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UniSlide® Elevating Tables

UniSlide Elevating Tables address customer requirements for positioners with lifting capabilities and a range of heights.


Elevating Tables

There are four series of UniSlide Elevating Tables to address applications that require additional strength, rigidity and versatility. The models in three of the series are designed using the rugged proven UniSlide Linear Stages as the free-standing base mounted in the vertical position with a heavy-duty right-angle platform to carry the payload. The fourth series – the smaller A39 – pushes up from underneath the platform for a 360° unobstructed lift.

Velmex pre-configured Elevating Tables lift to a height of 15.5" (393.7 mm) with a travel distance of 9" (165.1 mm). The large table can handle a payload to 100 lbs. (45.5 kg.).

Velmex pre-configured Elevating Tables are manually operated. To lift a payload utilizing a motor, look at using a motorized UniSlide® or BiSlide® mounted vertically. Should the need for a different configuration, length or payload capacity arise, most manual or motorized Velmex linear stages can be mounted vertically and used as an elevating table.


Elevating Table Features


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Elevating Tables Model / Series Options

A39 Elevating Table

A39 Series – Two models with a lift range of 1" (2.54 cm) to 3.25" (8.26 cm) and a maximum vertical payload capacity of 25 lbs. (11.34 kg). These models feature an unobstructed tabletop platform.

 

• A3901W1

• A3903W1

 

B29 Elevating Table

B29 Series – The smallest of the vertical tables with a maximum payload capacity of 30 lbs. (13.6 kg) and vertical travel range of 1.5" (3.81 cm) to 6.5" (16.51 cm). Three models in this series.

 

• B2904W1*

• B2906W1*

• B2909W1*

* Alternative lead screw pitches available. Contact a Velmex application engineer.

B49 Elevating Table

B49 Series – These elevating tables have a maximum payload capacity of 50 lbs. (22.7 kg) and vertical travel range of 2" (5.1 cm) to 8" (20.32 cm). Three models in this series.

 

• B4906W1*

• B4909W1*

• B4912W1*

* Alternative lead screw pitches available. Contact a Velmex application engineer.

B69 Elevating Table

B69 Series – The tallest of the vertical tables with a maximum payload capacity of 100 lbs. (45.5 kg) and vertical travel range of 3" (7.62 cm) to 9" (22.86 cm). Three models in this series.

 

• B6909W1*

• B6912W1*

• B6915W1*

* Alternative lead screw pitches available. Contact a Velmex application engineer.

 


Specifications


Factors such as size of the motor, size of the payload, travel distance, mounting direction/plane, etc. effect the actual capability of any assembly. Please contact Velmex Application Engineers to configure a system that will meet your exact requirements.

UniSlide® Elevating Tables Vertical Travel Distance Height Platform Size (W x L)
Series Inches cm Inches cm Inches cm
B29 B29 Series Elevating Table 1.5" - 6.5" 3.81 – 16.51 6.875" - 11.875" 17.46 – 30.16 2.5" X 4" 6.35 – 10.16
B49 B249 Series Elevating Table 2" - 8" 5.08 – 20.32 8.875" - 14.875" 22.54 – 37.78 4" X 4.5" 10.16 – 11.43
B69 B69 Series Elevating Table 3" - 9" 7.62 – 22.86 12.75" - 18.75" 32.39 – 47.63 6" X 6.5" 15.24 – 16.51
UniSlide® Elevating Tables Vertical Travel Distance Retracted Height Platform Size (W x L)
Series Inches cm Inches cm Inches cm
A39 Motorized XSlide 1" - 3.25" 2.54 – 8.26 2.25" - 4.5" 5.72 - 11.43 2.50" X 4.1" 6.35 – 10.41


UniSlide® Elevating Tables Maximum Vertical Load Weight Assembly W X L
Series lbs. kg. lbs. kg. Inches cm
B29 B29 Series Elevating Table 30 13.6 2.75 – 4.7 1.25 – 2.13 4" X 4" 10.16 X 10.16
B49 B249 Series Elevating Table 50 22.68 6.7 – 9.18 3.04 – 4.18 6" X 7.31" 15.24 X 18.57
B69 B69 Series Elevating Table 100 45.5 14.7 – 19.5 36.7 – 8.85 8" X 9.75" 20.32 X 24.77
UniSlide® Elevating Tables Maximum Vertical Load Weight Assembly W X L
Series lbs. kg. lbs. kg. Inches cm
A39 Motorized XSlide 25 11.34 1.3 – 2 0.59 – 0.91 2.50" X 4.1" 6.35 – 10.41


