E 3380 cooled compact slide unit This compact slide from Meusburger boasts a hardened construction and diamond-like-carbon (DLC) coating. It is available from stock at Meusburger, and customers can access the 3D CAD data for all sizes of the slide assembly.
What’s new? The E 3380, which Meusburger said is the only compact slide unit on the market that has a prefabricated cooling hole and an integrated fountain.
Benefits Shorter cycle times and improved part quality. Both can be improved by the slide unit’s cooling function, which optimizes the production process. It also makes installation easier for users with geometries that maximize flexibility. It is available in three sizes with two different slide stroke lengths, up to 40mm.
Meusburger US Inc., Mint Hill, N.C., 704-526-0330, www.meusburger.com
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