Simplicity Linear Slide Assemblies

Simplicity Linear Slide Assemblies

Choose your ideal linear slide assembly

The Simplicity Linear Slide Assemblies encompass a range of high-profile and low-profile linear guides equipped with self-lubricating Frelon® bearings, adept at handling heavy loads across harsh, contaminated environments. Their versatility is evident in their capability to perform across a wide temperature spectrum from −240°C to 240°C (−400°F to 400°F), making them ideal for various industrial applications. Each assembly is designed to offer distinct advantages in terms of load capacity, ease of use, and application flexibility.

Each assembly in the Simplicity Linear Slide Series is engineered to deliver reliability, durability, and high performance in linear motion applications, catering to a wide spectrum of industrial needs with its innovative design and material options.

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Performance Benefits

  • Versatile Temperature Range: Operates effectively across a vast temperature range, suitable for extreme environments.
  • Self-Lubricating Frelon® Bearings: Eliminates the need for external lubricants, reducing maintenance requirements and increasing longevity.
  • High Load Capacity: Can handle normal carriage loads up to 83,000 N (18,750 lbf), supporting heavy-duty applications.
  • Vibration Dampening: The bearings tolerate and dampen vibration, ensuring smooth operation even in challenging conditions.
  • Diverse Material Options: Availability of various bearing and shaft materials, including FrelonGOLD®, alloy steel, anodized aluminum, and stainless steel options, catering to different application needs.
  • Comprehensive Range: With rail shaft diameters from 12.7 mm (0.5 in) to 50.8 mm (2.0 in) and rail lengths up to 2440 mm (96 in), the assemblies support a wide array of design requirements.
  • High-Speed Capability: Carriage speeds of up to 0.457 m/s (18 in/s) support applications requiring rapid movement.
  • Innovative Design Options: Including captive and non-captive linear actuators, hand crank and hand wheel models, and assemblies equipped with ball screws for precision movement.

Product Variants Overview

  • RS and RPS High Profile Assemblies: Ideal for applications requiring robust support and high load capacity.
  • 1RPS and 2RPS Inch High Profile Assemblies: Feature rolled ball screws for precision linear motion, suitable for a range of industrial applications.
  • LRPS and 2LRPS Low Profile Assemblies: Offer a lower profile solution without compromising on load capacity or operational efficiency.
  • SC2RPS Self Centering Assembly: Provides superior alignment and reduced wear through its self-centering mechanism.
  • 2HCR with Hand Crank: Combines ease of manual operation with heavy load capacity, featuring a counterbalanced hand crank.
  • 2N23-34 and 2N42-56 with NEMA Drive Kit: Designed for seamless integration with NEMA motors, facilitating automated operations.
  • 2HWL with Hand Wheel: Offers manual control through an aluminum hand wheel, ideal for applications where precision manual adjustment is needed.

RS High Profile Simplicity Linear Slide Assembly

RS High Profile Simplicity Linear Slide Assembly

Simplicity® Linear Slide Technology handles heavy loads and excels in harsh, contaminated environments. RS Plain Bearing Linear Slide Assemblies are equipped with Frelon® bearings that are self-lubricating (no external lubricants), handle a wide temperature range −240°C to 240°C (−400°F to 400°F), and tolerate and dampen vibration. Features include:

  • Rail shaft diameters from 12.7 mm (0.5 in) to 50.8 mm (2.0 in)
  • Rail lengths to 2440 mm (96 in)
  • Carriage speeds up to 0.457 m/s (18 in/s)
  • Normal carriage loads up to 83,000 N (18,750 lbf)
  • Bearing materials available include FrelonGOLD®, Frelon J, and ball bearing
  • Shaft materials available include alloy steel, anodized aluminum, 440 stainless steel, and chrome plated 303 stainless steel
  • (1) Aluminum alloy mounting plate
  • (4) Simplicity pillow block assemblies
  • (2) Alloy steel shafting
  • (2) Aluminum alloy support rails
Name Carriage Type Drive Type MAX Horizontal Load (Fz) N MAX Stroke (mm) Shop Link
RS-0800-024.000 Plate None 6,450 469.90 Shop Now
RS-0800-036.000 Plate None 6,450 622.30 Shop Now
RS-0800-048.000 Plate None 6,450 1,079.50 Shop Now
RS-1000-024.000 Plate None 9,786 449.28 Shop Now
RS-1000-036.000 Plate None 9,786 601.68 Shop Now
RS-1000-048.000 Plate None 9,786 1,058.88 Shop Now
RS-1200-024.000 Plate None 12,677 428.63 Shop Now
RS-1200-036.000 Plate None 12,677 581.03 Shop Now
RS-1200-048.000 Plate None 12,677 1,038.23 Shop Now
RS-1600-024.000 Plate None 23,464 398.48 Shop Now
RS-1600-036.000 Plate None 23,464 550.88 Shop Now
RS-1600-048.000 Plate None 23,464 1,008.08 Shop Now
RS-2000-024.000 Plate None 34,473 355.60 Shop Now
RS-2000-036.000 Plate None 34,473 508 Shop Now
RS-2000-048.000 Plate None 34,473 965.20 Shop Now
RS-2400-024.000 Plate None 47,151 304.80 Shop Now
RS-2400-036.000 Plate None 47,151 457.20 Shop Now
RS-2400-048.000 Plate None 47,151 914.40 Shop Now
RS-3200-024.000 Plate None 83,400 206.25 Shop Now
RS-3200-036.000 Plate None 83,400 358.65 Shop Now
RS-3200-048.000 Plate None 83,400 815.85 Shop Now

