Open plain linear bearing with a 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. Inch Series - Open anodized aluminum shell Precision..
$163.00
Open plain linear bearing with a 5/8" 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. Inch Series - Open anodized aluminum shell Precision..
$27.74
Open plain linear bearing with a 3/8" 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. Inch Series - Open anodized aluminum shell Precision..
$21.56
Plain linear bearing, open, with a 1.25" compensated ID, which has a 0.0015" per side running clearance. Housed in an anodized aluminum shell and lined with the renowned self-lubricating FrelonGOLD® liner, this bearing ensures maintenance-free performance in harsh conditions, including extreme temperatures, dirt, and vibration. Inch Series - Open anodized..
$81.64
Plain linear bearing, open, with a 1/2" compensated ID, which has a 0.0015" per side running clearance. Housed 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. Inch Series - Open anodized aluminum shell Compensated..
$25.63
Plain linear bearing, closed, with a 1/2" compensated ID, which has a 0.0015" per side running clearance. Housed 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. Inch Series - Closed Anodized aluminum shell Compensated..
$18.46
Crowned, closed plain linear bearing with a compensated 3 inch ID (inner diameter) that has a running clearance of 0.0015" per side. Self-Lubricating Bearing Liner is FrelonGOLD®. Crowned self-aligning outer diameter. Inch Series - Closed Anodized Aluminum Shell Compensated running clearance 0.0015" per side Self-Lubricating Bearing Liner: FrelonGOLD® is standard...
$459.90
Crowned, closed plain linear bearing with a compensated 2.5 inch ID (inner diameter) that has a slightly larger running clearance of 0.0015" per side. Self-Lubricating Bearing Liner is FrelonGOLD®. Crowned self-aligning outer diameter. Inch Series - Closed Anodized Aluminum Shell Compensated running clearance 0.0015" per side Self-Lubricating Bearing Liner: FrelonGOLD®..
$287.46
Crowned, closed plain linear bearing with a compensated 2 inch ID (inner diameter) that has a slightly larger running clearance of 0.0015" per side. Self-Lubricating Bearing Liner is FrelonGOLD®. Crowned self-aligning outer diameter. Inch Series - Closed Anodized Aluminum Shell Compensated running clearance 0.0015" per side Self-Lubricating Bearing Liner: FrelonGOLD®..
$143.92
Crowned, closed plain linear bearing with a compensated 1.25 inch ID (inner diameter) that has a slightly larger running clearance of 0.0015" per side. Self-Lubricating Bearing Liner is FrelonGOLD®. Crowned self-aligning outer diameter. Inch Series - Closed Anodized Aluminum Shell Compensated running clearance 0.0015" per side Self-Lubricating Bearing Liner: FrelonGOLD®..
$71.81
Crowned, closed plain linear bearing with a compensated 3/4 inch ID (inner diameter) that has a slightly larger running clearance of 0.0015" per side. Self-Lubricating Bearing Liner is FrelonGOLD®. Crowned self-aligning outer diameter. Inch Series - Closed Anodized Aluminum Shell Compensated running clearance 0.0015" per side Self-Lubricating Bearing Liner: FrelonGOLD®..
$23.09
Crowned, closed plain linear bearing with a compensated 1/2 inch ID (inner diameter) that has a slightly larger running clearance of 0.0015" per side. Self-Lubricating Bearing Liner is FrelonGOLD®. Crowned self-aligning outer diameter. Inch Series - Closed Anodized Aluminum Shell Compensated running clearance 0.0015" per side Self-Lubricating Bearing Liner: FrelonGOLD®..
$20.32
Crowned, closed plain linear bearing with a compensated 3/8 inch ID (inner diameter) that has a slightly larger running clearance of 0.0015" per side. Self-Lubricating Bearing Liner is FrelonGOLD®. Crowned self-aligning outer diameter. Inch Series Compensated running clearance 0.0015" per side Self-Lubricating Bearing Liner: FrelonGOLD® is standard. Operates well in..
$19.50
Closed crowned plain linear bearing with a 1 inch ID (inner diameter) and a precision running clearance of 0.0005" per side. Self-Lubricating Bearing Liner is FrelonGOLD®. Crowned self-aligning outer diameter. Inch Series Precision running clearance 0.0005" per side Self-Lubricating Bearing Liner: FrelonGOLD® is standard. Operates well in harsh, high temperature..
