Description
Technical Overview
Manufacturers produce the 4 Hole Joining Strip – 40 Series to serve effectively as a structural connection component. Consequently, this part establishes precise inline, end-to-end joints along the linear axes of your 40 Series T-Slot aluminium extrusions. To accomplish this, the low-profile geometry functions actively as an external tie-plate. It bridges intersecting extrusion profiles during the framework assembly process. Furthermore, the component features a highly accessible, open linear layout. This physical configuration includes four precision mounting holes. As a direct result of this layout, the component spans profile interfaces to extend your structural tracks seamlessly. At the same time, this continuous contact maintains perfect, uniform face alignment. Ultimately, this architectural layout securely anchors mating extrusion surfaces. Therefore, the combined assembly successfully stabilizes multi-axis structures against intense tension and bending moments under directional stress.
Applications
Engineers specify this modular fastening component primarily for structural framework construction utilizing standard 40 Series T-Slot linear profile systems. Specifically, technicians apply the strip to secure parallel profile extensions and long-span structural tracks. Moreover, it links separate frame segments together where your assembly requires seamless linear transitions. For instance, typical mechanical use cases include custom machine frames and material handling systems. It also reinforces industrial enclosure structures and custom workshop fixtures with ease. In addition, the straight layout easily accommodates standard fastening hardware across the joint. Thus, the hardware delivers highly predictable mechanical load distribution across extended inline joints. Finally, this rigid, uniform anchoring preserves overall structural integrity across all your linear profiling tracks.
Technical Specifications
Drawings
| A | B | C | D | kg |
| 38mm | 160mm | 6mm | 8.3mm | 0.098 |
Maker Store Tips and Tricks
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Ensure the mating ends of the aluminium profiles are cut completely square before tightening hardware to guarantee seamless linear tracking.
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Verify that the fastening hardware and sliding T-nuts used match the slot requirements and clearance depth of the specific 40 Series profile slots.
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Tighten fasteners incrementally from the middle outward across the four holes to avoid introducing skew or stress concentrations during final track alignment.
What makes T-Slots such an easy assembly task?
Building frames out of T-Slot extrusions is easy because they eliminate the need for specialized tools or welding, simplifying the assembly process. Building frames using T-Slot Linear Rail will require;
- 40 Series T-Slot Extrusions: These are the main structural components, usually made of aluminium, with slots along their lengths that allow you to easily connect various parts and accessories.
- 40 Series Brackets and Connectors: These are specialized components designed to fit into the T-Slot extrusions and secure them together at various angles. They include corner brackets, T-nuts, L-shaped brackets, and other connectors.
- Fasteners: Bolts, screws, and nuts are required to attach the brackets and connectors to the T-Slot extrusions securely.
- Tools: Basic hand tools like wrenches, Allen keys (hex keys), and screwdrivers are necessary for assembly. Additionally, a saw may be needed to cut the T-Slot extrusions to your desired lengths.
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