Innovative Designs

For
Positive Parts Transfer
 A U T O - S L I D E C ATA L O G
CONTENTS
Cylinder Powered Linear Slide (AFPRS ) 3

Cylinder Powered Bi-Directional Slide (AFPRBD) 6

“V” Style Pick & Place (AFPPV) 8

“L” Style Pick & Place (AFPPL) 10

Cam Operated Shuttle (AFCS) 12

Roller Slide (AFRS) 14

Options (Shock Absorbers & Proximity Switches) 15

Rod Deflection Calculations 17

Cylinder Rebuild Kits 18

How To Order Auto-Slide Components 19

Sample Order Form 20

Order Form 21
 Cylinder Powered Linear
Auto-Slide

The AFPRS Power Slides are constructed of high quality materials and are designed with an air cylinder between the guide
rods providing extremely rigid construction. The AFPRS unit comes standard with self-aligning linear ball bearings. This
compact unit is adjustable at both end stops and requires a minimum amount of table space while providing a wide variety
of application possibilities.

AFPRS with Horizontal Mount and Proximity

Sensor Option

Model AFPRS 1/2 x 2 1/8 –H-P

AFPRS with Vertical Mount and

Shock Absorber Option

Model AFPRS 1/2 x 3 - V—S

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 Cylinder Powered Linear

Auto-Slide

3/8” and 1/2”

MODEL NUMBER STANDARD STROKE B C D E F G H J K L

AFPRS 3/8 2.25 1.44 9.81 0.38 8.81 0.50 0.22 2.56 3.00 1.63 0.56
AFPRS 1/2 2.13 1.50 9.88 0.38 9.00 0.63 0.25 3.75 4.25 2.38 0.75

MODEL NUMBER CYLINDER BORE M N P R S T U W X Y

AFPRS 3/8 0.75 0.75 1.13 0.56 0.88 2.38 1.19 0.88 0.50 NO. 10 1/4-20
AFPRS 1/2 1.13 0.94 1.50 0.63 1.12 3.50 1.56 1.06 0.63 NO. 10 1/4-20

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 Cylinder Powered Linear

Auto-Slide

3/4” and 3/4” Heavy Duty

The Model AFPRS 3/4 Power Slides are designed with larger component blocks, shafting and bearings to accommodate your
heavier work application requirements, while still offering all of the streamline features of our other power slide models.

MODEL NUMBER STANDARD STROKE B C D E F G H J K L M

AFPRS 3/4 3.13 1.50 12.50 0.50 11.75 1.00 0.31 4.50 5.13 2.75 0.75 1.00
AFPRSH 3/4 4.50 2.375 16.50 0.75 15.75 1.00 0.38 5.13 5.88 3.13 0.94 1.13

MODEL NUMBER CYLINDER BORE N P R S T U W X Y Z AA BB

AFPRS 3/4 1.13 1.75 0.63 1.25 4.25 1.75 1.13 0.88 1/4” 5/16-18 4.00 3.00 1.00
AFPRSH 3/4 1.37 1.88 0.63 1.25 4.63 1.88 1.25 0.88 1/4” 5/16-18 5.75 4.25 1.25

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 Cylinder Powered Bi-Directional

Auto-Slide

Our AFPRBD Auto-Slides are constructed of the same high quality materials as our cylinder powered linear Auto-Slides.
We have designed these slides with an air cylinder between the guide rods which provides extremely rigid construction.
We have also designed them to be adjustable at all four end stops. These slides are capable of handling a wide variety of
applications while utilizing a minimum amount of table space.

AFPRBD—Left Hand Assembly

Model AFPRBD 1/2 x H3 x V3—L

AFPRBD with Adjustable Shock

Absorber & Proximity Sensor Option

Model AFPRBD 1/2 x H3 x V3 - S - P

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 Cylinder Powered Bi-Directional
Auto-Slide

The Model AFPRBD is a bi-directional power slide comprised of two cylinder powered slides mounted at 90 degree angles.
Even though this item is able to handle multiple tasks, we have kept the overall size of it compact. Excellent choice for
multi-directional design applications including x-y tables, walking beams and pick & place devices. The AFPRBD unit
comes standard with self-aligning linear ball bearings.

MODEL ROD STD CYL.

