Linear Bearings - Self Lubricating Plain

US Manufacturer of Linear Bearings, Ball Screws, Lead Screws, Linear Actuators, Guides, Shafts & Rails

PBC Linear is a major US manufacturer of linear motion products, including linear bearings, ball screws, lead screws, linear actuators, shafting, rails, and guides, with expedited delivery available from our advanced manufacturing facility near Rockford, Illinois. Since 1983, we have grown from pioneering self-lubricating plain bearing technology into a full-line linear motion supplier serving US industry in automation, packaging, medical, food processing, transportation, aerospace, defense, and heavy industrial applications.

Our ball screw capabilities include miniature and standard sizes, rolled and ground configurations, multiple accuracy grades, ball screw and nut assemblies, end machining, and custom-engineered solutions. These products support general industrial automation as well as demanding aerospace and defense applications requiring reliable actuation, positioning, high load capacity, repeatability, and compact motion systems.

Our 200,000-square-foot US manufacturing facility combines engineering support, automated production, and state-of-the-art CNC machining to deliver consistent quality, fast lead times, and cost-effective linear motion solutions. Domestic manufacturing gives customers direct access to engineering and production resources for standard products, configured systems, custom machining, prototypes, and dependable US-based supply.

With more than 15 pending patents supporting ongoing product innovation, PBC Linear continues to develop technologies that reduce maintenance, improve reliability, and solve demanding motion challenges. From standard linear motion components and ball screws to configured actuator systems and custom-engineered assemblies, we provide the products and application expertise needed to keep US manufacturing moving.

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America’s top supplier of self-lubricating plain linear bearings, linear ball bearings, ball screws, lead screws, linear actuators, shafts, rails, guides, sleeve bearings, V-wheel systems, pillow blocks, industrial drawer slides and slew ring bearings. All products are made at our Roscoe, Illinois factory, 90 miles west of Chicago, ensuring fast, reliable delivery with a quality guarantee.

