Ballscrew actuator that we ordered through Kiwi Motion looks and performs great. Swiss quality!
Chrome Plated Linear Shaft – CF53 Hardened Ground h7
Well Specified Linear Actuators
The actuator runs smoother and quieter than previously used actuators. Also, it runs faster from start, so we can drive faster.

Superb service from start to finish
I can just tell Kiwi what I need and I can trust they will go away and sort the right product at the right time.

Well packaged Linear Shafts
Well packaged item, as described and dispatched quickly. Thank you
High Quality Linear Rail and Guides
We received the new components on the Wednesday afternoon and installed them the following morning. Parts were perfect and of great quality!
That you kindly for your assistance, fantastic service you’re running over there!

KM-WV CF53 Custom Length Chrome Plated Linear Shaft
The CF53 chrome plated induction hardened linear shaft, known by Kiwi Motion as KM-WV, offers enhanced corrosion resistance. With its hard chrome plated outer layer, it provides excellent resilience and works perfectly with our linear bearings. Supported by our bespoke machining and cutting facilities and our unwavering commitment to quality, we serve the whole of the UK, Ireland, and beyond, ensuring you receive the best linear shaft for your application.
The Process
The chrome surface of our KM-WV linear shafts provides superior wear and corrosion resistance. Our stringent chroming process enhances durability and reduces friction.
All our linear shafts undergo induction hardening, a heat treatment where the shaft is heated via induction heating and then quenched. This process ensures a high standard of linear shafts compared to other steel rods.
This heat treatment increases the hardness and brittleness of the shafts, requiring considerable expertise and experience in cutting and machining to ensure precision and quality.
We demand the very best from our linear shafts, striving for consistency and top standards. This means our shafts achieve the highest levels of straightness, surface hardening, diameter accuracy, surface finish, and material cleanliness. These stringent controls ensure optimal performance with minimal wear, low ongoing maintenance, and long life.
Customised to Your Requirements
While we stock our linear shafts in standard lengths, we offer custom cutting and machining services to meet your specific needs.
Advice & Support
As linear motion experts, Kiwi Motion can guide you in selecting the right linear shaft for your application. With a wide range of linear bearings and end supports, we provide complete solutions for your machine design.
Specifications to Meet Diverse Engineering Requirements
- Special tolerances and diameters are available upon request.
- Maximum available length: 8200mm for diameters greater than 16mm.
- Chrome layer thickness: 5-12 μm
- Chrome layer hardness: 900-1100 HV 0.1
Kiwi Motion’s Promise of Excellence
At Kiwi Motion, we are dedicated to delivering innovative, reliable, and efficient linear motion solutions. The KM-WV linear shaft offers quality and affordability, backed by our commitment to competitive lead times, excellent customer service, and technical support.
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