RPS High Profile Simplicity Linear Slide Assembly

RPS High Profile Simplicity Linear Slide Assembly

Simplicity® Linear Slide Technology handles heavy loads and excels in harsh, contaminated environments. RPS Plain Bearing Linear Slide Assemblies are equipped with Frelon bearings that are self-lubricating (no external lubricants), handle a wide temperature range −240°C to −240°C (−400°F to 400°F) and tolerate and dampen vibration. Features include:

  • Rail shaft diameters from 12.7 mm (0.5 in) to 50.8 mm (2.0 in)
  • Rail lengths to 2440 mm (96 in)
  • Carriage speeds up to 0.457 m/s (18 in/s)
  • Normal carriage loads up to 83,000 N (18,750 lbf) 
  • Bearing materials available include FrelonGOLD®, Frelon® J, and ball bearing
  • Shaft materials available include alloy steel, anodized aluminum, 440 stainless steel, and chrome plated 303 stainless steel
  • (1) Aluminum alloy mounting plate
  • (4) Simplicity pillow block assemblies
  • (2) Alloy steel shafting
  • (2) Aluminum alloy support rails
  • Bottom support plates with precision alignment
Name Carriage Type Drive Type MAX Horizontal Load (Fz) N MAX Stroke (mm) Shop Link
RPS-0800-024.000 Plate None 6,450 469.90 Shop Now
RPS-0800-036.000 Plate None 6,450 622.30 Shop Now
RPS-0800-048.000 Plate None 6,450 1,079.50 Shop Now
RPS-1000-024.000 Plate None 9,786 449.28 Shop Now
RPS-1000-036.000 Plate None 9,786 601.68 Shop Now
RPS-1000-048.000 Plate None 9,786 1,058.88 Shop Now
RPS-1200-024.000 Plate None 12,677 428.63 Shop Now
RPS-1200-036.000 Plate None 12,677 581.03 Shop Now
RPS-1200-048.000 Plate None 12,677 1,038.23 Shop Now
RPS-1600-024.000 Plate None 23,464 398.48 Shop Now
RPS-1600-036.000 Plate None 23,464 550.88 Shop Now
RPS-1600-048.000 Plate None 23,464 1,008.08 Shop Now
RPS-2000-024.000 Plate None 34,473 355.60 Shop Now
RPS-2000-036.000 Plate None 34,473 508 Shop Now
RPS-2000-048.000 Plate None 34,473 965.20 Shop Now
RPS-2400-024.000 Plate None 47,151 304.80 Shop Now
RPS-2400-036.000 Plate None 47,151 457.20 Shop Now
RPS-2400-048.000 Plate None 47,151 914.40 Shop Now
RPS-3200-024.000 Plate None 83,400 206.25 Shop Now
RPS-3200-036.000 Plate None 83,400 358.65 Shop Now
RPS-3200-048.000 Plate None 83,400 815.85 Shop Now

1RPS (Inch) High Profile Simplicity Linear Slide Assembly

1RPS (Inch) High Profile Simplicity Linear Slide Assembly

Simplicity® Linear Slide Technology handles heavy loads and excels in harsh, contaminated environments. 1RPS Plain Bearing Linear Slide Assemblies are equipped with Frelon bearings that are self-lubricating (no external lubricants), handle a wide temperature range (-400°F / 400°F) (-240°C / 240°C), and tolerate and dampen vibration. Features include:

  • Rail shaft diameters from 12.7mm (0.5 in) to 50.8 mm (2.0 in)
  • Rail lengths to 2440 mm (96 in)
  • Carriage speeds up to 0.457 m/s (18 in/s)
  • Normal carriage loads up to 83,000 N (18,750 lbf) 
  • Bearing materials available include FrelonGOLD®, Frelon® J and ball bearing
  • Shaft materials available include alloy steel, anodized aluminum, 440 stainless steel, and chrome plated 303 stainless steel
  • (1) Aluminum alloy mounting plate
  • (4) Simplicity® pillow block assemblies
  • (2) Alloy steel shafting
  • (2) Aluminum alloy support rails
  • (1) Rolled ball screw
  • (1) Aluminum alloy end plate

