Heavy-Duty Linear Rail Guides - Hevi-Rail

Linear rails are track systems that constrain motion to a single axis by eliminating unwanted degrees of freedom, enabling controlled linear movement under load. Used in linear guides or as standalone tracks, these rails can support sliding surfaces or rolling elements and are available in geometries such as U-channel, I-channel, C-channel, V-edge, and Gothic arch raceways depending on load capacity, environment, and precision requirements. Hevi-Rail® linear rails are heavy-duty linear guide track systems engineered for high-capacity cam rollers in demanding industrial applications. Built in the USA from durable S450J2 carbon steel, these steel rails are available in rugged U-channel and I-channel/I-beam profiles to provide high load capacity, structural rigidity, and long-travel support. The matching cam rollers use case-hardened S450J2 MOD carbon steel outer rings for wear resistance under extreme radial and axial loads. Designed for aerospace lifts, steel processing, heavy manufacturing, material handling, and other high-load applications, Hevi-Rail® systems provide a robust alternative to lighter-duty linear guide rails. Clamp flanges simplify installation without welding or straightening, while self-aligning features help absorb shock, vibration, and alignment variation. Available in 11 sizes with continuous rail lengths up to 6 meters, Hevi-Rail® linear guide systems support axial loads up to 18.5 kN and radial loads up to 59.2 kN. Options include sand-blasted finishes for corrosion resistance and sealed, lubricated-for-life rollers to reduce maintenance.

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