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title: "Which mounting positions are permissible for a screw jack?"
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datePublished: "2025-08-19T05:54:37+00:00"
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ZIMM screw jacks can be mounted both vertically and horizontally. For horizontal use, an external guide must be used to absorb lateral forces.

https://youtu.be/mgJcfcz4aVU?si=4pfusIchN_OYgFpJ

## Videos

### Functionality |  Mounting options

Depending on areas of use, through holes or blind tapped holes are advantageous.

- [Watch on YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mgJcfcz4aVU)