V-Wheel & V-Rail Linear Guide

V-Roller Linear Guides | V-Wheels & V-Rails

V-wheels are grooved cam roller bearings that travel along V-shaped linear rails, known as V-rails, to carry loads and provide smooth, controlled motion along a single axis with one degree of freedom. Their V-shaped geometry helps the wheel remain aligned on the rail while resisting minor misalignment, debris, and contamination, making V-wheel guide systems a strong choice for rugged linear motion applications. The V-Guide series at PBC Linear pairs precision steel V-wheels with matching V-rails to create durable, easy-to-install linear guide systems for demanding environments. The V-wheels are available in four standard diameters: 20, 30, 45, and 60 mm, and are mounted with standard or eccentric bushings installed through the wheel bore. These bushings, sold separately in our store below, provide the mounting interface between the wheel and the machine frame, with eccentric bushings allowing preload adjustment to control wheel-to-rail contact, remove play, and ensure smooth, accurate travel. Wheel material options include 52100 bearing steel and 420 stainless steel, while V-rails are available in 1045 carbon steel, with or without black oxide finish, or 400 series stainless steel. Designed for reliable low-friction travel, the V-Guide system supports continuous rail lengths up to 6,000 mm, or 19.7 ft. The rail-and-wheel design helps tolerate dirt, debris, and washdown conditions better than many conventional linear guide styles, while maintaining straightforward installation and adjustment for automation, material handling, packaging, and other industrial motion applications.

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Steel V-Wheel, 60mm outer diameter (Size 4) and permanently sealed and lubricated. V-Guide wheels are precision-ground, dual-row angular contact roller bearings with hardened outer surfaces, offering low-friction guidance for linear motion applications. They can be used with internal or external 90-degree rails, as well as round shafts. Size 4 =..
$62.16
Stainless Steel V-Wheel, 30mm diameter (Size 2) and permanently sealed and lubricated. V-Guide wheels are dual-row angular contact roller bearings offering low-friction guidance for linear motion applications. They can be used with internal or external 90-degree rails, as well as round shafts. Size 2 = 30mm diameter 440 stainless steel..
$53.37
Steel V-Wheel, 45mm outer diameter (Size 3). V-Guide wheels are precision-ground, dual-row angular contact roller bearings with hardened outer surfaces, offering low-friction guidance for linear motion applications. They can be used with internal or external 90-degree rails, as well as round shafts. Size 3 = 45mm outer diameter Matches VR3,..
$42.54
V-Wheel bushing, eccentric adjustable, for V-Guide Size 2 wheels. Engineered to handle radial loads effectively. Made of 303 stainless steel for superior corrosion resistance and machinability, ensuring longevity in demanding environments. The eccentric design enables precise offset adjustments, allowing for easy fine-tuning of wheel alignment, tension, and preload in linear..
$9.03
Steel V-Wheel, 45mm diameter (Size 3) and permanently sealed and lubricated. V-Guide wheels are precision-ground, dual-row angular contact roller bearings with hardened outer surfaces, offering low-friction guidance for linear motion applications. They can be used with internal or external 90-degree rails, as well as round shafts. Size 3 = 45mm..
$44.26
Steel V-Wheel, 20mm outer diameter (Size 1). V-Guide wheels are precision-ground, dual-row angular contact roller bearings with hardened outer surfaces, offering low-friction guidance for linear motion applications. They can be used with internal or external 90-degree rails, as well as round shafts. Size 1 = 20mm diameter Matches VR1, VRD1,..
$27.09
V-Wheel bushing, eccentric adjustable, for V-Guide Size 4 wheels. Engineered to handle radial loads effectively. Made of 303 stainless steel for superior corrosion resistance and machinability, ensuring longevity in demanding environments. The eccentric design enables precise offset adjustments, allowing for easy fine-tuning of wheel alignment, tension, and preload in linear..
$16.87
V-Wheel bushing, concentric fixed, for V-Guide Size 1 wheels. Engineered to handle radial loads effectively. Made of 303 stainless steel for superior corrosion resistance and machinability, ensuring longevity in demanding environments.  Bushing Only -V-Wheel sold separately 303 stainless Steel Construction Compatible with wheel part number VW1, VWS1, VWSS1
$5.68
V-Wheel bushing, concentric fixed, for V-Guide Size 2 wheels. Engineered to handle radial loads effectively. Made of 303 stainless steel for superior corrosion resistance and machinability, ensuring longevity in demanding environments.  Bushing Only -V-Wheel sold separately 303 stainless Steel Construction Compatible with wheel part number VW2, VWS2, VWSS2
$7.24
Stainless Steel Linear V-Rail, pre-drilled 12" long, for Size 1 V-wheels (20mm diameter roller bearings sold separately). This undrilled solid v-groove rail is part of PBC Linear’s V-Guide series. Constructed from 400 series stainless steel, it is polished for a high-quality surface that minimizes friction and wear. Simple installation with..
$26.31
Steel V-Wheel, 30mm diameter (Size 2) and permanently sealed and lubricated. V-Guide wheels are precision-ground, dual-row angular contact roller bearings with hardened outer surfaces, offering low-friction guidance for linear motion applications. They can be used with internal or external 90-degree rails, as well as round shafts. Size 2 = 30mm..
$33.83
Stainless Steel V-Wheel, 45mm outer diameter (Size 3) and permanently sealed and lubricated. V-Guide wheels are dual-row angular contact roller bearings offering low-friction guidance for linear motion applications. They can be used with internal or external 90-degree rails, as well as round shafts. Size 3 = 45mm outer diameter 440..
$76.44
V-Rail Linear Rail, 72" long, matching Size 3 V-wheels (these are 45mm diameter roller bearings sold separately). This v-groove rail is part of PBC Linear’s V-Guide series. Constructed from induction-hardened 1045 carbon steel, it is ground and polished for a high-quality surface that minimizes friction and wear. Simple installation with..
$144.49
Stainless Steel Linear V-Rail, pre-drilled 24" long, for Size 1 V-wheels (20mm diameter roller bearings sold separately). This v-groove rail is part of PBC Linear’s V-Guide series. Constructed from 400 series stainless steel, it is polished for a high-quality surface that minimizes friction and wear. Simple installation with a shoulder..
$52.62
Stainless Steel V-Wheel, 20mm outer diameter (Size 1) and permanently sealed and lubricated. V-Guide wheels are dual-row angular contact roller bearings offering low-friction guidance for linear motion applications. They can be used with internal or external 90-degree rails, as well as round shafts. Size 1 = 20mm outer diameter 440..
$47.45
Steel V-Wheel, 60mm outer diameter (Size 4). V-Guide wheels are precision-ground, dual-row angular contact roller bearings with hardened outer surfaces, offering low-friction guidance for linear motion applications. They can be used with internal or external 90-degree rails, as well as round shafts. Size 4 = 60mm diameter Matches VR4, VRD4,..
$60.92
V-Wheel bushing, eccentric adjustable, for V-Guide Size 3 wheels. Engineered to handle radial loads effectively. Made of 303 stainless steel for superior corrosion resistance and machinability, ensuring longevity in demanding environments. The eccentric design enables precise offset adjustments, allowing for easy fine-tuning of wheel alignment, tension, and preload in linear..
$11.00
V-Wheel bushing, concentric fixed, for V-Guide Size 4 wheels. Engineered to handle radial loads effectively. Made of 303 stainless steel for superior corrosion resistance and machinability, ensuring longevity in demanding environments.  Bushing Only -V-Wheel sold separately Bushing Outer Diameter equals the bore diameter 303 stainless Steel Construction Compatible with wheel..
$12.94
V-Wheel bushing, eccentric adjustable, for V-Guide Size 1 wheels. Engineered to handle radial loads effectively. Made of 303 stainless steel for superior corrosion resistance and machinability, ensuring longevity in demanding environments. The eccentric design enables precise offset adjustments, allowing for easy fine-tuning of wheel alignment, tension, and preload in linear..
$7.48
V-Rail Stainless Steel Linear Rail, 72" long, matching Size 4 V-wheels (60mm diameter roller bearings sold separately). This undrilled solid v-groove rail is part of PBC Linear’s V-Guide series. Constructed from 400 series stainless steel, it is polished for a high-quality surface that minimizes friction and wear. Simple installation with..
$478.94
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V-Roller Linear Guides | V-Wheels & V-Rails

