In a previous article, we discussed the important dimensions for accurately measuring HIWIN linear guide rails. Now, let’s dive into the next step: how to buy HIWIN linear guide rails from STOVIL. You have two primary options: cut-to-order or standard lengths. Each choice has its advantages and considerations depending on the needs of your specific application. This guide will help you make an informed decision to ensure you select the ideal HIWIN linear guide rails for your requirements.
Understanding HIWIN Linear Guide Rails
First and foremost, it is essential to understand the benefits of HIWIN linear guide rails. HIWIN is renowned for its high-quality linear guide rails, which are essential components in various industrial applications, such as CNC machinery, robotics, medical equipment, and automation systems. These rails provide precise linear motion and are crucial for the accuracy and efficiency of your equipment.
Why Choose HIWIN?
Before delving into the specifics of purchasing HIWIN linear guide rails from STOVIL, it’s important to understand why HIWIN stands out:
- Precision: HIWIN rails are manufactured with high precision, ensuring smooth and accurate motion.
- Durability: Made from high-quality materials, HIWIN rails are designed to withstand heavy loads and harsh environments.
- Versatility: HIWIN offers a wide range of products suitable for various applications, from light-duty to heavy-duty operations.
- Customization: HIWIN provides options for custom lengths and preloaded configurations to meet specific application requirements.
Key Factors to Consider
When buying HIWIN linear guide rails from STOVIL, you should consider the following factors:
- Application Requirements: Determine the specific needs of your application, including load capacity, precision, and environmental conditions.
- Length: Decide whether you need custom lengths (variable end or “E” dimension) or standard lengths (standard end or “E” dimension) based on your project’s requirements.
- Mounting: Ensure the rails have the appropriate mounting options for your equipment.
How to Measure for HIWIN Linear Guide Rails
Accurate measurement is crucial whether you opt for cut-to-order or standard lengths. Here are the key dimensions to consider:
- Length (L): Measure the total length of the rail required for your application.
- Pitch (P): The distance between the centers of two adjacent mounting holes.
- End Distance (E): The distance from the end of the rail to the center of the first mounting hole. Ensure this distance is less than half of the pitch to avoid unsupported sections.
- Number of Mounting Holes (N): Count the total number of mounting holes needed along the rail.
How to Buy HIWIN Linear Guide Rails from STOVIL: Cut-to-Order vs. Standard Lengths
Cut-to-Order HIWIN Linear Guide Rails
Advantages:
- Customization: Cut-to-order rails are tailored to your exact specifications, ensuring a perfect fit for your application.
- Flexibility: Ideal for unique or irregularly sized equipment with non-standard or two different end (“E”) dimensions where standard lengths may not suffice.
- Efficiency: Reduces waste by providing precisely the length you need, minimizing excess material.
When to Choose Cut-to-Order:
- If your application requires a specific length that is not available in standard sizes.
- When precision fitment is crucial to the performance of your equipment.
- If you want to minimize material waste and reduce the need for on-site modifications.
Standard Length HIWIN Linear Guide Rails
Advantages:
- Availability: Standard lengths are typically in stock and available for immediate delivery.
- Cost-Effective: Generally cheaper than custom-cut rails due to mass production.
- Convenience: Easier to source and purchase, especially for common applications.
When to Choose Standard Lengths:
- If your application can accommodate standard sizes without compromising performance.
- When you need a quick turnaround and cannot afford the lead time of custom orders.
- If budget constraints are a significant consideration.
Step-by-Step Guide How to Buy HIWIN Linear Guide Rails from STOVIL
For Cut-to-Order Rails
- Determine Specifications: Carefully measure the required length, pitch, end distance, and number of mounting holes. For reference, check out STOVIL’s guide on How to Properly Measure HIWIN Linear Guide Rails. If you need help, call us at 770-575-5050 or email us at sales@stovil.com. If you have questions regarding your machine, reach out to the manufacturer or an engineer.
- Use STOVIL’s Configurators: Click on the button below that matches the series of your specified rail. Input the measurements you gather from step 1 to specify your Cut-to-Order Rail. You may compare STOVIL’s configurators (select from below) with HIWIN’s configurators (click here and select series then rail).
- Note the Price: As you input the rail’s measurements, the configurator will automatically update the price for an individual length of that Cut-to-Order Rail.
- Add to Cart: Once you verify the measurements of the rail and price, click “Add to Cart”. Once on the cart page, you may input your “ship-to” city, state, postal code, and country to obtain a shipping quote. Please note: for longer lengths of rail or large orders it may be necessary to reach out to STOVIL for a LTL shipping quote.