UniSlide® Elevating Tables Minimum Platform Height Minimum Platform Height (Inverted)
Series Inches cm Inches cm
B29 B29 Series Elevating Table 3.375" 8.57 0.75" 1.91
B49 B249 Series Elevating Table 4.5" 11.43 0.875" 2.22
B69 B69 Series Elevating Table 6.5" 16.51 0.875" 2.22
UniSlide® Elevating Tables Maximum Platform Height  
Series Inches cm
A39 Motorized XSlide 3.25" - 7.75" 8.26 – 19.69

Lead Screw Specifications for Elevating Tables
UniSlide® Elevating Tables Turns per Inch Advance per Revolution Screw Motion Type Code Letter – Standard Accuracy Division on Graduated Knob Lead Screw Diameter
Series
B29 10 0.100" W1 100 3/8"
B49 10 0.100" W1 100 3/8"
B69 10 0.100" W1 100 1/2"
A39 10 0.100" W1 N/A 3/8"



Repeatability 0.00015" (4 microns) typical
Straight line accuracy 0.003"(0.076 mm) over entire travel distance. Higher accuracy 0.0015" (0.038mm) available
Screw lead accuracy 0.003"/10" (0.076 mm/25 cm) 0.0015"/10" available. Consult factory.
Operating temperature 0 to 180° F (-18 to 82° C)
Properties of Velmex Stages Information on stage composition, tolerances, wear and design for specialty applications.

 


Basic Dimensions for UniSlide Elevating Tables

Manual Elevating Table Dimensions


A39 Elevating Table

A39 Elevating Table Dimensions



Options/Accessories for UniSlide® Elevating Tables

Thumb lock on lead screw

Thumbscrew-on-Lead-Screw Lock (-TL) – An easy method to fix the slider utilizing a simple thumbscrew on the lead screw at the end bearing block.

Dual Screw Lock

Dual Screw Lock (-DL) – Available on the A39 Series, this lock attaches on both sides to lock the dual internal sliders in place.

For details on either lock, please see Motion-Locks page.

Knobs for Elevating Tables

Alternative Knobs – The knob with the crank is standard on Velmex Elevating Tables. A Graduate Knob with the scale mounted on the top side of the base is optional.

Platform Shelves

Platform Shelf – A right angled bracket designed to be used with UniSlide® Elevating Tables. However, they also can be used with vertically mounted UniSlide Assemblies to support a payload. The shelf can be inverted depending on the motion required.

For more specifics and to see the shelf in use on a Velmex stage visit the UniSlide Adapters page.

Black Anodized UniSlide

Finishes – Standard UniSlide Assemblies have a brushed aluminum finish. Optional finishes are available at an additional charge and include:

 

• Black Anodizing, additional colors also available. (pictured)
Other coatings maybe available with a minimum lot charge:

• Hard Coat Anodized and dyed black
• Electroless Nickel Plated
• Specialized coatings for specific applications such as food processing or medical applications
• Modifications for use in a vacuum environment

 

NOTE: Lead Screw pitch variations are represented by a single drawing number. For example - B2906W1 becomes B2906XXX. A "W1" lead screw pitch is standard with Velmex Elevating Tables, although other lead screws are available.

For .STP files, you may need to right click on the download button and save the "target" or "link".

  "Right Click" to download.
Series Type File Name Description Download View
A39 Series
A39 STP a3903.stp Elevating Table, basic knobs, 3.25" Travel Download Button -
A39 SAT a3903.sat Elevating Table, basic knob, 3.25" Travel Download Button -
A39 DXF A39CAT.DXF Elevating Table A3901 and A3903, 1" and 3.25" Travel, respectively Download Button -
B29 Series
B29 STP B2906xx-TL.stp Elevating Table, basic knob amd thumbscrew lock, 3.5" Travel - (horizontal image) Download Button -
B29 STP B2909xx.stp Elevating Table, basic knob, 6.5" Travel - (horizontal image) Download Button -
B49 Series
B49 DWG B4912W1.dwg Elevating Table, basic knob, 8" Travel Download Button -
B69 Series
B69 STP B6909xx.stp Elevating Table, no knob, 3" Travel Download Button -
B69 STP B6912W1.stp Elevating Table, basic knob, 6" Travel Download Button -
B69 STP B6912xx.stp Elevating Table, no knob, 6" Travel Download Button -

 

 


Velmex UniSlide® Elevating Table Applications and Examples

These are examples of Velmex products. If you wish a similar product, please contact us with your specific application specifications (travel distance, payload, hours per day in use, resolution, speed range, etc.). You can use the Request Assistance form.