2RPS (Inch) High Profile Simplicity Linear Slide Assembly

2RPS (Inch) High Profile Simplicity Linear Slide Assembly

Simplicity® Linear Slide Technology handles heavy loads and excels in harsh, contaminated environments. 2RPS Plain Bearing Linear Slide Assemblies are equipped with Frelon bearings that are self-lubricating (no external lubricants), handle a wide temperature range −240°C to −240°C (−400°F to 400°F), and tolerate and dampen vibration. Features include:

  • Rail shaft diameters from 12.7mm (0.5 in) to 50.8 mm (2.0 in)
  • Rail lengths to 2440 mm (96 in)
  • Carriage speeds up to 0.457 m/s (18 in/s)
  • Normal carriage loads up to 83,000 N (18,750 lbf) 
  • Bearing materials available include FrelonGOLD®, Frelon® J, and ball bearing
  • Shaft materials available include alloy steel, anodized aluminum, 440 stainless steel, and chrome plated 303 stainless steel
  • (1) Aluminum alloy mounting plate
  • (4) Simplicity pillow block assemblies
  • (2) Alloy steel shafting
  • (2) Aluminum alloy support rails
  • (1) Rolled ball screw
  • (2) Aluminum alloy end plates
Name Carriage Type Drive Type MAX Horizontal Load (Fz) N MAX Stroke (mm) Shop Link
2RPS-0800-024.000-AAXR Plate Ballscrew 6,450 469.90 Shop Now
2RPS-0800-036.000-AAXR Plate Ballscrew 6,450 774.70 Shop Now
2RPS-0800-048.000-AAXR Plate Ballscrew 6,450 1,079.50 Shop Now
2RPS-1000-024.000-AAXR Plate Ballscrew 9,786 449.28 Shop Now
2RPS-1000-036.000-AAXR Plate Ballscrew 9,786 754.08 Shop Now
2RPS-1000-048.000-AAXR Plate Ballscrew 9,786 1,058.88 Shop Now
2RPS-1200-024.000-AAXR Plate Ballscrew 12,677 428.63 Shop Now
2RPS-1200-036.000-AAXR Plate Ballscrew 12,677 733.43 Shop Now
2RPS-1200-048.000-AAXR Plate Ballscrew 12,677 1,038.23 Shop Now
2RPS-1600-024.000-ABXR Plate Ballscrew 23,464 398.48 Shop Now
2RPS-1600-036.000-ABXR Plate Ballscrew 23,464 703.28 Shop Now
2RPS-1600-048.000-ABXR Plate Ballscrew 23,464 1,008.08 Shop Now
2RPS-2000-024.000-ABXR Plate Ballscrew 34,473 355.60 Shop Now
2RPS-2000-036.000-ABXR Plate Ballscrew 34,473 660.40 Shop Now
2RPS-2000-048.000-ABXR Plate Ballscrew 34,473 965.20 Shop Now
2RPS-2400-024.000-ABXR Plate Ballscrew 47,151 304.80 Shop Now
2RPS-2400-036.000-ABXR Plate Ballscrew 47,151 609.60 Shop Now
2RPS-2400-048.000-ABXR Plate Ballscrew 47,151 914.40 Shop Now
2RPS-3200-024.000-ABXR Plate Ballscrew 83,400 206.25 Shop Now
2RPS-3200-036.000-ABXR Plate Ballscrew 83,400 511.05 Shop Now
2RPS-3200-048.000-ABXR Plate Ballscrew 83,400 815.85 Shop Now

LRPS (Inch) Low Profile Simplicity Linear Slide Assembly

LRPS (Inch) Low Profile Simplicity Linear Slide Assembly

Simplicity® Linear Slide Technology handles heavy loads and excels in harsh, contaminated environments. LRPS Plain Bearing Linear Slide Assemblies are equipped with Frelon bearings that are self-lubricating (no external lubricants), handle a wide temperature range (-400°F / 400°F) (-240°C / 240°C), and tolerate and dampen vibration. Standard features include:

  • Rail shaft diameters from 12.7mm (0.5 in) to 50.8 mm (2.0 in)
  • Rail lengths to 2440 mm (96 in)
  • Carriage speeds up to 0.457 m/s (18 in/s)
  • Normal carriage loads up to 83,000 N (18,750 lbf) 
  • Bearing materials available include FrelonGOLD®, Frelon® J, and ball bearing
  • Shaft materials available include alloy steel, anodized aluminum, 440 stainless steel, and chrome plated 303 stainless steel
  • (1) Aluminum alloy mounting plate
  • (4) Simplicity pillow block assemblies
  • (2) Alloy steel shafting
  • (2) Low Profile aluminum alloy support rails
  • (1) Aluminum alloy bottom support plates with precision alignment