- Checkout: Verify the contents of your order – don’t forget any required blocks or mounting screws! Next, click on “Proceed to Checkout”. Fill out and verify the address, contact, references and payment forms before acknowledging STOVIL’s terms and then clicking on “Place Order”.
- Delivery and Installation: Await delivery and install the rails according to HIWIN’s guidelines.
Cut-to-Order Rail Configurators by Series
| Image | Series | Configurator Link | hf:att:pa_series-attribute |
|---|---|---|---|
 | EG Series | eg-series-term | |
 | HG Series | hg-series-term | |
 | MG Series | mg-series-term | |
 | QE Series | qe-series-term | |
 | QH Series | qh-series-term | |
 | QR Series | qr-series-term | |
 | QW Series | qw-series-term | |
 | RG Series | rg-series-term | |
 | WE Series | we-series-term |
For Standard Length Rails
- Check Offerings: STOVIL is a stocking distributor for HIWIN’s entire line of Linear Guide Rail. See our interactive list below this guide.
- Match Specifications: Ensure the available standard lengths meet your existing rail’s specifications. Be sure to match series, size, and has the standard end dimension (E). This will also ensure your rail has a standard length (L) and number of mounting holes (N).
- Add to Cart: Once you verify the series, size, and standard length of the rail, click “Add to Cart”. Once on the cart page, you may input your “ship-to” city, state, postal code, and country to obtain a shipping quote. Please note: for large orders it may be necessary to reach out to STOVIL for a LTL shipping quote.
- Checkout: Verify the contents of your order – don’t forget any required blocks or mounting screws! Next, click on “Proceed to Checkout”. Fill out and verify the address, contact, references and payment forms before acknowledging STOVIL’s terms and then clicking on “Place Order”.
- Delivery and Installation: Receive the rails and install them following HIWIN’s instructions.
Standard Length Rail
| Image | Series | Model Size (mm) | Price | Select Length (mm) / Add to Cart | hf:att:pa_series-attribute | hf:att:pa_model-size-mm-attribute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | CG Series | 15 | $76.20 – $202.90 | cg-series-term | 15-term | |
| CG Series | 20 | $98.20 – $292.20 | cg-series-term | 20-term | |
| CG Series | 25 | $106.00 – $392.00 | cg-series-term | 25-term | |
| CG Series | 30 | $110.50 – $745.00 | cg-series-term | 30-term | |
| CG Series | 35 | $114.40 – $784.00 | cg-series-term | 35-term | |
| CG Series | 45 | $263.20 – $1,156.00 | cg-series-term | 45-term | |
| EG Series | 15 | $70.60 – $177.70 | eg-series-term | 15-term | |
| EG Series | 20 | $94.30 – $329.60 | eg-series-term | 20-term | |
| EG Series | 25 | $98.20 – $350.40 | eg-series-term | 25-term | |
| EG Series | 30 | $106.00 – $700.00 | eg-series-term | 30-term | |
| EG Series | 35 | $114.70 – $787.00 | eg-series-term | 35-term | |
| HG Series | 15 | $76.20 – $202.90 | hg-series-term | 15-term | |
| HG Series | 20 | $98.20 – $292.20 | hg-series-term | 20-term | |
| HG Series | 25 | $106.00 – $392.00 | hg-series-term | 25-term | |
| HG Series | 30 | $110.50 – $745.00 | hg-series-term | 30-term | |
| HG Series | 35 | $114.40 – $784.00 | hg-series-term | 35-term | |
| HG Series | 45 | $263.20 – $1,156.00 | hg-series-term | 45-term | |
| HG Series | 55 | $403.20 – $1,402.00 | hg-series-term | 55-term | |
| HG Series | 65 | $870.70 – $1,765.30 | hg-series-term | 65-term | |
 | MG Series, MGN Series | 12 | $70.00 – $250.00 | mg-series-term mgn-series-term | 12-term | |
| MG Series, MGN Series | 15 | $71.00 – $319.00 | mg-series-term mgn-series-term | 15-term | |
| MG Series, MGN Series | 3 | $40.00 | mg-series-term mgn-series-term | 3-term | |
| MG Series, MGN Series | 5 | $94.00 – $148.00 | mg-series-term mgn-series-term | 5-term | |
| MG Series, MGN Series | 7 | $67.00 – $94.00 | mg-series-term mgn-series-term | 7-term | |
| MG Series, MGN Series | 9 | $68.00 – $152.00 | mg-series-term mgn-series-term | 9-term | |
 | MG Series, MGW Series | 12 | $138.00 – $579.00 | mg-series-term mgw-series-term | 12-term | |
| MG Series, MGW Series | 14 | $40.00 | mg-series-term mgw-series-term | 14-term | |
| MG Series, MGW Series | 15 | $198.00 – $909.00 | mg-series-term mgw-series-term | 15-term | |
| MG Series, MGW Series | 3 | $52.40 – $64.80 | mg-series-term mgw-series-term | 3-term | |
| MG Series, MGW Series | 5 | $100.00 – $160.00 | mg-series-term mgw-series-term | 5-term | |
| MG Series, MGW Series | 7 | $80.00 – $160.00 | mg-series-term mgw-series-term | 7-term | |
| MG Series, MGW Series | 9 | $87.00 – $463.00 | mg-series-term mgw-series-term | 9-term | |
| RG Series | 15 | $87.20 – $370.40 | rg-series-term | 15-term | |
| RG Series | 20 | $124.60 – $434.80 | rg-series-term | 20-term | |
| RG Series | 25 | $112.30 – $425.60 | rg-series-term | 25-term | |
| RG Series | 30 | $130.30 – $943.00 | rg-series-term | 30-term | |
| RG Series | 35 | $143.80 – $1,078.00 | rg-series-term | 35-term | |
| RG Series | 45 | $364.00 – $1,714.00 | rg-series-term | 45-term | |
| RG Series | 55 | $639.20 – $2,361.90 | rg-series-term | 55-term | |
| RG Series | 65 | $1,425.80 – $2,918.20 | rg-series-term | 65-term | |
| WE Series | 17 | $99.00 – $217.00 | we-series-term | 17-term | |
| WE Series | 21 | $111.40 – $325.60 | we-series-term | 21-term | |
| WE Series | 27 | $155.80 – $657.60 | we-series-term | 27-term | |
| WE Series | 35 | $205.00 – $1,690.00 | we-series-term | 35-term | |
| WE Series | 50 | $222.40 – $1,864.00 | we-series-term | 50-term |
Tips for Successful Installation
- Follow Manufacturer Guidelines: Always adhere to HIWIN’s installation instructions to ensure optimal performance.
- Proper Mounting: Use the correct mounting hardware and techniques to secure the rails firmly. See listings for Rail Mounting Screws below this list.
- Alignment: Ensure the rails are perfectly aligned to avoid uneven wear and reduce friction.
- Lubrication: Regularly lubricate the rails to maintain smooth motion and extend their lifespan per HIWIN’s lubrication recommendations.
- Maintenance: Perform routine inspections and maintenance to identify and address any issues early.
Rail Mounting Screws
| Image | Series | Model Size (mm) | Price | Select Pack Size / Add to Cart | hf:att:pa_series-attribute | hf:att:pa_model-size-mm-attribute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | EG Series | 15 | $0.50 – $25.00 | eg-series-term | 15-term | |
 | HG Series | 15 | $0.50 – $25.00 | hg-series-term | 15-term | |
 | RG Series | 15 | $0.50 – $25.00 | rg-series-term | 15-term | |
 | WE Series | 27 | $0.50 – $25.00 | we-series-term | 27-term | |
 | EG Series | 20 | $0.60 – $30.00 | eg-series-term | 20-term | |
 | HG Series | 20 | $0.60 – $30.00 | hg-series-term | 20-term | |
 | RG Series | 20 | $0.60 – $30.00 | rg-series-term | 20-term | |
 | EG Series | 25 | $0.80 – $40.00 | eg-series-term | 25-term | |
 | HG Series | 25 | $0.80 – $40.00 | hg-series-term | 25-term | |
 | RG Series | 25 | $0.80 – $40.00 | rg-series-term | 25-term | |
 | WE Series | 35 | $0.80 – $40.00 | we-series-term | 35-term | |
 | EG Series | 30 | $0.80 – $40.00 | eg-series-term | 30-term | |
 | CG Series | 30 | $1.00 – $50.00 | cg-series-term | 30-term | |
 | EG Series | 35 | $1.00 – $50.00 | eg-series-term | 35-term | |
 | HG Series | 30 | $1.00 – $50.00 | hg-series-term | 30-term | |
 | HG Series | 35 | $1.00 – $50.00 | hg-series-term | 35-term | |
 | RG Series | 30 | $1.00 – $50.00 | rg-series-term | 30-term | |
 | RG Series | 35 | $1.00 – $50.00 | rg-series-term | 35-term | |
 | WE Series | 50 | $1.00 – $50.00 | we-series-term | 50-term |
Conclusion
Whether you choose cut-to-order or standard lengths, purchasing HIWIN linear guide rails from Stovil involves careful consideration of your application’s specific requirements. By understanding the benefits and limitations of each option, you will be able to make an informed decision, ensuring your equipment operates efficiently and accurately. Always prioritize accurate measurements and proper installation to maximize the performance and lifespan of your HIWIN linear guide rails.