3300 products
Closed plain linear bearing with a 1/2" precision ID, which has a 0.0005" per side running clearance. Encased in an anodized aluminum shell and lined with self-lubricating FrelonGOLD®, this bearing ensures maintenance-free performance in harsh conditions, including extreme temperatures, dirt, and vibration, where ball bearings often fail.
$18.46
Steel linear guide carriage for 30mm wide Redi-Rail RR30 linear rails with 3 double row, sealed, carbon steel roller bearings that can be adjusted for pre-load from a hole in the side.  Carriage only 3 Double Row Roller Bearings made of Carbon Steel Adjustable Preloaded Rollers Compatible with rail part..
$131.72
Hardened Crown Roller Bearing for PAC2245 and PAC2247 Linear Rails. The inch threaded rollers have a diameter of 1.625 inches and are fitted with polyamide 6/6 seals to glide smoothly within a Cooper B-Line Series rail. They feature a 9/16" hex head for straightforward mounting. This inch thread is 5/16-18..
$22.10
Fixed concentric linear guide roller for the HVR-S U-channel, with the HVPS-1 horizontal flange plate welded in place for mounting to a carriage or frame. The 52.5mm OD combined roller carries both radial and axial loads and uses case-hardened S450J2 MOD carbon steel for heavy-duty service. It can be paired..
$215.25
Plain linear bearing, closed, with a 3/4" precision ID (inner diameter) that provides a 0.0005" running clearance per side on matching round shafts. Encased in a standard cylindrical anodized aluminum shell, this bearing features a bonded Simplicity® self-lubricating FrelonGOLD® bore liner for maintenance-free linear, rotational, and oscillating motion in harsh..
$21.00
Plain linear bearing, closed, with a 1" precision ID (inner diameter) that provides a 0.0005" running clearance per side on matching round shafts. Encased in a standard cylindrical anodized aluminum shell, this bearing features a bonded Simplicity® self-lubricating FrelonGOLD® bore liner for maintenance-free linear, rotational, and oscillating motion in harsh..
$38.84
Plain linear bearing, closed, with a 3/8" precision ID (inner diameter) that provides a 0.0005" running clearance per side on matching round shafts. Encased in a standard cylindrical anodized aluminum shell, this bearing features a bonded Simplicity® self-lubricating FrelonGOLD® bore liner for maintenance-free linear, rotational, and oscillating motion in harsh..
$17.71
Plain linear bearing, closed, with an 8mm precision ID (inner diameter) that provides a 0.0005" running clearance per side on matching round shafts. Encased in a standard cylindrical anodized aluminum shell, this bearing features a bonded Simplicity® self-lubricating FrelonGOLD® bore liner for maintenance-free linear, rotational, and oscillating motion in harsh..
$15.98
Linear Guide Carriage of 45mm width and 120mm length, matching linear rail part number CR45. The body is made of anodized aluminum while the 3 roller bearings are made of sealed 52100 chrome steel, hardened and ground, lubricated for life, and sealed against contamination. Carriage Only - matching rail part..
$114.89
Linear Guide Carriage of 20mm width and 60mm length, matching linear rail part number CR20. The body is made of anodized aluminum while the 3 roller bearings are made of sealed 52100 chrome steel, hardened and ground, lubricated for life, and sealed against contamination. Carriage Only - matching rail part..
$91.63
Linear Guide Carriage of 30mm width and 80mm length, matching linear rail part number CR30. The body is made of anodized aluminum while the 3 roller bearings are made of sealed 52100 chrome steel, hardened and ground, lubricated for life, and sealed against contamination. Carriage Only - matching rail part..
$102.76
Fixed Heavy Duty Roller Bearing with a 62mm OD and an HVP0-1 welded horizontal flange plate, which is easy to mount. This is part of the Hevi-Rail linear guide system, designed to handle substantial axial and radial loads. Compatible with the Hevi-Rail Linear Rail HVR-0 U-Type and HVRI-07 I-channel, these..
$219.88
Plain linear bearing, closed, with a 1.5" precision ID (inner diameter) that provides a 0.0005" running clearance per side on matching round shafts. Encased in a standard cylindrical anodized aluminum shell, this bearing features a bonded Simplicity® self-lubricating FrelonGOLD® bore liner for maintenance-free linear, rotational, and oscillating motion in harsh..
$74.87
For 1" or 25 mm diameter linear shafts, this kit will replace the triad of opposing rollers on a single roller bearing pillow block (SPB series). Be sure to order 2 kits for a double or twin pillow block, DPB or TWN series). The kit contains: 1 fixed side roller..
$120.85
Steel linear guide carriage for 34mm wide Redi-Rail RR14 linear rails with 3 double row, sealed, carbon steel roller bearings that can be adjusted for pre-load from a hole in the side.  Carriage only 3 Double Row Roller Bearings made of Carbon Steel Adjustable Preloaded Rollers Compatible with rail part..
$98.55
Plain linear bearing pillow block, open, with a 1/2" compensated ID for round shafts. This self-aligning, mountable, standard-sized pillow block features an inserted Simplicity® plain bearing within an aluminum alloy housing. The self-lubricating FrelonGOLD® bore liner provides oil-free, maintenance-free motion in harsh conditions such as extreme temperatures, dirt, contamination, vibration,..
$63.28
For 1.25" or 30 mm diameter linear shafts, this kit will replace the triad of opposing rollers on a single roller bearing pillow block (SPB series). Be sure to order 2 kits for a double or twin pillow block, DPB or TWN series). The kit contains: 1 fixed side roller..
$106.57
Plain linear bearing, closed, with a 1/4" precision ID (inner diameter) that provides a 0.0005" running clearance per side on matching round shafts. Encased in a standard cylindrical anodized aluminum shell, this bearing features a bonded Simplicity® self-lubricating FrelonGOLD® bore liner for maintenance-free linear, rotational, and oscillating motion in harsh..
$15.98
Eccentric Adjustable Heavy Duty Roller Bearing with a 70.1mm OD and an HVP1-1 welded horizontal flange plate that's easy to mount. This is part of the Hevi-Rail linear guide system, designed to handle substantial axial and radial loads. Compatible with the Hevi-Rail Linear Rail HVR-1 U-Type or HVRI-07 I-Type, these..
$245.44
Fixed concentric heavy-duty linear guide roller for the HVR-0 U-channel. The 62mm OD combined roller carries both radial and axial loads and uses case-hardened S450J2 MOD carbon steel for durable service in demanding linear-motion applications. It can be paired with the adjustable HVBEA-454 roller in a two-rail system to remove..
$116.06
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PBC Linear is a major US manufacturer of linear motion products, including linear bearings, ball screws, lead screws, linear actuators, shafting, rails, and guides, with expedited delivery available from our advanced manufacturing facility near Rockford, Illinois. Since 1983, we have grown from pioneering self-lubricating plain bearing technology into a full-line linear motion supplier serving US industry in automation, packaging, medical, food processing, transportation, aerospace, defense, and heavy industrial applications.

