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Linear Ball Bushings

Cylindrical linear ball bearings for round steel shafts use recirculating steel balls to provide low-friction rolling element motion along a straight-line axis with one degree of freedom. Compared with plain bearings, they are better suited for higher speeds, longer strokes, and overhanging cantilevered loads where the 2:1 binding rule can be a concern. Linear ball bearings from PBC Linear use heat-treated alloy steel shells for durability, precision steel balls for smooth travel, resin retainers for reduced noise, and standard double seals to help keep contaminants out. Available configurations include closed, adjustable, open, self-aligning, double-size, and compact thin-wall designs, with the IP Series for inch sizes, EP Series for ISO metric sizes, JP Series for JIS metric sizes, IPS Series for self-aligning inch bearings, and KHP Series for compact thin-wall ISO metric bearings. Inch, ISO metric, and JIS metric sizes are offered from 1/4" to 2" and 5mm to 50mm, with dimensional interchangeability to industry standards and PBC Linear Simplicity® plain linear bearings. These bearings operate across temperatures from -4°F to +176°F (-20°C to +80°C). Pillow block and flanged linear ball bearing assemblies are listed separately for applications that require mounted housings.

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Linear ball bearing, closed shell, with a 13mm ID JIS Metric, featuring a standard-sized heat-treated alloy steel shell that enhances durability and load capacity. Recommended over plain bearings in cantilevered applications as the 2:1 binding rule does not apply. Double seals add protection, a low coefficient of friction enables higher..
$15.07
Adjustable linear ball bearing with a 12mm ID JIS Metric, featuring a flexible slit along the side that provides adaptability for imperfect or worn shafts. A standard-sized heat-treated alloy steel shell enhances durability and load capacity, especially in cantilevered applications. Double seals add protection, a low coefficient of friction enables..
$17.51
Adjustable Linear Ball Bearing with a 12mm ISO Metric ID (inner diameter). Adjustable bearings are sometimes needed for old machinery or special shaft environments. Temperature Range: -4/+176°F (-20/+80°C) Variant ID Sizes: Available from 1/4" to 2” Inch Series,  8mm to 50mm Metric  Interchangeable: Size interchangeable with industry standards and our..
$17.37
Closed Linear Ball Bearing with a 12mm ID (inner diameter). Heat treated allow steel shell for durability, low coefficient of friction for speed and resin retainer for quiet motion. ISO Metric Series - Closed shell for end-supported shafts Handles cantilevered loads better than plain bearings Temperature Range: -4/+176°F (-20/+80°C) Variant..
$14.49
Linear ball bearing, double-sized and closed, with an 8mm ID JIS Metric, featuring a double wide heat-treated alloy steel shell for greater durability and higher load capacity under cantilevered conditions. Double seals add protection, a low coefficient of friction enables higher speeds, and a resin retainer polymer cage reduces noise...
$30.43
Closed Linear Ball Bearing with a 10mm ID (inner diameter). Heat treated allow steel shell for durability, low coefficient of friction for speed and resin retainer for quiet motion. ISO Metric Series - Closed shell for end-supported shafts Handles cantilevered loads better than plain bearings Temperature Range: -4/+176°F (-20/+80°C) Variant..
$13.87
Linear ball bearing, closed shell, with a 10mm ID JIS Metric, featuring a standard-sized heat-treated alloy steel shell that enhances durability and load capacity. Recommended over plain bearings in cantilevered applications as the 2:1 binding rule does not apply. Double seals add protection, a low coefficient of friction enables higher..
$14.16
Open Linear Ball Bearing, Self-Aligning, with a 1/2" ID and a low coefficient of friction. Constructed with a heat-treated alloy steel shell, the resin retainer effectively reduces noise during operation, while double seals are included as standard at no additional cost. Temperature Range: -4/+176°F (-20/+80°C) Variant ID Sizes: from 1/4"..
$31.01
Linear ball bearing, open shelled, with a 13mm ID JIS Metric, featuring a standard-sized heat-treated alloy steel shell that enhances durability and load capacity. Recommended over plain bearings in cantilevered applications as the 2:1 binding rule does not apply. Double seals add protection, a low coefficient of friction enables higher..
$19.01
Linear ball bearing, open, with a 12mm ID (inner diameter). Featuring a heat-treated alloy steel shell for durability, a resin retainer polymer cage for reduced noise and a low coefficient of friction for speed. Handles cantilevered loads better than plain bearings, overcoming the 2:1 binding ratio limitation of plain bearings...
$20.47
Linear ball bearing, open shelled, with a 12mm ID JIS Metric, featuring a standard-sized heat-treated alloy steel shell that enhances durability and load capacity. Recommended over plain bearings in cantilevered applications as the 2:1 binding rule does not apply. Double seals add protection, a low coefficient of friction enables higher..
$18.10
Linear ball bearing, closed shell, with an 8mm ID JIS Metric, featuring a standard-sized heat-treated alloy steel shell that enhances durability and load capacity. Recommended over plain bearings in cantilevered applications as the 2:1 binding rule does not apply. Double seals add protection, a low coefficient of friction enables higher..
$13.22
Closed Linear Ball Bearing with a 5mm ISO Metric ID (inner diameter). Heat treated allow steel shell for durability, low coefficient of friction for speed and resin retainer for quiet linear motion. Temperature Range: -4/+176°F (-20/+80°C) Variant ID Sizes from 1/4" to 2” Inch Series,  5mm to 50mm Metric  Size..
$12.65
Thin-walled linear ball bearing, 40mm ID, 52mm OD and 60mm length, with a closed design for compact linear motion systems where radial space is limited. Recirculating balls run within a slim heat-treated alloy steel shell, while a polymer resin retainer guides the balls and helps reduce operating noise and friction...
$51.05
Thin-walled linear ball bearing, 30mm ID, 40mm OD and 50mm length, with a closed design for compact linear motion systems where radial space is limited. Recirculating balls run within a slim heat-treated alloy steel shell, while a polymer resin retainer guides the balls and helps reduce operating noise and friction...
$41.94
Thin-walled linear ball bearing, 25mm ID, 35mm OD and 40mm length, with a closed design for compact linear motion systems where radial space is limited. Recirculating balls run within a slim heat-treated alloy steel shell, while a polymer resin retainer guides the balls and helps reduce operating noise and friction...
$45.12
Thin-walled linear ball bearing, 12mm ID, 19mm OD and 28mm length, with a closed design for compact linear motion systems where radial space is limited. Recirculating balls run within a slim heat-treated alloy steel shell, while a polymer resin retainer guides the balls and helps reduce operating noise and friction...
$14.35
137 products

