechanism, trapezoidal screw mechanism
- high-frequency
- Large allowable load
- Low noise
Ball screw mechanism
This mechanism is designed to operate at high efficiency by placing a steel ball between the screw shaft and nut to create rolling friction.
Compared to trapezoidal screw mechanisms, it is suitable for high-speed and high-frequency applications, making it suitable for assembly lines and other applications where productivity is required.
In addition, its high efficiency allows the drive source to be made compact.
The use of highly reliable internally manufactured ball screws makes it possible to predict operating life.
A ball screw with a longer lead per revolution is called a high-lead ball screw, which can achieve higher speeds at the same input rotation speed as a normal ball screw.
Trapezoidal screw mechanism
This mechanism operates by sliding friction between the screw shaft and nut, and is suitable for low-speed, low-frequency operation such as maintenance applications.
It has self-locking features not found in ball screw mechanisms, enabling load retention.
It is also economical due to its simple structure.
Tsubaki Linear actuator product line
| Electric cylinder ：Power Cylinder | screws jack ： Linipower Jack |
Ball screw lifting unit ： Linispeed Jack |
Chain Meshing Type Actuators ： Zip Chain Actuator |
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| Type of mechanism | Ball screw Trapezoidal Screw |
Ball screw High Lead Ball Screw |
Trapezoidal Screw | Ball screw | Zip Chain |
| Purpose | Load push-pull | Load push-pull | Load retention | Load push-pull | Load push-pull |
| Features | Integrated motor for easy wiring Clean environment |
Various screw types can be selected | High speed, high frequency, low floor, long life | High speed, high frequency, low floor, and long life that outperforms other mechanisms | |
| Thrust | Maximum 490kN | 4.90kN～980kN | 1.96kN～980kN | 15kN～50kN | 400N～2000N |
| Stroke | Maximum 2000mm | Maximum 2000mm | Maximum 1500mm | Maximum 2000mm | |
| Speed and operation frequency | Maximum speed ：333mm/s Percentage duty cycle ：50%ED※1 |
Max. screw shaft speed ： 50～120mm/s※2 Allowable load hourly rate ： 30%ED |
Max. screw shaft speed ： 40mm/s Allowable load hourly rate ： 20%ED |
Max. screw shaft speed ：200mm/s Allowable load hourly rate ：100%ED※3 |
Maximum speed ：1000mm Percentage duty cycle ：100%ED |
| Application examples |
Tilting device 
Stopper (link mechanism) |
Table lifting 
Rolling roll positioning |
Traversa arm lift 
Pick-up robot lifting |
Stacking and dismounting 
Pallet lifting |
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- ※1 For ECO series servo type
- ※2 Varies depending on screw type
- ※3 Varies depending on conditions
Linear actuator product list
Actuator with overwhelming space saving
The zip chain is our proprietary development in which two chains interlock like a zipper to form a solid column, enabling a “push/pull” action.
A completely new linear actuator that employs this technology is the Zip Chain Actuator.
The zip chain can be stored in a compact case, saving an overwhelming amount of space compared to conventional linear actuator. It also supports high-speed, high-frequency operation and significantly reduces power consumption compared to hydraulic or pneumatic cylinders. In addition, highly accurate multi-point stopping is possible, and the mounting direction is also flexible.
Zip Chain Actuators
Model No. ZCA～
Unprecedented high-speed, high-frequency, low-floor, long-life actuator
- ・Compact ：
The height of the chain case is approximately 1/10 of the stroke, which is low enough to allow installation in tight spaces. Integration with gearmotors and other drive units makes it even more compact. - ・High-speed operation ：
Achieves a maximum speed of 1,000mm/sec during high speed operation, which far outstrips the speeds seen in screw type cylinders and hydraulic/pneumatic cylinders. - ・Hourly load rate 100% ED ：
The use of servo motors enables highly accurate multi-point stopping and continuous operation. - ・Longevity ：
Excellent wear resistance and no chain elongation, resulting in an expected running distance of 4,000 km. - ・Mounts in any direction ：
Can be freely installed in any direction to meet any customer need, such as lifting, horizontal movement, and hanging. - ・Rich lineup ：
All sizes are available with hypoid motor. The reducer TERVO integrated with a servomotor can achieve high-speed positioning operation in a compact configuration. - ・Medium and large sizes with a maximum thrust of 38.2 kN / maximum stroke of 5000 mm are also available.
Rated Thrust N
400～2000
※Without motor
Lifting Mechanism
Zip Chain
Stroke mm
300～2000
