Basic Parameters, Application Scenarios and Future Development Trends of MIF1002-100-128 Ball Screw

1.Basic Parameters of 1002-100-128 Ball Screw

Nominal Diameter:10mm

Lead :2mm

Total length of thread:100mm

Length of shaft:128mm

Accuracy Class:C3/C5

Helix Direction:Right-hand

Hardness:58~62HRC

Flange Shape:Cicular with Double-Side Cutting

2. Application Scenarios

2.1 Precision Instruments and Testing Equipment

• Optical Instruments: Used in fine adjustment mechanisms for microscope stages and optical path calibration of laser measuring instruments, leveraging its 2mm small lead to achieve micron-level displacement control.

• Semiconductor Testing Equipment: Applied in the positioning system of wafer probers, where its C5 accuracy class ensures precise contact between probes and chip solder joints.

2.2 Small-Sized Automation Equipment

• Electronic Component Assembly Machines: Utilized in processes like mounting mobile phone camera modules and sensors, relying on its compact size (100mm total threaded shaft length) and high rigidity  for efficient and precise assembly.

• Medical Devices: Integrated into end effectors of minimally invasive surgical robots (e.g., laparoscopic instruments), its low-clearance feature guarantees stable and controllable movements.

2.3 Laboratory and Scientific Research Equipment

• Material Testing Instruments: Adopted in the loading mechanism of micro-force testing machines, using precise lead control to realize linear load application.

• Astronomical Observation Auxiliary Equipment: Employed in focusing or tracking systems of small telescopes, with high-precision transmission to compensate for errors caused by Earth’s rotation.

3. Future Development Trends

3.1 Expansion and Deepening of Application Scenarios

• With the trend of "miniaturization and high precision" in fields such as consumer electronics (e.g., wearable devices) and biochips, demand for micro ball screws will keep growing. Their applications in emerging areas like medical robots (e.g., drive mechanisms for capsule robots) and micro 3D printers will be gradually implemented.

• The need for high-precision transmission in new energy equipment (e.g., precision cutting machinery for photovoltaic cells) may accelerate the replacement of traditional lead screws with micro ball screws in medium and low-power automated production lines.

3.2 Directions for Performance Upgrades

• Material and Process Optimization: Higher-strength alloy materials (e.g., powder metallurgy high-speed steel) or surface coating technologies (e.g., diamond-like carbon coating, DLC) may be adopted to enhance wear resistance and service life, adapting to high-frequency and long-cycle working conditions.

• Integration and Intelligence: Future micro ball screws may be integrated with sensors (e.g., linear scales) to enable real-time position feedback and error compensation. Digital modeling could also be used to optimize ball circulation paths, reducing noise and energy consumption.

3.3 Impact of Industry Technology Trends

• Driven by "Industry 4.0" and intelligent manufacturing, micro ball screws may develop toward "customization." Specialized models with low gravity resistance and extreme temperature tolerance will be designed for specific scenarios (e.g., micro robotic arms in space exploration).

• The demand for environmental protection and lightweight design may prompt manufacturers to develop new composite material screws, which reduce weight and energy consumption while maintaining precision.