Linear Ball Bushings

137 products

Cylindrical linear ball bearings for round steel shafts use recirculating steel balls to provide low-friction rolling element motion along a straight-line axis with one degree of freedom. Compared with plain bearings, they are better suited for higher speeds, longer strokes, and overhanging cantilevered loads where the 2:1 binding rule can be a concern. Linear ball bearings from PBC Linear use heat-treated alloy steel shells for durability, precision steel balls for smooth travel, resin retainers for reduced noise, and standard double seals to help keep contaminants out. Available configurations include closed, adjustable, open, self-aligning, double-size, and compact thin-wall designs, with the IP Series for inch sizes, EP Series for ISO metric sizes, JP Series for JIS metric sizes, IPS Series for self-aligning inch bearings, and KHP Series for compact thin-wall ISO metric bearings. Inch, ISO metric, and JIS metric sizes are offered from 1/4" to 2" and 5mm to 50mm, with dimensional interchangeability to industry standards and PBC Linear Simplicity® plain linear bearings. These bearings operate across temperatures from -4°F to +176°F (-20°C to +80°C). Pillow block and flanged linear ball bearing assemblies are listed separately for applications that require mounted housings.

 

Key Features of Linear Ball Bearings:

  • Interchangeability: Compatible with industry standards and PBC Linear Simplicity bearings.
  • Material: High-quality heat-treated alloy steel shells with a low coefficient of friction.
  • Self-Lubricating: Maintenance-free operation with FrelonGOLD®, Frelon J, and Frelon W liners.
  • Durability: Resin retainers for reduced noise and double seals included as standard.
  • Temperature Range: Suitable for environments ranging from -4°F to +176°F (-20°C to +80°C).
  • Designs: Available in closed, adjustable, open, wide, and compact thin-wall configurations.
  • Size Ranges: Available from 1/4" to 2" (Imperial) and 5 mm to 50 mm (Metric and JIS).


Linear Ball Bearing Product Variants:

  • IP Series (Inch): Closed, adjustable, and open models for traditional imperial measurements.
  • EP Series (ISO Metric): Closed, adjustable, and open designs tailored for European standards.
  • JP Series (JIS Metric): Closed, adjustable, and open types for Asian standards.
  • IPS Series (Inch): Self-aligning models for increased tolerance to misalignment.
  • KHP Series (ISO Metric): Compact thin-wall bearings for space-sensitive applications.
  • Wide Series (Inch and Metric): Double-length versions for increased load capacities.