Linear modules for small installation spaces

Small size, small price

drylin® miniature linear modules

The smaller the installation space, the smaller the components have to be. Here, the weight of individual machine elements can also play an important part in the machine's or automaton's performance. With miniature drylin linear modules, igus offers a wide range of products with extremely small, especially light and quiet linear modules and linear axes. Here, special attention is paid to a robust construction of the miniature linear axes. To provide an ideal solution for most application areas, igus offers miniature linear modules with lead screw drive or toothed belt drive. Here, the drives can be carried out both manually and with a motor.

Overview of miniature linear modules

SLN econ ► Cost-effective

System height/width 22mm x 28mm
Cost-effective entry-level model
Based on drylin® N low-profile guide system
Drive: dryspin® trapezoidal or high helix thread

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SLNV ► Pre-loaded

System height/width 22mm x 28mm
Precise with pre-load
Based on drylin® NSV pre-load prism slide
Drive: dryspin® trapezoidal or high helix thread

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SLT ► Flat

System height/width from 20mm x 45mm
Low-profile design due to lateral lead screw arrangement
Based on drylin® T miniature guide
Drive: dryspin® trapezoidal or high helix thread

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SHT ► Robust

System height/width from 23mm x 65mm
Installation Size 08 in SHT modular system (aluminium/stainless steel)
Based on drylin® R round shaft guide
Drive: dryspin® trapezoidal or high helix thread

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SLW ► Modular

System heights/widths from 20 mm x 32 mm
Modular SLW Installation Sizes 06/10
Based on drylin® W profile guide
Drive: dryspin® trapezoidal or high helix thread

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Miniature linear module with toothed belt drive

ZLN ► Low-profile and fast

System height/width 28mm x 40mm
Low-profile design for quick positioning
Based on drylin® N low-profile guide system
Drive: Toothed belt

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Our highlight among the "minis"

SLW-0620 linear module for the smallest installation spaces
Our latest miniature linear module is the SLW-0620. It consists, among other things, of our tried-and-tested torsion-resistant drylin® W double rail WS-06-20. In this case, however, drylin® W not only stands for the product shape, but also for "world of miniature". The powerful midget impresses with a width of 32mm and an overall height of just 20mm. For manual or electric adjustment, you can also find suitable Control elements or ready-to-connect drylin® E Electric motors can be ordered in addition.

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Miniature linear module sample incl. spectacle case

You have to look very closely!

Ask for the free miniature linear module in a spectacle case with further information about igus® drive technology. Convince yourself of the quality of the small, lubrication-free linear modules.

Space-saving and robust design
100 % lubrication-free
Very light construction
Cost effective

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In just a few steps to the harnessed drive system

Configure drylin drive technology online

With the online configurator for drive technology, you will receive your customised drive technology system after entering your requirements. You also have the option of requesting or ordering motors and other accessories such as the motor control unit.

Quick and easy configuration
Optional accessories
Detailed parts list
Fast delivery

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Your advantages with miniature drylin® linear modules

Quiet operation

Corrosion-resistant

Particularly space-saving

Very light

100% lubrication-free

Cost-effective

Application examples featuring small installation spaces

Alberts One smoothie mixing station

With its "Alberts one", the company Alberts has developed an innovative solution to meet the need for healthy food even in stressful everyday life: a robotic vending machine that prepares fresh, healthy snacks such as smoothies, hot soups and vegan shakes on site. For this purpose, a cost-effective, temperature-resistant solution was required.

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Electrical adjustment system in the espresso machine

The Italian company develops professional coffee machines under the brand name "CIME". The enterprise sets great store by the reliability, robustness and performance of its machines. And, of course, the confined installation space in the espresso machine must be used as best as possible.

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Automated robot kitchen Cook-e

The French start-up Cook-e developed a robot kitchen that can prepare dishes on its own. From making entries in the system to adding ingredients and frying them to carrying out an independent cleaning program - Cook-e helps restaurant owners save time and money.

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Format adjustment in inspection technology

Visual inspection of very large numbers of small components: Gefra GmbH in Friedewald, Westerwald, has dedicated itself to the automation of this highly complicated task - something that it does successfully all over the world. For the electrical adjustment of the lighting units, Gefra uses complete linear drive units from the drylin product range.

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More products for small installation spaces

Lead screw stepper motors

For a motorised low-profile linear module lead screw drive, igus offers powerful lead screw stepper motors. They are available in various installation sizes and can be ordered with or without an encoder. The combination with a dryspin® lead screw guarantees precise centring and a long service life of the low-profile linear module.

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Small linear guides

Whether narrow or flat, the drylin® miniature and low-profile guide systems were specifically developed to enable precise movements and positioning in small machines, vending machines and devices. Each linear system slides without lubrication and maintenance, ensuring absolute silence and remaining perfectly clean.

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