A B C D E F G H J K
NUMBER DIA. STROKE BORE
AFPRBD 3/8 0.38 2.13 0.75 0.75 1.44 0.81 0.50 2.50 3.00 0.25 5.06 6.94 0.75

AFPRBD 1/2 0.50 3.00 1.13 0.88 1.50 0.81 0.63 3.38 4.00 0.31 6.13 8.88 0.75

AFPRBD 3/4 0.75 4.00 1.13 1.00 1.50 0.94 0.63 4.25 5.00 0.38 7.13 10.88 0.75

AFPRBDH 3/4 0.75 4.75 1.38 1.00 2.375 0.94 0.75 5.25 6.00 0.38 8.75 13.25 0.75

MODEL
L M N P R S T U V W X Y Z
NUMBER
AFPRBD 3/8 1.88 0.50 2.88 0.75 1.00 2.50 0.25 1.50 1.00 .25 2.25 10-32 10-32

AFPRBD 1/2 2.75 0.50 3.88 0.94 1.38 3.50 0.25 1.50 1.00 0.25 3.00 1/4-20 10-32

AFPRBD 3/4 3.38 0.63 4.88 0.94 1.50 4.50 0.25 1.75 1.25 0.25 3.31 1/4-20 1/4-20

AFPRBDH 3/4 4.38 0.63 5.88 1.13 1.75 5.38 0.31 1.75 1.13 0.31 3.75 1/4-20 5/16-18

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 Pick & Place—”V” Style
Auto-Slide

The AFPPV Pick & Place device is operated by internally mounted air cylinders that provide a streamlined design and
accurate part placement. It provides a stationary mount at the “y” axis. This compact unit is adjustable at all four end stops
and requires a minimum amount of table space while providing a wide variety of application possibilities.

AFPPV Left Hand Assembly

with Shock Absorber and
Proximity Sensor Options

Model AFPPV 1/2 x H6 x V3—S—P—L

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 Pick & Place - “V” Style
Auto-Slide

MODEL ROD STROKE STROKE CYL.

A B C D E F G H J K M N P R
NUMBER DIA. VERT. HORIZ. BORE
AFPPV 3/8 0.38 2.13 4.00 0.75 10.81 3.75 8.69 3.88 2.38 1.38 2.69 1.44 1.88 1.44 0.50 3.00 2.88 1.50

AFPPV 1/2 0.50 3.00 6.00 1.13 14.00 4.31 10.75 5.00 2.38 1.38 2.75 1.50 2.75 1.44 0.50 4.00 3.88 1.75

AFPPV 3/4 0.75 4.00 8.00 1.13 17.00 4.94 13.00 6.00 2.38 1.50 2.88 1.50 3.38 1.44 0.63 5.00 4.88 1.75

AFPPVH 3/4 0.75 4.75 8.00 1.38 19.19 5.94 16.06 8.00 3.50 2.25 4.13 2.375 4.38 1.94 0.63 6.00 5.88 2.25

MODEL
S T U V W X Y Z AA BB CC DD EE FF GG HH JJ KK
NUMBER
AFPPV 3/8 3.25 2.00 2.94 0.38 2.00 1.00 1.00 0.72 1.59 3.00 0.38 2.38 0.31 0.31 0.94 10-32 0.28 0.16

AFPPV 1/2 4.25 2.25 4.06 0.56 4.44 1.19 1.38 0.72 1.78 3.15 0.38 2.530 0.31 0.38 0.88 1/4-20 0.28 0.16

AFPPV 3/4 5.00 2.25 5.06 0.75 3.50 1.19 1.50 0.88 2.25 3.81 0.50 3.06 0.38 0.50 1.25 1/4-20 0.28 0.22

AFPPVH 3/4 6.00 2.75 6.06 0.75 4.50 1.56 1.75 1.00 2.59 4.50 0.75 3.81 0.38 1.00 1.75 1/4-20 0.34 0.22

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 Pick & Place—”L” Style
Auto-Slide

The AFPPL Pick & Place device is operated by internally mounted air cylinders. These air cylinders provide a streamlined
design with accurate parts placement. The unit is designed to accommodate those special “long-reach” applications.

AFPPL
With Shock Absorber Option
Model AFPPL 3/4 x H5 x V5—S

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 Pick & Place—”L” Style
Auto-Slide

MODEL ROD STD CYL.

