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Leadscrew - Thrust generated when Torque is applied

`T_"applied" = ( F * d_m ) / 2*(( "l" + pi * mu * d_m ) / (pi* d_m + mu * "l" ))`
`(l)"Lead"`
`(F)"Load"`
`(mu)"Coefficient of Friction for Thread"`
`(d_m)"Mean Thread Diameter"`

The Lowering Torque for a Leadscrew calculator computes the torque required to lower a load with a square thread power screw assembly.

INSTRUCTIONS: Choose units and enter the following:

  • (dm) This is the effective screw diameter
  • (l) This is the lead
  • (F) This is the force created when torque is applied
  • (μ) This is the coefficient of friction between screw and nut

The Math / Science

The Leadscrew Lifting Torque equation is:

   `T_R= F*d_m/2((l+pi*μ*d_m)/ (pi*d_m + μ*l)) `

where: