The Use of Link Motion on Mechanical Presses

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Article Extract Link motion will improve almost any metal stamping operation, however, what must be remembered is that as one size does not fit all, also one link motion does not work for everything. Selecting the correct modified slide motion for each specific application will enhance press and die performance and produce parts of the ultimate quality while reducing costs.

Article Highlights

• What is link motion
• Modified Slide motion for specific applications
• Draw link
• Progressive die link
• Vertical link
• Knuckle joint
• Are link presses good for blanking
• Feeds or transfers applied to link motion presses
• Dynamic balancing of inertia forces
• Link motion and die life
• Link motion and spring loaded strippers
• Other benefits of using link motion

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AIDA-America Corporation