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V-wheels are grooved cam roller bearings that travel along V-shaped linear rails, known as V-rails, to carry loads and provide smooth, controlled motion along a single axis with one degree of freedom. Their V-shaped geometry helps the wheel remain aligned on the rail while resisting minor misalignment, debris, and contamination, making V-wheel guide systems a strong choice for rugged linear motion applications. The V-Guide series at PBC Linear pairs precision steel V-wheels with matching V-rails to create durable, easy-to-install linear guide systems for demanding environments. The V-wheels are available in four standard diameters: 20, 30, 45, and 60 mm, and are mounted with standard or eccentric bushings installed through the wheel bore. These bushings, sold separately in our store below, provide the mounting interface between the wheel and the machine frame, with eccentric bushings allowing preload adjustment to control wheel-to-rail contact, remove play, and ensure smooth, accurate travel. Wheel material options include 52100 bearing steel and 420 stainless steel, while V-rails are available in 1045 carbon steel, with or without black oxide finish, or 400 series stainless steel. Designed for reliable low-friction travel, the V-Guide system supports continuous rail lengths up to 6,000 mm, or 19.7 ft. The rail-and-wheel design helps tolerate dirt, debris, and washdown conditions better than many conventional linear guide styles, while maintaining straightforward installation and adjustment for automation, material handling, packaging, and other industrial motion applications.



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What is a V-Wheel?
A V-wheel is a grooved cam roller bearing that travels along a matching V-shaped rail to support a load and guide linear motion along one axis with one degree of freedom. The angled wheel profile helps keep the wheel aligned on the rail while providing low-friction travel and strong resistance to minor misalignment, debris, and contamination. V-wheels are commonly used in rugged linear guide systems where durability, easy adjustment, and reliable motion are needed in environments that may be too dirty or exposed for conventional linear bearings.
What is a V-Rail?
A V-rail is a V-shaped linear rail that guides matching grooved cam roller bearings, or V-wheels, in straight-line motion. Its angled running surfaces keep the wheels aligned on the rail while supporting smooth, low-friction travel along a single axis. The V-profile also helps the guide system tolerate minor misalignment, debris, and contamination, making V-rails well suited for rugged linear motion applications where durability and easy maintenance are important.