A B C D E F G H J K L M N P
NUMBER DIA. STROKE BORE
AFPPL 3/8 0.38 2.13 0.75 0.75 1.44 0.81 0.50 2.50 3.00 0.25 5.06 6.94 0.75 1.88 0.50 2.88 0.75

AFPPL 1/2 0.50 3.00 1.13 0.88 1.50 0.81 0.63 3.38 4.00 0.31 6.13 8.88 0.75 2.75 0.50 3.88 0.94

AFPPL 3/4 0.75 4.00 1.13 1.00 1.50 0.94 0.63 4.25 5.00 0.38 7.13 10.88 0.75 3.38 0.63 4.88 0.94

AFPPLH 3/4 0.75 4.75 1.38 1.00 2.375 0.94 0.75 5.25 6.00 0.38 8.75 13.25 0.75 4.38 0.63 5.88 1.13

MODEL
R S T U V W X Y Z AA BB CC DD EE FF GG HH
NUMBER
AFPPL 3/8 1.00 2.50 0.25 1.50 1.00 0.25 2.25 10-32 10-32 2.50 1.50 0.38 2.25 3.00 0.38 0.50 0.34

AFPPL 1/2 1.38 3.50 0.25 1.50 1.00 0.25 3.00 1/4-20 10-32 3.25 2.00 0.50 3.00 4.00 0.50 0.75 0.34

AFPPL 3/4 1.50 4.50 0.25 1.75 1.25 0.25 3.31 1/4-20 1/4-20 4.00 2.50 0.50 4.00 5.00 0.50 1.00 0.41

AFPPLH 3/4 1.75 5.38 0.31 1.75 1.13 0.31 3.75 1/4-20 5/16-18 5.00 3.38 0.63 4.50 6.00 0.75 1.00 0.53

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 Cam Operated Shuttle
Auto-Slide

The AFCS series of Auto-Slides are constructed of high quality materials and are designed with a rugged vertical drive shaft
between the guide rods that provides extremely rigid construction. The AFCS unit comes standard with self-aligning ball
bearings. This compact unit is available in two sizes and provides mounting for end effector tooling. Application examples
include shuttling parts from one conveyor to another and loading parts onto a cleated conveyor.

Model AFCS 3/4 x 6

Model AFCS 1/2 x 4

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 Cam Operated Shuttle

Auto-Slide

The Model AFCS continuous shuttle uses a rotating disk and crank that are attached to the rear endplate. These
components create a smooth reciprocating motion. The input shaft is supported by dual ball bearings pressed into the main
body. The crank arm rotates using bearings on hardened pins. Hardened and ground shafts riding in recirculating ball
bushing bearings give the shuttle an extremely low coefficient of friction for effortless motion. This shuttle can be powered
by a variety of drive sources such as: gear motor with one revolution clutch, steeping motor, AC or DC servo motor, or geared
directly from an existing machine. The low cost and high accuracy of this unit makes it an ideal choice for many shuttle
applications.

MODEL STANDARD MAXIMUM ROD

A B C D E F G H J K L
NUMBER STROKE STROKE DIA.
AFCS 1/2 2.00 4.00 0.50 0.63 2.75 4.00 1.38 8.50 0.50 3.50 1.75 1.00 0.25 3.00

AFCS 3/4 2.00 6.00 0.75 1.00 4.00 6.00 2.00 12.00 0.75 5.00 2.50 1.50 0.38 4.25

MODEL
M N P R S T U V W X Y Z AA BB
NUMBER
AFCS 1/2 1.50 0.75 1.34 3.00 0.25 1.00 1.38 1.25 4.00 3.50 1/4-20 0.25 0.75 0.19

AFCS 3/4 2.00 1.00 2.09 4.38 0.38 1.25 1.94 2.13 5.88 5.25 5/16-18 0.31 1.00 0.25

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 Linear Roller Slide
Auto-Slide

Our basic Auto-Slide features lightweight aluminum construction in both the center body and the end plates. Recirculating
ball bearings are standard. Extra thick felt wipers provide good absorption and distribution of lubricant and eliminate most
foreign matter. These slides can be mounted rigidly in any position by the endplates or the center body.

