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SMC Floating Joint: SMC NJ Series, NJ5-40, 5-40 Thread Size, 47/100 in Overall Wd - Pneumatic Actuator Floating Joints
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SMC Floating Joint: SMC NJ Series, NJ5-40, 5-40 Thread Size, 47/100 in Overall Wd

The SMC NJ Series Floating Joint, model NJ5-40, is a pneumatic actuator floating joint designed to compensate for misalignment between a cylinder and its load. This unit features a 5-40 thread size and an overall…

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Floating Joint: SMC NJ Series, NJ5-40, 5-40 Thread Size, 47/100 in Overall Wd
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Manufacturer Part Number
NJ5-40
Type
NJ5-40, NJ
Overall Wd
47/100 in
Thread Size
5-40
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Product Description

The SMC NJ Series Floating Joint, model NJ5-40, is a pneumatic actuator floating joint designed to compensate for misalignment between a cylinder and its load. This unit features a 5-40 thread size and an overall width of 47/100 inches. It is part of the NJ product line from SMC.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SMC NJ5-40 floating joint used for?

The SMC NJ5-40 floating joint compensates for misalignment between a pneumatic cylinder and its load. It prevents binding and extends equipment life in automated machinery, packaging lines, and material handling systems where precise alignment is difficult to maintain.

What are the specifications of the SMC NJ5-40 floating joint?

The SMC NJ5-40 is part of the NJ Series. It has a 5-40 thread size and an overall width of 47/100 inches. The manufacturer part number is NJ5-40. This SMC component is designed for pneumatic actuator applications requiring misalignment compensation.

Where to buy the SMC NJ5-40 floating joint worldwide?

3G Electric supplies the SMC NJ5-40 floating joint worldwide. As a global industrial equipment distributor since 1990, we handle full logistics, customs clearance, and delivery to your location. Contact us for availability and lead time.

How to install the SMC NJ5-40 floating joint?

Thread the SMC NJ5-40 onto the cylinder rod end using the 5-40 thread. Ensure the load side is aligned with the mating component. Do not over-tighten; allow the joint to float freely. Lubricate per SMC guidelines and check for smooth movement before operation.

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Common applications for SMC
Automotive assembly — SMC ZP3 flat vacuum pads for handling small components in pick-and-place robots
Semiconductor manufacturing — SMC ZM series vacuum generators with needle valves for precise wafer handling
Food packaging — SMC AW-D series filter regulators for clean compressed air in pneumatic actuators
General industrial automation — SMC AS2211F speed control valves for regulating cylinder speeds in conveyor systems
Vacuum conveying — SMC ZH series box-type vacuum generators for material transport in packaging lines
Machine tool coolant systems — SMC ZF series in-line filters to protect vacuum ejectors from debris

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3G Electric supplies SMC pneumatic actuator floating joints. We supply genuine products with in-stock availability on common SKUs, technical documentation, commissioning support, and warranty service — worldwide.

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