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title: alpha Linear Systems
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date: 2025-12-02
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# alpha Linear Systems
alpha Linear Systems
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For many years, we have been recognized specialists in linear drive systems with pinions and racks. Our particular expertise lies in configuring servo motors, gearboxes, pinions, and racks to create impressive system solutions. To meet your individual requirements for linear drives in terms of smooth running, positioning accuracy, and feed force, we offer solutions that are optimally tailored to your application. Depending on your requirements, e.g., for the racks, we use different manufacturing processes that can be flexibly adapted. Our portfolio includes both inductive-hardened and case-hardened racks with perfectly matched bores and lengths. Innovative mounting concepts, such as the R-flange on the gearbox and INIRA® for precise and efficient rack mounting, round off our systems.
**Flexibility through variable rack lengths**
With our inductive-hardened racks in the Value and Advanced segments, you can choose between 1 m and 2 m lengths depending on your application – flexibly combinable as 2 × 1 m or 1 × 2 m.
**Pinion-rack systems for the highest demands**
WITTENSTEIN alpha pinion-rack systems have proven themselves in a wide range of demanding applications – from machine tools such as portal milling machines and laser cutting systems to automation solutions, e.g. for 7th axes.
Our comprehensive portfolio of high-precision gearboxes, pinions, racks, and a wide range of accessories for relubrication offers the right system solution for every task.
Your advantages – maximum performance across the board
- Maximum precision
- Highest dynamics
- Optimal rigidity
- Long service life
**Tailored to different requirements**
The Premium Linear System sets standards for applications with high to very high demands on smooth running, positioning accuracy, and feed force. In addition to the Premium Linear Systems, the Advanced Linear Systems and Value Linear Systems are available for other requirements in terms of feed force, positioning accuracy, and smooth running.
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[ Value Linear Systems ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/int-en/product/value-linear-systems)alpha Value Line
Max. feed force1.89 – 8 kNMax. feed velocity160 – 400 m/minPositioning accuracy (single drive)≥ 140 µm Rack and pinion system in the Value segment with R-flange
[ Advanced Linear Systems ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/int-en/product/advanced-linear-systems)alpha Advanced Line
Max. feed force1.37 – 21 kNMax. feed velocity45 – 570 m/minPositioning accuracy (single drive)≥ 30 µm Perfectly matched linear systems with planetary, right-angle, worm gearboxes or servo actuators
[ Premium Linear Systems ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/int-en/product/premium-linear-systems)alpha Premium Line
Max. feed force5.45 – 112 kNMax. feed velocity91 – 333 m/minPositioning accuracy (single drive)≥ 30 µm The perfect solution for linear feed drives for machine tools and highly dynamic automation
[ Systems with straight toothing ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/int-en/product/systems-with-straight-toothing)
Max. feed force1.16 – 108 kN Rotary systems with straight toothing
[ Racks ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/int-en/product/racks)
Size / module1,5 mm – 8 mmMax. feed force2.3 – 135 kNLength167 – 2000 mm Racks perfectly matched to our systems with lengths from 500 - 2000 mm
[ Rack assembly accessories ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/int-en/product/rack-assembly-accessories)
For precise and efficient assembly of racks
[ Pinion ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/int-en/product/pinion)
Size / module1,5 mm – 8 mmMax. feed forceGearbox-dependentDesignsFactory assembly Pre-assembled pinions for reduced assembly work
[ LUC+125 lubricator ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/int-en/product/luc-125-lubricator)alpha Advanced Line
Filling quantity125 cm³Number of outlets1Operating voltage24 V Lubricator for optimum relubrication of open toothing with 125 cm3 filling quantity
[ LUC+400 lubricator ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/int-en/product/luc-400-lubricator)alpha Advanced Line
Filling quantity400 cm³Number of outlets1, 2, 3, 4Operating voltage24 V Lubricator for optimum relubrication of open toothing with 400 cm3 filling quantity
[ LMT lubrication pinion ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/int-en/product/lmt-lubrication-pinion)
Size / module1,5 mm – 8 mmHelix angle directionStraight, left-hand, right-handConnection orientationStraight, angled Lubrication pinion and lubricating axes for relubricating the open toothing
[ LUP progressive distributor ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/int-en/product/lup-progressive-distributor)
Number of outlets2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8Operating temperature (depending on the lubricant used)10°C - 60°CHose connectionStraight, 6 mm Progressive distributor for precise lubricant distribution
[ LUS splitter ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/int-en/product/lus-splitter)
Number of outlets2, 3, 4Operating temperature (depending on the lubricant used)10°C - 60°CHose connectionStraight, 6 mm Splitter for lubricant distribution
##### Smooth running
Our pinion and rack systems meet various requirements for smooth running. We offer you the optimal system solution depending on the application.
##### Positioning accuracy
Extreme precision – both in a single drive and in a master-slave configuration for maximum design freedom.
##### Feed force
Our rack and pinion systems are sized to transmit maximum feed forces.
##### Power density
Realization of very high efficiency and maximum power density.
##### Rigidity
Exceptional linear system rigidity for even greater dynamics and precision.
##### Ease of installation
Simple mounting owing to innovative installation processes, tools and accessories.
##### Scalability
Perfectly matched components enable high scalability. This allows you to flexibly implement different performance and size options.
##### Structural design
alpha rack and pinion systems are available in different sizes, performance classes, and segments—perfectly tailored to your requirements.
##### Services
We support you from the initial design and sizing to the assembly and commissioning of your pinion and rack system.