The example displayed may be a custom configuration, designed to the customer's specifications; and not offered as a standard product. Custom configurations could contain custom, externally-fabricated components.

Pictured in our gallery are examples of configurations for manual pre-configured UniSlide Elevating Tables, along with configurations that also include other Velmex products. Product and accessory offering is subject to change and availability.

Example Key Code Meaning Example Key Code Meaning
A Manually Operated M Motorized
S Standard C Custom Configuration
B BiSlide U UniSlide
X XSlide R Rotary Tables
T XY Tables TT Turntables
E Elevating Tables FS Fun Stuff (Ingenious, Cool, or Just out of the ordinary applications)

 

Single Axis Elevating Tables
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  • Simple Velmex Elevating Table description
    Example: ASE1
  • B29 UniSlide Elevating Table description
    Example: ASE2
  • B49 Series Elevating Table B49
    Example: ASE3
  • Elevating Table description
    Example: ASE4
  • B69 Elevating Table description
    Example: ASE5
  • B69 Elevating Table description
    Example: ASE6
  • Black Elevating Table description
    Example: AST7
  • Black small A39 Series Table description
    Example: AST8
  • descriptiondescription
    Example: ASE9

Multiple Axes - Elevating Tables
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with other UniSlide Assemblies
  • description UniSlide Elevating Table on UniSlide
    Exp: ASE2001
  • UniSlide on Elevating Table description
    Exp: ASE2002
  • Elevating Table on XY UniSlides description
    Exp: ASE2003
  • XY UniSlide on Elevating Table description
    Exp: ACE2004
  • Black UniSlide on black Elevating Table description
    Exp: ACE2005

Combination Assemblies
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  • Elevating Table on XY Table description
    Exp: ASEU3001

Working Images
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  • Camera on XSlide description
    Workhold

Examples of other Velmex products can be found on the Examples page or in the Examples section for each product.

 

 

 

 

 

Many questions can be answered by reviewing the "Features", "Model / Series", "Specifications", "Options / Accessories" and "Technical Documentation" sections for each product line. Additional FAQs about product comparisons, product construction, purchasing and shipping can be found on the company FAQ page.

UniSlide Elevating Table FAQs
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Why would I use an Elevating Table?

You would use an elevating table when you require free standing vertical travel with a platform shelf. The Velmex Elevating Tables are more rigid then turning a linear stage into a vertical axis, making them more stable. However, if you do want longer travel distance or a narrower or wider frame, almost all Velmex linear stages can be converted to an elevating table with the addition of a base plate and a platform shelf. They can be engineered to provide added rigidity, support and stability.

What comprise Velmex Elevating Tables?

Velmex Elevating Tables are made of Velmex world renown UniSlide assemblies. They use a deeper base under the dovetail ways for added support and feature an oversize base for added stability in the vertical position. A right angle platform is mounted to the carriage that can be mounted in the inverse to add versatility to the travel envelope.

Do Velmex Elevating Tables use lead screws other than the "W1" with 0.100" per revolution?

Yes. Velmex Elevating Tables are standard with the W1 lead screw. Finer pitch lead screws with greater sensitivity are available as an option.

Do UniSlides need lubrication and how often?

Lubrication is important for motion systems or wherever you want maximum life and the lowest friction. UniSlide Assemblies can be lubricated with Velmex Lubriplate Aero®. Only a few drops are required to keep your slide running smoothly. The load and hours of use effect the amount and frequency of lubrication. See the user guide that came with your UniSlide for recommendations.

Can UniSlides Tables be mounted together?

Yes, UniSlides can be mounted together in XY, XZ, XYZ configurations. Mounting UniSlide assemblies in multi-axis systems requires the use of adapter plates and brackets. They also can be combined with Velmex Rotary Tables and our other linear stages to make custom systems to meet a wide range of applications. See UniSlide Options and Accessories for more information on the plates and adapters. Also see our examples pages for images featuring Elevating Tables combined with other Velmex products.

 

 


If you have questions about your specific application or want us to design a system incorporating Velmex UniSlide Elevating Tables, please complete the Request Assistance form or call Velmex to speak to one of our Application Engineers.