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BLA Series
Ball Screw Precision for Low-to-Medium Load Terminal Guides.
10+ Years R&D
1000+ Installations
Setup in <5 Minutes
Key Features
Technical capabilities designed for precision and reliability.
- Ball screw drive mechanism – precision ball screw technology for smooth, efficient linear motion with minimal backlash
- Paired with SCU6x controller – BLA-015 and BLA-030 use SCU6x MD; BLA-067 uses SCU6x MxD for higher current demand
- Front and rear spherical bearing mounting – accommodates misalignment and angular deflection, reducing side loading on the ball screw
- BLA-015-0600-TG – 150 lbf thrust, 6 in stroke, 4 A at 24 VDC for light terminal guides and slitter carriages
- BLA-030-0600-TG – 300 lbf thrust, 6 in stroke, 4 A at 24 VDC for medium-load coating heads and shifting stands
- BLA-067-0600-TG – up to 650 lbf thrust, 6 in stroke, 6 A at 24/48 VDC for maximum BLA capacity terminal applications
- Load capacity up to 10,000 lb – with precision linear bearings (5,000 lb with standard bearings)
Key Benefits
Measurable business value and operational improvements.
- Stop overpaying for oversized actuators – the BLA Series is purpose-built for low-to-medium load applications, delivering up to 650 lbf of thrust at a fraction of the cost and complexity of larger systems
- Handle loads up to 10,000 lb – with precision linear bearings, BLA actuators support web roll loads for most slitter carriages, coating heads, and light shifting stands
- Eliminate custom engineering – three standard models cover the most common low-to-medium load terminal guide applications; order, bolt in, wire up
- Drop in with zero frame modifications – pivot, rod eye, and clevis mounting options match existing frame geometries for pneumatic cylinder or worn actuator replacement
Specifications
Detailed technical specifications and performance data.
| Specification | BLA-015-0600-TG | BLA-030-0600-TG | BLA-067-0600-TG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max Thrust | 150 lbf | 300 lbf | Up to 650 lbf |
| Load Capacity (Standard) | Up to 5,000 lb | ||
| Load Capacity (Precision Bearings) | Up to 10,000 lb | ||
| Stroke Length | 6 in (150 mm) | 6 in (150 mm) | 6 in (150 mm) |
| Maximum Speed | 1–2 in/sec (25–50 mm/sec) | ||
| Drive Voltage | 24 VDC | 24 VDC | 24/48 VDC |
| Motor Current | 4 A | 4 A | 6 A |
| Power Source | SCU6x MD | SCU6x MD | SCU6x MxD |
| Motor Type | Brushless Bi-polar Stepper, 1.8° resolution | ||
| Actuator Type | Ball Screw | ||
| Mounting | Pivot / Rod Eye / Clevis | ||
Documentation & Downloads
CAD files, datasheets, manuals, and technical documentation.
Product Videos
Watch demonstrations, tutorials, and application examples.
Understanding Actuators in Web Guiding Systems | Web Guiding Fundamentals
How to Set the Actuator Parameters in SCU5 Controller
Setting the Parameters of SCU5 for Servo Center Operation using a Physical or Electronic Position.
Web Guide Actuators
See It In Action
Real-world applications and use cases.
- Slitter carriages — precise lateral positioning for slitter knife assemblies
- Coating heads — accurate alignment of coating applicators across the web
- Light shifting stands — lateral shifting of rolls and stands up to 10,000 lb
- Low-to-medium load terminal guides for winders and rewinders handling moderate roll weights