Selection of Articulating Leveling Feet
Why is it important to keep the equipment level?
When installing a feet for mechanical equipment, it is important to choose a feet in order to maintain stability and levelling. Choosing the wrong leveling feet is like wearing the wrong shoes does not feel uncomfortable at first, but over time it may lead to knee pain and even spinal problems.
When equipment installed on an uneven or sloping floor, the following problems may occur:
1. Center of gravity shift:
The ground is uneven, so the center of gravity is concentrated in certain parts, resulting in uneven force during operation, increased vibration, and accelerated wear of parts.
2. Increased vibration:
Uneven floors cause more vibrations when the equipment is in operation, especially in precision machining equipment.These vibrations may affect the accuracy of machined parts, and may also cause loosening or misalignment of parts inside the equipment, accelerating the frequency of equipment abnormalities.
3. Friction and wear:
Equipment that cannot operate stably will increase friction on the contact surface and accelerate parts wear.
4. Trigger other faults:
Localised problems that are not dealt with in time may affect other components and eventually lead to equipment failure.
Therefore, in order to ensure stable operation of the equipment and extend its service life, the Articulating Leveling Feet has become a necessary accessory.
The secret of Articulating Leveling Feet
The secret of the articulating leveling feet is the rounded base at the bottom of the screw,which allows flexible adjustment of the screw direction. Coupled with the height adjustment function, ensures stable operation of the equipment even on uneven ground. This function is like the human ankle. Can you imagine life without ankles?
The addition of anti-vibration function is very important for long time and high load mechanical equipment. It not only absorbs the vibrations generated during operation, but also offsets the vibration waves of other equipment on the floor, avoids resonance, protects equipment from excessive wear and tear, and extends service life.
This anti-vibration feature is like wearing a pair of air-cushion shoes for mechanical equipment, absorbing various vibration and maintaining stability.
The articulated levelling feet not only provide multi-angle adjustment, but also help stabilise the level of the equipment under different ground conditions, preventing vibrations or deviations caused by unstable foundations.
It is the best solution for large-scale processing machines or heavy-duty machine tools that are subject to high loads and can greatly improve operational accuracy and stability.
How to Choose Articulating Leveling Feet?
High-value mechanical equipment relies entirely on feet for support. Please choose your leveling feet carefully. You can refer to the following conditions:
Load Requirement
When selecting a levelling feet, the total weight of the equipment should be taken into account to ensure that the feet can withstand the load and avoid damage or deformation.
However, as the weight of the equipment may be unevenly distributed, it is risky to consider only the total weight, so it is recommended to choose a foot with a higher load to minimise the risk.
The "Asmith" levelling feet have been subjected to a destructive test to calculate the recommended load to ensure that even if the weight of the equipment is not evenly distributed, the levelling feet will be able to withstand the load and reduce the risk of unbalanced loads.
Screw Diameter
The diameter of the screw determines the load capacity of the foot, and the appropriate diameter of the screw can be selected according to the structure of the equipment and load requirements.
Anti-vibrations
The equipment will produce large vibrations during operation. It is recommended to choose a levelling feet with anti-vibration function. Anti-vibration feet usually use thick rubber pads to reduce the amplitude of vibration, which can effectively reduce the impact of vibration on the operation of the equipment and extend the life of the equipment.
Material Selection
Different operating environments require different materials. For example:
1.Stainless steel is suitable for environments with frequent exposure to moisture or chemicals, reducing the risk of corrosion on the feet.
2.Nylon material is suitable for environments with relative humidity around 40-60% to ensure performance and longevity but is not recommended for use in dry rooms
3.Steel (SCM) is one of the top tool steels. The addition of rare elements gives the feet higher tensile strength and oxidation resistance. It is also more economical than stainless steel.