Overview
The T8x2 1000mm Lead Screw is a premium stainless steel threaded rod engineered specifically for linear motion applications requiring absolute precision and heavy load handling. Unlike standard fastening screws, it features precision-machined Acme-style trapezoidal threads that reduce friction, minimize backlash, and translate rotational force into ultra-smooth linear travel. This 1000mm (1 meter) length is perfect for tall Z-axis builds or long-travel CNC gantries.
Understanding T8x2 (Pitch vs. Lead)
Diameter: 8mm (T8).
Pitch (2mm): The linear distance between two adjacent thread ridges.
Lead (2mm): The linear distance the nut travels with one single 360^\circ rotation of the screw. Because this is a Single-Start thread, the pitch equals the lead, giving the stepper motor massive rotational leverage and preventing back-driving (Z-wobble or axis dropping).
Key Features
Self-Locking Design: The 2mm lead ensures the assembly holds its position securely when power to the stepper motor is turned off—no more heavy extruder carriages sliding down automatically.
High-Grade Stainless Steel: Built to resist bending, wear, and rust, ensuring long-term linear accuracy across its full 1-meter span.
Matching Brass Nut Included: Shipped with a precision-machined copper/brass nut that exhibits excellent wear resistance and low friction against the steel shaft.
Smooth Backlash Reduction: Highly consistent thread pitch minimizes positioning errors during fine micro-stepping adjustments.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
| Material (Screw) | SUS304 Stainless Steel |
| Material (Nut) | Pure Brass / Copper |
| Diameter | 8mm |
| Pitch | 2mm |
| Lead | 2mm (Single-Start) |
| Length | 1000mm (1 Meter) |
| Thread Form | Trapezoidal / Acme Thread |


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