$50.49
Closed plain linear bearing with a 3" 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. Inch Series Precision..
$353.77
Open self-lubricating plain linear bearing with a 20mm JIS Metric inner diameter and a precision running clearance of 0.0005" per side. Made with a self-lubricating FrelonGOLD® liner, it offers excellent wear resistance and vibration dampening, ensuring smooth operation without extra lubrication in harsh and/or high temperature environments. The anodized aluminum..
$28.75
Crowned, closed, self-aligning plain linear bearing with a 16mm JIS Metric inner diameter and a precision running clearance of 0.0005" per side. Made with a self-lubricating FrelonGOLD® liner, it offers excellent wear resistance and vibration dampening, ensuring smooth operation without extra lubrication in harsh and/or high temperature environments. The anodized..
$26.97
Crowned, closed, self-aligning plain linear bearing with a 20mm JIS Metric inner diameter and a precision running clearance of 0.0005" per side. Made with a self-lubricating FrelonGOLD® liner, it offers excellent wear resistance and vibration dampening, ensuring smooth operation without extra lubrication. The anodized aluminum shell is both lightweight and..
$27.53
Crowned, closed, self-aligning plain linear bearing with an 8mm JIS Metric inner diameter and a compensated running clearance of 0.0015" per side. Made with a self-lubricating FrelonGOLD® liner, it offers excellent wear resistance and vibration dampening, ensuring smooth operation without extra lubrication. The anodized aluminum shell is both lightweight and..
$20.94
Closed self-lubricating plain linear bearing with a 8mm JIS Metric inner diameter and a precision running clearance of 0.0005" per side. Made with a self-lubricating FrelonGOLD® liner, it offers excellent wear resistance and vibration dampening, ensuring smooth operation without extra lubrication. The anodized aluminum shell is both lightweight and sturdy,..
$15.98
Linear bearings from PBC Linear include plain linear bearings for maintenance-free, self-lubricating motion, linear ball bearings for high-speed, low-friction performance, and cam roller pillow blocks for heavy-load, long-travel durability along round or square shafts or profiled rails. Simplicity® plain linear bearings use FrelonGold® PTFE liners to deliver consistent low-friction operation in harsh environments, including extreme heat, dirt, debris, and vibration. Round shaft plain bearings support rotary, linear, and oscillating motion, while square shaft versions support linear and oscillating motion only. They are available in standard, twin-size, flanged, and pillow block designs, including thin-walled, sleeve bushing, and die set variants. Linear ball bearings feature a heat-treated outer ring, quiet resin retainer, and recirculating steel balls to enable higher speeds and eliminate the 2:1 binding limitation of plain bearings in cantilevered applications. They are available in standard, twin-sized, flanged, and pillow block housings. Cam roller pillow blocks use open housing designs with single, double, or twin sets of coated steel cam rollers for heavy-duty performance along rail-supported round shafts. All linear bearings match standard shaft sizes in inch, metric, and JIS.
PBC Linear® Specifications for Simplicity Plain Linear Bearings:
- Self-Lubricating Bearing Liner: FrelonGOLD® is standard;
- Optional liners include Frelon® J for corrosive chemical conditions and Frelon® W (FDA compliant)
- Temperature Rating: -400°F/+400°F or -240°C/204°C
- ID Sizes: Available from 3/16” to 4” Inch Series, 5mm to 80mm Metric Series
- Maximum Horizontal Static Load: 2,165-100,500 lb (982- 45,586 kg)l
- Maximum Speed: Up to 8 m/s (315 in/s)
- Shaft Lengths: Up to 12 feet
- Shell Material: Standard is aluminum; stainless steel shells are available
- Self-Lubricating: Provides oil-free operation
- Seal Options: Nitrile rubber, urethane, and viton seals available from ½” ID and up or 20mm and up
- Mounting Options: O-ring and retaining ring grooves for multiple mounting options
- External Lubrication: Optional feature for added lubrication
- Vibration Damping: Ensures smooth and quiet operation
Specifications for Linear Ball Bearings:
- Temperature Range: -4/+176°F (-20/+80°C)
- ID Sizes: Available from 1/4" to 2” Inch Series, and 8mm to 50mm Metric Series
- Static Load Capacities: Up to 1700 lb (7900 N)
- Dynamic Load Capacities: Up to 850 lb (3800 N)
- Interchangeable: Size interchangeable with industry standards and the Simplicity plain linear bearing series
- Low Coefficient of Friction: Ensures smooth operation
- Heat Treated Alloy Steel Shell: Provides durability
- Resin Retainer: Reduces noise
- Double Seals: Included as standard at no additional cost
Specifications for Roller Bearing Pillow Blocks:
- Use a floating "F" part number for each opposing block on parallel shafts to accommodate imperfect alignments.