MODEL A B C D E F G H J K L M N P R S T U V W
NUMBER
AFRS 3/8 2.00 1.25 2.00 0.38 1.25 1.00 0.38 2.13 0.19 1.75 0.38 0.75 0.75 0.25 0.50 0.27 5/16-18 #10

AFRS 1/2 3.00 1.50 3.00 0.50 2.00 2.38 0.31 1.13 0.50 2.38 0.19 2.00 0.38 1.00 1.00 0.31 0.63 0.33 3/8-16 #10

AFRS 3/4 4.00 2.00 4.00 0.63 2.75 3.38 0.31 1.63 0.75 3.38 0.25 2.88 0.63 1.50 1.38 0.38 1.00 0.33 3/8-16 1/4

AFRS 1 5.00 2.25 5.00 0.75 3.50 4.25 0.38 2.00 1.00 4.25 0.31 3.63 0.63 2.00 1.75 0.56 1.25 0.42 1/2-13 5/16

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 Options

MODEL SHOCK A B
ABSORBER
AFPRS with Shock Absorber Option (ENDINE)
(Order Option “S”) AFPRS 3/8 OEM .25B 4.50 1.12

AFPRS 1/2 OEM .25B 4.75 1.12

AFPRS 3/4 OEM .5B 6.50 1.50

AFPRSH 3/4 OEM 1.0B 9.62 1.87

Shock Absorbers (Order Option “S”)

Our air cylinder powered Auto-Slide products are available with adjustable hydraulic shock absorbers. These
shock absorbers are externally mounted on all slide units for ease of adjustment. These shocks are not intended
to be used as end stops. All Auto-Slides are equipped with adjustable end-of stroke stops. These stops must be
set so that the shock absorber does not travel its full stroke and internally bottom its piston, which would cause
damage to the shock absorber.

Proximity Sensor (Order Option “P”)

Auto-Slide products are available with proximity sensors to indicate end of travel. The proximity sensors used on
these units are manufactured with high quality stainless steel barrels. 8mm and larger have detachable cords.
5mm proximity sensors are available for grippers. 8mm and 12mm proximity sensors are available for slides, bi-
directionals, and pick & place units.

REQUIRED PROXIMITY SENSOR SUFFIX

5MM D.C. SINKING P1
5MM D.C. SINKING P2
8MM D.C. SOURCING P3
8MM D.C. SOURCING P4
12MM A.C. P5

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 Options

AFPRBD
with Adjustable Shock Absorber Option
(Also available on models AFPPV & AFPPL)

AFPRBD
With Proximity Sensor Option
(Also available on models AFPPV, AFPPL, &
AFPRS)

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 Rod Deflection Calculations

Auto-Slide

Information To Calculate Rod Deflection

Rod deflection is calculated by multiplying the weight of the slide and any tooling by the value in the chart shown below.
Begin by adding the slide weight from chart #1 below and any additional tooling or supports added to the moving portion of
the slide. This is the total weight the rods must support. Next, determine the approximate distance between the end plates
in the supporting axis of the slide. Find the distance in chart #2 below, find the value listed in that column for the rod
diameter of the slide you are using. Now multiply the total slide weight by the value listed in that column for the rod
diameter of the slide you are using. Now multiply the total slide weight by the value from chart #2. This is the amount that
the rods will deflect with the slide centered between the supporting end plates

CHART #1—WEIGHT OF MOVING PART OF SLIDE IN POUNDS

AFRS AFPRS AFPRS AFPRBD AFPRBD AFPPL AFPPL WITH AFPPV AFPPV
WITH WITH SHOCKS WITH
SHOCKS SHOCKS SHOCKS
3/8 0.3 1.1 1.5 4.7 5.1 4.7 5.1 4.3 4.7

1/2 0.7 2.2 3.3 7.2 8.0 7.2 8.0 6.8 7.6

3/4 2.2 3.5 4.5 9.8 10.6 9.8 10.6 9.3 10.1

H 3/4 5.9 8.1 16.4 18.2 16.4 18.2 16.0 17.8

1 4.0

CHART #2—MULTIPLIER VALUE FOR DEFLECTION CALCULATION

4” 6” 8” 10” 12” 16” 20” 24” 30”

3/8 0.00002 0.00008 0.00019 0.00036 0.00065 0.00154 0.00286 0.00520 0.00965
1/2 0.00003 0.00006 0.00011 0.00020 0.00047 0.00090 0.00157 0.00307
3/4 0.00001 0.00002 0.00004 0.00009 0.00018 0.00031 0.00061
1 0.00001 0.00002 0.00003 0.00006 0.00010 0.00019

EXAMPLE: AFPPL 3/4 Slide, additional #5.8 Tooling, 16” between endplates = (9.8 + 5.8) x 0.00009 = 0.00014” of
deflection

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 Cylinder Rebuild Kits

STANDARD REBUILD KITS

Standard rebuild kits include the following components: FRONT ENDCAP WITH BUSHINGS
ROD & ENDCAP O-RINGS
U-CUPS

ALL OF THESE COMPONENTS ARE BUNA.

