Ball Screws

Understand pitch, lead, and accuracy ratings to select the right ball screw for your drive requirements.

A precision ball screw assembly mounted in a linear motion machine.

Ball Screw Buyers Guide: Pitch, Lead, and Load Selection

Choose ball screws by matching pitch and lead to your speed and travel needs, then verify load ratings. This guide provides a framework for specifying pitch, lead, and

Oct 6, 2026 · 7 min read