Rod Locks

Nexen’s Static Rod Locks deliver precision holding with virtually no backlash, providing high accuracy in demanding applications.

These spring-engaged, air-released units come in both ISO and NFPA sizes. The Rod Lock’s large clamping surface ensures high clamping/holding force and Nexen offers models for use on a pneumatic cylinder or as a stand-alone unit on a guide rod. The design is sealed and features a natural brushed aluminium finish or a corrosion-resistant, anodised finish.

Nexen’s Static Rod Locks deliver precision holding with virtually no backlash, providing high accuracy in demanding applications. These spring-engaged, air-released units come in both ISO and NFPA sizes and will accept standard accessories.

• Precision operation maintains accurate positioning
• Large clamping surface ensures consistent performance
• Spring-engaged units engage in power-off situations 
• Sealed to withstand harsh environments
• Manual release

Nexen’s linear holding/locking devices take rod-locking technology to the next level. With superior performance, these spring-engaged, air-released units supplement air cylinders and guide rods for holding in power-off/e-stop situations. The Rod Lock’s large clamping surface ensures high clamping/holding force, and Nexen offers models for use on a pneumatic cylinder or as a stand-alone unit on a guide rod. 

Customers can further increase holding forces by stacking multiple Rod Locks together. The patented design is sealed and features a natural brushed aluminum finish or a corrosion-resistant, anodized finish. Whatever your application, precision operation with hassle-free performance comes standard with each compact unit.

Nexen’s Spring Engaged, Air Released Rod Locks are safety rated to comply with international safety standard ISO 13849-1. Category Level up to 4 and Performance Level up to e, able to be achieved using Nexsafe products in recommended configuration.

Applications

• Machine Tools
• Hydraulic Presses
• Scissor-Lift Tables
• Positioning Equipment
• Amusement Ride Equipment
• Printing & Paper Handling Equipment
• Theatrical Equipment (Platforms)
• Injection Moulding Machines
• Automation Equipment
• Elevators And Lifts
• Mining Applications

NexSafe™ products are ISO 13849-1 Functional Safety certified by Intertek©, providing dependable and verified safety solutions for machine builders. Perfect for safety-focused applications, they ensure reliable performance during operations like holding, emergency stopping, and positioning.

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Rod Locks

Nexen’s Static Rod Locks offer precise and virtually zero-backlash holding, ensuring high accuracy in demanding applications.