- A set of opposing roller bearings consists of 1 fixed side roller, 1 eccentric side roller (to account for any misalignment) and a top support roller
- FUBK Series replacement kits include one new roller for each of the three in a set
- Order two replacement kits to cover more than one set of opposing bearings
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between plain linear bearings and linear ball bearings?
Plain linear bearings use self-lubricating liners and are ideal for harsh environments, while linear ball bearings use recirculating steel balls for low friction and higher-speed performance.
What are the benefits of plain linear bearings?
Plain linear bearings provide maintenance-free, self-lubricating operation and perform well in environments with heat, dirt, debris, and vibration.
What are the advantages of linear ball bearings?
Linear ball bearings deliver high-speed, low-friction performance and eliminate the 2:1 binding limitation of plain bearings in cantilevered applications.
Which linear bearing is best for dirty or harsh environments?
Plain linear bearings are best suited for dirty or harsh environments because their self-lubricating liners resist contamination from dust, debris, and moisture.
Which linear bearing is best for high-speed applications?
Linear ball bearings are ideal for high-speed applications due to their low coefficient of friction and recirculating ball design.
When should cam roller pillow blocks be used?
Cam roller pillow blocks are ideal for heavy-load, long-travel applications, using coated steel cam rollers in open housing designs for durable performance along rail-supported round shafts.
Do linear ball bearings require lubrication?
Yes, most linear ball bearings require lubrication for optimal performance and service life, unlike self-lubricating plain bearings.
What motions do plain linear bearings support?
Round shaft plain bearings support rotary, linear, and oscillating motion, while square shaft versions support linear and oscillating motion only.
Are linear bearings interchangeable with industry standards?
Yes, most linear bearings are dimensionally interchangeable with industry-standard sizes.
What sizes are available for linear bearings?
Linear bearings match standard shaft sizes and are available in inch, metric, and JIS sizing.
What is the difference between plain linear bearings and linear ball bearings?
Plain linear bearings use self-lubricating liners and are ideal for harsh environments, while linear ball bearings use recirculating steel balls for low friction and higher-speed performance.
What are the benefits of plain linear bearings?
Plain linear bearings provide maintenance-free, self-lubricating operation and perform well in environments with heat, dirt, debris, and vibration.
What are the advantages of linear ball bearings?
Linear ball bearings deliver high-speed, low-friction performance and eliminate the 2:1 binding limitation of plain bearings in cantilevered applications.
Which linear bearing is best for dirty or harsh environments?
Plain linear bearings are best suited for dirty or harsh environments because their self-lubricating liners resist contamination from dust, debris, and moisture.
Which linear bearing is best for high-speed applications?
Linear ball bearings are ideal for high-speed applications due to their low coefficient of friction and recirculating ball design.
When should cam roller pillow blocks be used?
Cam roller pillow blocks are ideal for heavy-load, long-travel applications, using coated steel cam rollers in open housing designs for durable performance along rail-supported round shafts.
Do linear ball bearings require lubrication?
Yes, most linear ball bearings require lubrication for optimal performance and service life, unlike self-lubricating plain bearings.
What motions do plain linear bearings support?
Round shaft plain bearings support rotary, linear, and oscillating motion, while square shaft versions support linear and oscillating motion only.
Are linear bearings interchangeable with industry standards?
Yes, most linear bearings are dimensionally interchangeable with industry-standard sizes.
What sizes are available for linear bearings?
Linear bearings match standard shaft sizes and are available in inch, metric, and JIS sizing.
Types of Linear Bearings we offer are: Linear Plain Bearings, Linear Plain Bearing Flange Mounts, Linear Plain Sleeve Bearings, Linear Plain Pillow Block Bearings, Linear Plain Bearing Flange Die Set Bushings, Linear Plain Square Bearings, Linear Ball Bearings, Linear Ball Bearing Flange Mounts, Linear Ball Bearing Pillow Blocks, Roller Pillow Block Bearings, Single Roller Pillow Block Bearings, Double Roller Pillow Block Bearings, Twin Roller Pillow Block Bearings
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