OPTIONAL REBUILD KITS

Optional rebuild kits include the following components FRONT ENDCAP WITH BUSHINGS
ROD & ENDCAP O-RINGS
U-CUPS

ALL OF THESE COMPONENTS ARE VITON.

Part Numbers for Ordering Rebuild Kits

All Slides with 1/4” or 3/8” All Slides with 1/2” or 3/4” All Heavy Duty 3/4”
Rods Rods Slides
Standard 9-0092-20 9-0092-21 9-0092-22

Optional 9-0094-40 9-0092-41 9-0094-42

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 How To Order Auto-Slide
Components

EXAMPLE #1

Cylinder Powered Linear Slide

½” Rods
5” Total Stroke
Style “V” Mounting
Shock Absorber Option

Order: AFPRS ½ x 5 – V – S

EXAMPLE #2

Pick & Place “V” Style

3/4” Heavy Duty
14” Horizontal Stroke
6” Vertical Stroke
Left Hand Assembly
Shock Absorber Option

Order: AFPPVH 3/4 X H14 X V6—L - S

EXAMPLE #3

Cylinder Powered Bi-Directional Slide With:

¾” Rods
7” Horizontal Stroke
4” Vertical Stroke
8mm D.C. Sinking Proximity Sensor Option

Order: AFPRBD ¾ x H7 x V4 – P3

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 automatic feeder company inc.
921 Albion Avenue
Schaumburg, IL 60193-4550
(847) 534-2300 - Fax: (847) 534-2354
E-Mail: sales@automaticfeeder.com

P.O. Number: Your PO #ABC123 Date: January 1, 2003

Bill To: Ship To:

Accounts Receivables Your Company

Your Company 123 Your Street, P.O. Box ABC

123 Your Street, P.O. Box ABC Your Town, State Zipcode

Your Town, State Zipcode

Placed By: Your Name Attn:

Phone No.: 555-555-5555 Fax No.: 555-555-5555

Part Number Qty Description Stroke Length* End Plate Options

1 AFPRS 1/2 4 1/2 V S, P

1 AFPRBDH 3/4 H-3 1/8 x V-2 1/2
9-0092-22 3 Rebuild Kit

*AFPRBD, AFPPL & AFPPV Slides Require 2 Stroke Dimensions (One for Horizontal Stroke, One for Vertical Stroke)

FOR MODIFIED SLIDES AND/OR SPECIAL END PLATES, PLEASE FAX US A COPY OF THE SLIDE FROM THE
CATALOG WITH MODIFICATIONS NOTED ON THE PAGE.

Additional Information:

Del. Requested: January 12, 2003 Shipping Instructions: Best Way

UPS Ground
UPS Red
Payment Details UPS Collect
Check Fed-Ex
Credit Card Fed-Ex Collect
Name Card Holder Name Other
CC # 4444-4444-4444-4444
Exp Date Mar-03
 automatic feeder company inc.
921 Albion Avenue
Schaumburg, IL 60193-4550
(847) 534-2300 - Fax: (847) 534-2354
E-Mail: sales@automaticfeeder.com

P.O. Number: Date:

Bill To: Ship To:

Placed By: Attn:

Phone No.: Fax No.:

Part Number Qty Description Stroke Length* End Plate Options

*AFPRBD, AFPPL & AFPPV Slides Require 2 Stroke Dimensions (One for Horizontal Stroke, One for Vertical Stroke)

FOR MODIFIED SLIDES AND/OR SPECIAL END PLATES,PLEASE FAX US A COPY OF THE SLIDE FROM THE
CATALOG WITH MODIFICATIONS NOTED ON THE PAGE.

Additional Information:

Del. Requested: Shipping Instructions: Best Way

UPS Ground
Payment Details
UPS Red
Check UPS Collect
Credit Card Fed-Ex
Fed-Ex Collect
Name Other
CC #
Exp Date