When to Choose a Lead Screw or a Ball Screw from PBC Linear
<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="/ueditor/php/upload/image/20260214/1771035188758090.png" title="1771035188758090.png" alt="1.png"/></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;">The drive system choice is dependent on key motion features of your application. Lead screws offer self-locking capabilities, while ball screws require brakes to prevent back-driving. The choice between them hinges on efficiency, cost, precision, and speed, with the screw drives themselves paired with a linear guide for optimal performance.</span></p>
13 Feb,2026