Our ball screw capabilities include miniature and standard sizes, rolled and ground configurations, multiple accuracy grades, ball screw and nut assemblies, end machining, and custom-engineered solutions. These products support general industrial automation as well as demanding aerospace and defense applications requiring reliable actuation, positioning, high load capacity, repeatability, and compact motion systems.

Our 200,000-square-foot US manufacturing facility combines engineering support, automated production, and state-of-the-art CNC machining to deliver consistent quality, fast lead times, and cost-effective linear motion solutions. Domestic manufacturing gives customers direct access to engineering and production resources for standard products, configured systems, custom machining, prototypes, and dependable US-based supply.

With more than 15 pending patents supporting ongoing product innovation, PBC Linear continues to develop technologies that reduce maintenance, improve reliability, and solve demanding motion challenges. From standard linear motion components and ball screws to configured actuator systems and custom-engineered assemblies, we provide the products and application expertise needed to keep US manufacturing moving.

 

  • Linear Bearings — self-lubricating plain bearings, linear ball bearings, and heavy-duty bearing solutions designed for low maintenance, long service life, smooth motion, and reliable performance in demanding industrial environments
  • Linear Shafting — carbon steel, stainless steel, and corrosion-resistant shaft options in inch and metric sizes, with precision surface finishes, multiple hardness options, solid and pre-drilled configurations, and custom machining available
  • Ball Screws — miniature and standard sizes, rolled and ground configurations, multiple accuracy grades, high thrust capacity, repeatable positioning, efficient power transmission, custom end machining, and ball screw and nut assemblies for industrial, aerospace, and defense applications
  • Lead Screws — metric and imperial sizes with anti-backlash nut options, motor integration, captive and non-captive configurations, and solutions for compact, efficient linear positioning
  • Linear Actuators — configured electromechanical actuator systems combining screws, bearings, guides, motors, and structural components for automation, positioning, material handling, and custom machine applications
  • Linear Rails and Guides — compact and heavy-duty guide systems for smooth, stable linear motion, including solutions for high radial and axial loads, harsh environments, and demanding machine applications
  • Hevi-Rail Heavy-Duty Linear Guides — robust steel rail and roller systems designed for extreme loads, long travel, interchangeable components, and rugged industrial equipment
  • Telescoping Forks — single, double, and adjustable-depth designs for automated storage and retrieval, material handling, tote handling, and bidirectional transfer applications
  • Precision Motion Assemblies — custom-engineered linear motion systems integrating bearings, shafting, screws, guides, motors, mounting hardware, and structural components into application-ready assemblies
  • Custom Machining and Engineering — application support, CNC machining, prototypes, configured systems, and custom linear motion solutions from our US manufacturing facility near Rockford, Illinois
  • US Manufacturing and Supply — domestic production, responsive engineering support, fast lead times, expedited delivery options, and dependable supply for general US manufacturing, aerospace, defense, medical, packaging, transportation, and heavy industry

Frequently Asked Questions

What linear motion products does PBC Linear manufacture?
PBC Linear manufactures linear bearings, shafting, ball screws, lead screws, linear actuators, rails, guides, telescoping forks, and custom motion assemblies.
Does PBC Linear manufacture linear bearings in the United States?
Yes. PBC Linear manufactures and supports linear motion products from its facility near Rockford, Illinois.
What types of linear bearings are available?
PBC Linear offers self-lubricating plain bearings, linear ball bearings, and heavy-duty linear bearing solutions.
Does PBC Linear offer both ball screws and lead screws?
Yes. PBC Linear offers ball screws and lead screws for positioning, actuation, automation, and motion control applications.
Are rolled and ground ball screws available?
Yes. PBC Linear offers rolled and ground ball screw options in multiple sizes and accuracy grades.
Can ball screws be supplied with custom end machining?
Yes. Custom end machining and application-specific ball screw configurations are available.
Are PBC Linear products used in aerospace and defense applications?
Yes. PBC Linear supplies linear motion components and systems for aerospace and defense applications requiring reliable actuation, positioning, repeatability, and load capacity.
Can PBC Linear support heavy-duty linear motion applications?
Yes. PBC Linear offers heavy-duty rails, guides, bearings, actuators, and motion components for high-load applications.
Are inch and metric sizes available for PBC Linear products?
Yes. Many PBC Linear product families are available in both inch, metric and JIS metric sizes.
Does PBC Linear provide custom linear motion systems?
Yes. PBC Linear supports configured systems, custom machining, prototypes, and custom-engineered motion assemblies.