The CS40 6 x 6 Cross Slide Assembly (SKU: K52013-0606) by Arc Products—a Lincoln Electric company—is a high-performance component engineered for the rigorous demands of hard automation and mechanized welding. Designed to facilitate precise manipulation of the welding arc, this assembly provides movement along both horizontal and vertical axes, ensuring optimal torch positioning for high-quality weld deposition. It is specifically optimized for integration with MS, Motorized, and ST Seam Tracking Controls, making it a versatile solution for modern fabrication environments.
Technically, the CS40 is constructed to deliver reliability and longevity. The unit features a lightweight yet rigid aluminum base structure that minimizes the payload on manipulator booms while maintaining structural integrity. The sliding mechanism employs ball bearing V-wheels that glide effortlessly on hardened steel rails. This design significantly reduces friction and wear compared to traditional sliding ways, ensuring smooth, consistent operation over thousands of cycles. The drive system is powered by enclosed DC gear motors which drive covered recirculating ball screws. This enclosure is critical for protecting the internal mechanics from the ingress of welding dust, metallic fines, and other contaminants common in heavy industrial settings.
With a load capacity of 40 lbs (18 kg) at a distance of 6 inches from the adapter plate, the CS40 is perfectly suited for carrying GMAW (MIG) guns and lighter Submerged Arc (SAW) torch assemblies. The 6-inch by 6-inch stroke length offers ample range for correcting fit-up variations and maintaining proper stick-out during operation. The assembly boasts a slew rate of 24 inches per minute (ipm), providing the responsiveness required for real-time seam tracking and rapid repositioning. Whether used for single or tandem arc configurations, the CS40 Cross Slide Assembly delivers the precision required for manufacturing pressure vessels, heat exchangers, and heavy structural components.
| Additional Information |
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| Brand:Lincoln Electric, Arc Products |
| Packaging Description:1 Per Ea |
| Load Capacity:40 lbs |
| Stroke Length:6 in x 6 in |
| Travel Speed:24 ipm |
| Motor Type:Enclosed DC gear motors |
| Construction Material:Aluminum base, Hardened steel rails |
| Compatible Controls:MS Controls, Motorized Controls, ST Seam Tracking Controls |
