Acme Screw

Nook Industries MPN 3/8-4 X 6FT RH Ball Screws & Lead Screws

This is an Acme Screw. It has a 3/8 inch diameter, 4 threads per inch, and is 6 feet long with a right-hand thread. This screw is typically used for power transmission and linear actuation, often in jacks or presses.

Specifications

Diameter	3/8 inch
Handedness	Right Hand
Length	6 ft
Threads per Inch	4

About ball screws & lead screws

Acme Screw is listed under Ball Screws & Lead Screws — rolled and ground ball screws, acme lead screws and nuts. Ball screws and lead screws convert rotary motion into linear motion, or vice-versa, with high precision and efficiency. Ball screws utilize recirculating ball bearings between the screw shaft and the nut, providing low friction, high efficiency (typically >90%), and minimal backlash.

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