### Value Linear Systems
### Advanced Linear Systems
### Premium Linear Systems
The Value Linear Systems are adapted to linear applications in the Value Segment with comparatively low requirements in terms of smooth running, positioning accuracy and feed force. Typical fields of application include wood working machinery, plasma cutting systems and automation.
[Value Linear Systems](https://stage.wittenstein-group.com/int-en/product/value-linear-systems)
Advanced Linear Systems are optimally suited for applications with mid-level to high requirements for smooth running, positioning accuracy, and feed force.
Typical areas of application include wood, plastic, and composite processing, modern machining centers, and a wide range of automation solutions.
[Advanced Linear Systems](https://stage.wittenstein-group.com/int-en/product/advanced-linear-systems)
The Premium Linear Systems are adapted specifically to applications with extremely high demands in terms of smooth running, positioning accuracy and feed force. They offer drives with an outstanding power density, maximum linear system rigidity and extreme precision both in a single drive and master/slave configuration for maximum design freedom. The option of downsizing also offers savings potential in the drive train.
[Premium Linear Systems](https://stage.wittenstein-group.com/int-en/product/premium-linear-systems)
Our preferred linear systems are always comprised of the perfect combination of gearbox, pinion, rack and lubrication system. Our preferred linear systems are optimized in terms of the degree of utilization of the individual components as well as the feed force, feed speed and rigidity, and are specially selected for the Value, Advanced and Premium segments. The time-consuming search for the most suitable components for your particular application is now a thing of the past.
INIRA® combines our existing innovative concepts for the simple, safe and efficient assembly of racks. INIRA® clamping and INIRA® adjusting have already made the assembly of racks much faster, more accurate and more ergonomic. INIRA® pinning is setting new benchmarks in pinning and is further revolutionizing rack assembly.
 INIRA – The revolution in rack assembly
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### INIRA® clamping
### INIRA® adjusting
### INIRA® pinning
Simply faster and more ergonomic
Previously, enormous effort was required to clamp racks to the machine bed using screw clamps. INIRA® clamping integrates the clamping device in the rack. The rack incorporates a assembly sleeve which is guided over the head of the fastening screw to ensure quick and ergonomic clamping.
**Very short assembly times**
The time required for assembly has been cut by up to 50%, depending on the application.
**Optimized assembly ergonomics**
The assembly process is simple and effortless, reducing the physical strain on the assembly team to a minimum.
**Extreme ease of assembly**
Engineers no longer have to focus on an assembly friendly clamping of the rack. This opens completely new design possibilities.
Simply safer and more precise
In combination with INIRA® clamping, INIRA® adjusting is the ideal solution for perfectly adjusting the transition between two rack segments. The innovativesetting tool can adjust the transition extremely reliably and precisely, accurate to the micrometer.
**Maximum assembly precision**
Precise aligned transitions ensure highest positioning accuracy of the linear drive system along the hole movement path.
**Shortest adjusting times**
Significant reduction of assembly and control effort at rack transition.
Simply better and more efficient
The previous method used for pinning racks was immensely time-consuming. Precision bores had to be drilled and the chips generated had to be removed carefully from the component. INIRA® pinning now offers a completely new solution for the chipless pinning of racks, which reduces assembly times considerably.
**97.78 % time savings**
Simple pinning of the rack in one minute instead of 45 minutes in previous cases.
**No drilling and reaming, 100 % fewer chips**
Outstandingly safe because no chips are generated during the pinning process. No need for time-consuming cleaning work after assembly.
**Exceptionally easy assembly**
Assembly work significantly reduced. Easy to handle in any mounting position.
alpha Linear Systems in the application
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 ### Welding robot
The Value Linear System with NPR and NVS are used in automation portals, welding robots, pick and place robots, 7th axis, etc.
 ### 7th Axis
The Advanced Linear System with TP+ or TP+ HIGH TORQUE and associated right-angle versions is used as a single drive or master/slave drive within a range of up to 21,000 N/drive.
 ### Plasma cutting system
The Value Linear System with NPR for use e.g. in plasma cutting systems, water jet cutting systems, simple laser cutting machines or even pipe bending machines with up to 8,000 N /drive train.
 ### Wood working machine
The Advanced Linear System with SP+ and associated right-angle versions is used predominantly as a single drive within a range of up to 12,000 N/drive.
 ### Flatbed laser
The Premium Linear System with XP+ and associated rightangle and actuator versions is used predominantly as a single drive within a range of up to 11,000 N/drive.
 ### Portal milling machine
The Premium Linear System with RP+ and associated right-angle and actuator versions is mostly used in an electrically braced master/slave configuration in machine tools, allowing feed forces of up to 113,000 N / drive.
### cymex® select
### cymex® 5
### CAD POINT
Finding the right gearbox is easier than ever:
Based on a few application parameters, our innovative quick sizing tool cymex® select recommends a gearbox without extensive calculations. Learn more about cymex® select.
[Learn More](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/int-en/product/cymex-select "Learn More")
Discover our comprehensive design software:
cymex® 5 enables the fast, precise, and reliable design of complete drive systems—proven in use worldwide.
[Learn More](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/int-en/product/cymex-5 "Learn More")
Discover our comprehensive design software:
CAD POINT enables the fast, precise, and reliable design of complete drive systems—proven in use worldwide.
[Learn More](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/int-en/product/cad-point "Learn More")
The INIRA® assembly concept is available in combination with an extensive portfolio of high-performance and precise linear systems.
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Contact us
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Would you like to learn more about our solutions?
We would be happy to advise you—personally, competently, and tailored to your requirements.
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