T Slot Rails

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T-Slot / V-Slot

T-Slot has been around for many years. It has matured to a solid building system using in industry and by hobby engineers to build everything from machine enclosures to CNC machines, 3D printers and robots! It is strong enough to withstand many industrial stresses and modular enough allow for universal designs.

The T-slot system consists of extruded aluminum of various sizes with a “T” shaped slot on one or more of its sides. The shapes, sizes and designs may be different, but the “T” slot is common to all. The “T” slot allows of a variety of hardware to be connected to the extrusion so that complex structures can be constructed.

Types of T-Slot

There are many types of T-Slot available on the market. Some of the most common for small scale engineering include:

  • V-Slot
  • MakerBeam
  • OpenBeam
  • MicoRax

As show above, these 4 type range from 10mm to 20mm square profile. Each profile has its unique features, but all share the “T” slot function.

The profiles are not limited to square. V-slot, for example, comes in 4 sizes 20x80mm, 20x60mm, 20x40mm and 20x20mm :

T slot rail system

Some manufactures produce larger square and other shaped profiles:

MakerBeam can fit a screw into its T-slot:

MicroRax is small, light and uses t-nuts and screws:

OpenBeam can fit a standard nut into its t-slot:

Aluminum T-slot Rails

V-Slot uses t-nuts and is different from the other profiles because has “V” grooves that fit special “V” wheels and allow for easy linear motion:

Above are four different approaches to T-slot, there are in fact many more.

Advantages of mk Extruded Aluminum Framing & T-Slot Aluminum Extrusions

With mk Aluminum Framing and t-slot aluminum extrusions you can build just about anything you can imagine, whether it be machine bases, safety enclosures, perimeter guards, tool racks, robot stands, carts, workstations, display units or something else.

  • Flexibility
  • Fast assembly
  • Easy reconfiguration
  • Cost and labor savings
  • Superior fit and finish
  • Easy-to-use system components
  • Designed for high load applications
  • High strength to weight ratio
  • Corrosion resistance
  • Re-usability of components

All t-slot extruded aluminum systems are engineered for a precise fit and maximum rigidity. Forget the hassles and inflexibility of steel – the welding, grinding, painting and waiting. mk t-slot aluminum extrusions offer you fast assembly, easy reconfiguration and unlimited flexibility.

Machine GuardThis machine guard features yellow paneling with wire mesh access doors and internal docking stations.
Laboratory Work CenterThis custom work center is constructed out of a variety of mk profiles with wood paneling and work-surfaces.
Custom VST ApplicationA custom VST with timing belt driving auxiliary equipment.
Machine GuardThis machine guard features a separate access location for the control panel of the equipment.
Guard with Panel ClipsThis is an example of a a black PVC mesh panel held in place in the t-slot of the extrusion.
Machine GuardThis is an example of a machine guard in a robotic work cell.
Conveyor with Custom GuardThis is an example of a guard constructed with closed-sided profiles, mounted to a conveyor.
Access DoorThis is an access door in a PVC wire mesh guard around a conveyor.
Machine GuardThis is an example of a machine guard used in an OEM application.
Workcell Guardingmk guarding is used to seperate robotic workcells.
Workcell with CartsThis guard features integrated carts, which when in place act as part of the guard, but can be removed as needed.
Guard Corner ExampleThis is an example of a guard with clear polycarbonate paneling.
Custom Plate Linear Module LZRThis is a custom linear module featuring foam filled mk extrusion.
Wire Mesh GuardingPVC coated wire mesh paneling mounted into the t-slot of the guard.
Custom CartThese custom carts are portable and feature different top surfaces.
Conveyor GuardThis conveyor guard feature clear poly-carbonate guarding mounted into the t-slot of the mk extrusion.
Linear Module LZRA mk LZR linear module, with a hollow shaft for motorized operation.
Machine GuardThis machine guard features mk's flat finish profile and clear polycarbonate removable paneling.
Parallel ConnectorThis is an example of a parallel plate holding sections of guards together.
Machine GuardClear polycarbonate paneling is held in place use mk panel clips. This allows the paneling to be removed.
RailsTrack
Glide AssembliesThis is a photo of the three glide assemblies for the 50 system.

Double Aluminum T Slot Rail

Shelving and GuardingThis is an example of a shelf within a wire mesh guard.
Door with Lock and Handlemk offers a wide variety of handles and locks for guarding

Steel T Slot Rails

Hinge on an Unframed PanelSmall door can be supplied unframed, this hinge would be used.
Machine Guard with Pull OutThis guard features pull out draws for product and process access.
Custom WorkstationThis custom workstation features a ball transfer work surface.
Counter Balance WindowThis is an example of a counter balance window constructed out of mk profile and components.
Storage ContainerThis is a custom storage container with an integrated work surface.
Storage LockersThis is an example of custom designed storage lockers, with blue paneling and flat finish profile construction.
Side Gripper Conveyors with VSTTwo side running conveyors are mounted to a VST linear module which is used to vary the spacing between the conveyor belts.
WorkstationA workstation integrated into a conveyor line.
Work Surfacesmk offers a wide variety of surfaces for workstations.
WorkbenchThis is an example of a height adjustable workbench. The height is adjusted manually using mk's telescoping profile.
Door with LockThis is an example of a door constructed out of mk profile with an integrated key lock.
Pneumatic PortSeveral mk profiles can be pressurized and used as a pneumatic beam. This is an example of an outlet port.
Elevate
Shop CartsThese shop carts feature red closure strip in the t-slot to make them easily identifiable.
Factory ShelvingThis is an example of storage shelving for a factory.

Steel T Slot Rail

Laboratory CartThis is an example of a cart designed for use in a laboratory, constructed using mk flat finish profiles.
Motor Driven VSTMotors can be used to drive mk VST linear modules.
VSTTwo examples of mk linear modules, VST
LZR and ConveyorThe LZR is used in combination with other linear modules to move a fixture mounted above the conveyor.
Custom Linear ModuleThis is an example of a custom linear module mounted in a frame constructed out of mk profiles.
WorkstationA workstation complete with an overhead light, power strip, draw, shelf and bins.
Custom CartThis custom cart features shelves on both sides of an open frame.
Vertical VSTThis VST is used to move fixtures vertically.
Linear Module Elevatormk linear module, LZR, is used in an elevator fashion here to move the platform.
Custom Show TableThis piece was designed for use at a trade show for the customer.
Linear ModuleA standard LZR linear module

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