Industrial SA16-PD Linear Round Guide Rails Assembly

Description:

The Thomson SA16-PD Linear Round Guide Rail Assembly is used in precision linear motion systems requiring continuously supported 1.000-inch round shafting. Commonly installed in CNC machines, industrial automation equipment, packaging machinery, material handling systems, woodworking machines, and custom linear guide assemblies, this 24-inch aluminum support rail features predrilled mounting holes and provides rigid shaft support, improved load capacity, and accurate linear guidance for high-performance motion applications. Maintenance teams, machine builders, and system integrators use this guide rail assembly for equipment repair, linear rail replacement, machine retrofits, and precision motion control systems.

Applications:

The Thomson SA16-PD is commonly used in CNC machining centers, robotics, semiconductor equipment, packaging machines, assembly systems, inspection equipment, medical devices, and material handling applications where continuously supported 1-inch round shafting is required to improve rigidity, minimize shaft deflection, and ensure smooth, accurate linear motion.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): SA16-PD (Commonly sold as SRA16-based assembly with shaft and supports)
• Brand: Thomson
• Product Type: Linear Round Guide Rail Assembly
• Rail Type: Aluminum Support Rail Assembly
• Nominal Shaft Diameter: 1.000 in (25.4 mm)
• Rail Length: 24 in (609.6 mm)
• Support Material: Aluminum
• Support Style: Standard Profile
• Mounting Option: Predrilled (PD)
• Mounting Hole Spacing: 6 in
• Compatible Shaft Type: Thomson 60 Case Precision Shafting
• Rail Configuration: Continuously Supported
• Mounting Orientation: Horizontal or Vertical
• Recommended Mounting Bolt: 1/4-20 × 1.5 in
• Approximate Weight: 2.5 lb (Support Rail Only)
• Application: Precision Linear Motion Systems

Common Replacements:

• Thomson SR16-PD
• Thomson SRA16-SS-24
• Thomson SRA16-TU-24