Also available in:
English
What is a linear feeder?
Applications
Videos
Enquiry form
Scroll
Linear Feeders
Linear feeders, also known as multi-lane linear systems, transport oriented components from bowl feeders over short or long distances, creating a buffer storage area. They ensure a consistent flow of oriented components from the bowl feeder to escapement devices, allowing for product accumulation before reaching a machine or handling unit.
Downloads
RNA OFFER
» Standard feeders» Digital feeders
» Custom system design
» Customer-specific solutions
Tooling for multi-tracks
Custom solutions
RNA linear feeders are designed to sort, orient, and convey components in a controlled linear flow. Using a linear sorting track, components are guided into the correct orientation, while misoriented parts are automatically returned to the pre-feeder via a chute and vibration tray. This ensures consistent output and stable downstream processes.
In addition to horizontal conveying, linear feeders can buffer irregular part supplies from upstream equipment, smoothing flow and maintaining a continuous feed to assembly or inspection stations. With multi-track configurations, higher output rates can be achieved, making them suitable for demanding production environments. Linear feeders are available in lengths of up to 3 meters and share RNA’s proven multi-magnet drive technology, offering a compact, robust, and virtually maintenance-free solution.
For applications requiring maximum flexibility, RNA’s FlexType™ high-performance linear feeding systems（FlexType™ L/M/S/C） extend these capabilities further. Designed for component parts with few discernible orientation features, FlexType™ linear feeding systems can feed multiple variants within the same part family on a single platform. Selection tracks can be changed quickly, allowing rapid adaptation to new components or production requirements.
FlexType™ linear feeding systems are available in various sizes and performance levels to suit the part characteristics and assembly line layout, combining high output with excellent operator comfort.
RNA Standard Range RNA provide standard and custom feeding systems.
What is a linear feeder?
Linear feeders, also known as multi-lane linear systems, transport oriented components from bowl feeders over short or long distances. In addition to pure conveying tasks, linear feeders also function as buffer and accumulation lines. Even with incomplete or irregular feeding, components can be continuously supplied by the upstream sorting system to the next processing stage.
Linear feeders enable lateral vibration-free sorting (linear sorting lines) and can also be configured as multi-track systems to achieve higher sorting efficiency. Parts that are misoriented or rejected are automatically returned to the preceding feeding system via sorting hoppers activated by the linear feeder.
They also serve as drive units for bulk hoppers, allowing the accumulation of mass-produced parts. Due to their construction, vibratory hoppers powered by linear feeders ensure smooth, gap-free material flow and can handle large filling weights efficiently.
RNA linear feeders deliver high feeding capacities and maintain reliable performance even on long feeding lines or under demanding operating conditions.
Applications
Multi-lane linear system for Fasteners
Read More
Multi-lane linear system for M8 nuts
Read More
RNA FlexType with 3D Printed Bowl feeder
3D Printed Bowl Feeder for Filigree Parts from the Electrical Industry
Read More
FlexType S for 30 types of nozzles
Watch Video
FlexType L for plastic inserts
Watch Video
Plastic housings
Protective sleeves
Closing Caps
×
Watch
Industrial Automation Solutions
Multi-lane Linear System
Contact
Send your message to a member of our team
Read our Privacy Policy to learn how we manage and protect your submitted information.
