How to model screw joint in rigid dynamics module of ansys workbench?

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I am currently analyzing a mechanism which has a ball screw driven by a motor. I want to model this joint in rigid dynamics module. In APDL MPC184 element is provided for such joint. But which should I choose in mechanical?

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