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Locking down positioning with norelem’s indexing plungers

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norelem’s range of indexing plungers allow engineers to safely lock movable parts in place thanks to their easy handling and secure fix. This range includes stainless steel plungers with remote actuation and indexing plungers with rotation lock and lead-in chamfer.

A typical indexing plunger features a knob or ring attached to a spring-loaded pin. When the knob is pulled, the pin is retracted, allowing for free movement of the plunger to the desired position. Once released, the spring locks the mechanism in place.

Marcus Schneck, CEO of norelem, said: “Requiring no tools to work with, our indexing plungers help to speed up and improve efficiency and safety when locking moving parts in place. These versatile products benefit from high holding forces and are suitable for applications where a predefined stop location is required, such as in industrial equipment, positioning tools, special vehicles and movable furniture.”

Stainless steel indexing plungers with remote actuation are suitable where inaccessible assembly spaces make operation difficult, or where remote operation is required for ergonomic or safety reasons.

A Bowden cable is used to operate the indexing plunger remotely, transferring mechanical movement, pressure forces or tension forces with a combination of a flexible wire and a pressure-resistant sleeve. Available in various lengths from 1000mm to 5000mm, the Bowden cable can be shortened as required when installing. As an alternative to the actuating element, the supplied screw nipple can be used to integrate an individual actuating element into the system.

norelem’s indexing plungers with rotation lock and lead-in chamfer ensure that the position of the pin in relation to the sleeve cannot be changed. Consisting of a threaded body, index pin and thermoplastic mushroom knob, the operator is able to rotate the point angle of the pin in 60° increments by loosening the screw as far as the marking on the plunger.

Depending on the application requirements, norelem’s rotation lock indexing plungers are available in either steel or stainless steel as well as with a locknut (Form A) and without (Form B).

Engineers can find the components in norelem’s definitive catalogue, THE BIG GREEN BOOK. Datasheets and CAD drawings are available online, and can be ordered directly through norelem’s web shop.

For more about norelem, please visit www.norelem.co.uk.

norelem UK

norelem view themselves as part of a dynamic culture of innovation. We are continually expanding our product portfolio of standard and specialist elements. That is why we have invested in modern logistical structures which enable us to react flexibly and promptly to our customers’ needs delivering the highest quality products and service.

Visit our website 0121 222 5322

About norelem

norelem is a world-leading manufacturer and supplier of flexible standard parts and components for mechanical engineering. The company supplies 60,000 standard products relating to standard machinery and operating elements, as well as automation components.

All these components are detailed in THE BIG GREEN BOOK, norelem’s ideas catalogue and a reference book, ninety-eight per cent of these parts are available from stock, and the business delivers on-site technical support for products. This high level of inventory enables norelem to provide fast and reliable delivery.

About THE BIG GREEN BOOK

THE BIG GREEN BOOK is both norelem’s ideas catalogue and a reference book, and has become the norelem trademark. More than just a standard product catalogue, THE BIG GREEN BOOK represents everything norelem stands for, combining product information, specifications, and technical information, with best practice references, advice, and guidance.

The 2020 version of THE BIG GREEN BOOK is in fact now so big and so comprehensive that it is split into two volumes. You can request the bumper, two-volume print or USB version including 3D CAD data by emailing thebiggreenbook@norelem.co.uk.

About norelem ACADEMY

As the global standard component specialist, norelem helps students, universities and companies with free, specialised lectures in the fields of toolmaking and drive technology through norelem’s training arm, norelem ACADEMY.

Coordinated to your requirements, norelem can offer 90-minute specialist lectures providing insight into the different areas of engineering, and how to bring these insights directly into your practice.

norelem ACADEMY also supports engineering student teams across the globe. By donating components and encouraging knowledge transfer, our experts help close skills gaps and launch the careers of tomorrow’s engineering talent. Global initiatives that norelem supports include Formula Student and The World Solar Challenge, while norelem also holds its own yearly engineering competition, Engineering Newcomer.

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 Telephone link: +44 121 222 5322

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