NSK HZF3620-3.5 ball screw
- Brand
- NSK
- Category
- Linear motion
- Subcategory
- Linear motion
- Series
- HZF
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Description
NSK HZF3620-3.5 belongs to ball screw, part of our Linear motion range. Tell us how many you need by WhatsApp or email and we'll get back to you promptly with a quote for HZF3620-3.5 and any equivalents.
For machine tools and automation systems that need accurate, repeatable positioning, the NSK HZF series ball screw turns rotary input into linear travel. MR Industrial Accessories supplies this line to maintenance and purchasing teams across the United States and Latin America.
Reading an HZF code is straightforward once you know the layout. The leading digits give the nominal screw diameter, the digits that follow give the lead, and the trailing suffix shows how many ball circuits the nut carries. Take HZF3616-5: 36 mm diameter, 16 mm lead, five circuits. HZF5020-5 pairs a 50 mm diameter with a 20 mm lead. Suffixes such as -3.5 or -5 change the circuit count, which in turn sets the load capacity and rigidity of the assembly.
Typical installations include machining centers, milling and grinding machines, laser cutters, coordinate measuring equipment, and industrial automation axes. Metalworking, automotive, food processing, and packaging operations rely on them wherever repetitive motion must hold position without drift. Test benches and linear transfer devices also use them.
When specifying a screw, review the axial load, running speed, unsupported length between supports, and lubrication method. HZF screws run with either grease or oil, selected according to duty cycle and operating conditions. During installation, align the support bearings with the nut axis and set axial play to suit the application. Effective sealing keeps contaminants out and helps the screw reach its expected service life.
Interchange is possible with screws from other manufacturers when diameter, lead, length, nut type, and accuracy class all correspond. Because the HZF series has its own thread profile and ball return arrangement, confirm those details before substituting. If you only have a competitor's code or an unmarked part, send it over and we will identify the matching reference or propose a suitable alternative.
To get a quote, message us on WhatsApp or by email with the full part number, for example HZF4016-5, or with your diameter, lead, and length measurements. Our team responds promptly and can help you confirm the right choice for your equipment.
Dimensions
Dimensions and tolerances: Message us the part number on WhatsApp and we'll verify its dimensions and version with the manufacturer's datasheet.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the -5 suffix mean on an HZF screw?
- It indicates the number of ball circuits inside the nut. A -5 nut has five circuits, and that count determines load capacity and rigidity, so it matters when comparing references in the series.
- How do I request a quote for an HZF ball screw?
- Send the complete code, such as HZF4016-5, or provide the diameter, lead, and length. We will reply promptly with the reference you need for your machine.
- Can an NSK HZF screw replace one from another brand?
- Yes, provided diameter, lead, length, nut type, and accuracy class match. Share the original code or measurements and we will point you to the compatible option in the NSK line we supply.