Solve complex “Pick-and-Place” or “Step-and-Repeat” challenges with our professional Moving Slide with Lifting Function drawing. In many automated sequences, a part must be lifted out of a nest, moved horizontally, and then lowered into a second station. While this is often done with two separate actuators, this technical CAD resource provides a blueprint for a Combined Z-on-X Architecture. By downloading this file from MechStream, you gain access to a rigid, high-precision carriage design that maintains its vertical accuracy even while traveling at high speeds.

The design featured in this package focuses on Cantilever Stability and Cable Management. The drawing includes detailed layouts for a primary horizontal slide (the “X-axis”) which carries a secondary vertical lifting module (the “Z-axis”). A major engineering hurdle in these designs is managing the “overhung load” (moment) on the horizontal bearings when the lift is at full extension. By utilizing this blueprint, you can implement a design that uses wide-set linear guides and lightweight aluminum extrusions to maximize acceleration while minimizing vibration and deflection.

Our technical documentation prioritizes synchronization and reliability. The assembly is designed to handle both pneumatic lifting (for simple binary heights) and motorized lead-screw lifting (for variable height control). Whether you are building an automated laboratory sampler, an electronic component sorter, or a palletizing transfer arm, this drawing provides the exact motor mounting patterns, sensor “Home” positions, and high-flex cable track (e-chain) routing required for a professional-grade installation.

Key Features:

  • Integrated Dual-Axis Movement: Combines horizontal translation and vertical lifting into a compact, pre-aligned assembly.
  • Moment-Resistant Bearing Layout: Engineered with oversized carriages to handle the dynamic forces generated by moving a lifted load.
  • Synchronized “E-Chain” Routing: Detailed blueprints for cable and hose management to prevent tangling or fatigue during millions of cycles.
  • Lightweight Honeycomb Carriage: Utilizes structural weight reduction to allow for higher speeds and smaller motor requirements.
  • Fail-Safe Z-Axis Brake: Includes specifications for a pneumatic lock or electronic brake to prevent the lift from dropping during power loss.