2LRPS (Inch) Low Profile Simplicity Linear Slide Assembly

2LRPS (Inch) Low Profile Simplicity Linear Slide Assembly

Simplicity® Linear Slide Technology handles heavy loads and excels in harsh, contaminated environments. 2LRPS Plain Bearing Linear Slide Assemblies are equipped with Frelon bearings that are self-lubricating (no external lubricants), handle a wide temperature range (-400°F / 400°F) (-240°C / 240°C), and tolerate and dampen vibration. Features include:

  • Rail shaft diameters from 12.7mm (0.5 in) to 50.8 mm (2.0 in)
  • Rail lengths to 2440 mm (96 in)
  • Carriage speeds up to 0.457 m/s (18 in/s)
  • Normal carriage loads up to 83,000 N (18,750 lbf) 
  • Bearing materials available include FrelonGOLD®, Frelon® J, and ball bearing
  • Shaft materials available include alloy steel, anodized aluminum, 440 stainless steel, and chrome plated 303 stainless steel
  • (1) Aluminum alloy mounting plate
  • (4) Simplicity pillow block assemblies
  • (2) Alloy steel shafting
  • (2) Low profile aluminum support rails
  • (1) Rolled ball screw
  • (2) Aluminum alloy end plate

SC2RPS (Inch) Self Centering Simplicity Linear Slide Assembly

SC2RPS (Inch) Self Centering Simplicity Linear Slide Assembly

Simplicity® Linear Slide Technology handles heavy loads and excels in harsh, contaminated environments. SC2RPS Plain Bearing Linear Slide Assemblies are equipped with Frelon bearings that are self-lubricating (no external lubricants), handle a wide temperature range (-400°F / 400°F) (-240°C / 240°C), and tolerate and dampen vibration. Features include:

  • Rail shaft diameters from 12.7mm (0.5 in) to 50.8 mm (2.0 in)
  • Rail lengths to 2440 mm (96 in)
  • Carriage speeds up to 0.457 m/s (18 in/s)
  • Normal carriage loads up to 83,000 N (18,750 lbf) 
  • Bearing materials available include FrelonGOLD®, Frelon® J, and ball bearing
  • Shaft materials available include alloy steel, anodized aluminum, 440 stainless steel, and chrome plated 303 stainless steel
  • (2) Aluminum alloy mounting plates
  • (4) Simplicity pillow block assemblies
  • (2) Alloy steel shafting
  • (2) Aluminum alloy support rails
  • (1) Rolled ball screw and ball nut assembly
  • (2) Aluminum alloy end plates

2HCR (Inch) Simplicity Linear Slide Assembly with Hand Crank

2HCR (Inch) Simplicity Linear Slide Assembly with Hand Crank

Simplicity® Linear Slide Technology handles heavy loads and excels in harsh, contaminated environments. 2HCR Plain Bearing Linear Slide Assemblies are equipped with Frelon bearings that are self-lubricating (no external lubricants), handle a wide temperature range (-400°F / 400°F) (-240°C / 240°C), and tolerate and dampen vibration. Each product is fitted with a cast aluminum, counter balanced hand crank and ball screw rotational lock. Specifications include:

  • Rail mounted & plate supported
  • Rail shaft diameters from 12.7mm (0.5 in) to 50.8 mm (2.0 in)
  • Rail lengths to 2440 mm (96 in)
  • Carriage speeds up to 0.457 m/s (18 in/s)
  • Normal carriage loads up to 83,000 N (18,750 lbf) 
  • Bearing materials available include FrelonGOLD®, Frelon® J, and ball bearing
  • Shaft materials available in alloy steel, anodized aluminum, 440 stainless steel, and chrome plated 303 stainless steel
  • (2) Aluminum alloy mounting plates
  • (4) Simplicity pillow block assemblies
  • (2) Alloy steel shafting
  • (2) Aluminum alloy support rails
  • (1) Rolled ball screw
  • (2) Aluminum alloy end plates

2N23-34 Simplicity Linear Slide Assembly with NEMA Drive Kit

2N23-34 Simplicity Linear Slide Assembly with NEMA Drive Kit

Simplicity® Linear Slide Technology handles heavy loads and excels in harsh, contaminated environments. 2N23-34 Plain Bearing Linear Slide Assemblies are rail mounted & plate supported, ball screw driven (supported on both ends), and contain a drive kit for NEMA 23 or NEMA 34 Motors. They are equipped with Frelon bearings that are self-lubricating (no external lubricants), handle a wide temperature range −240°C to 240°C (−400°F to 400°F, and tolerate and dampen vibration. Specifications include:

  • Rail shaft diameters from 12.7mm (0.5 in) to 50.8 mm (2.0 in)
  • Rail lengths to 2440 mm (96 in)
  • Carriage speeds up to 0.457 m/s (18 in/s)
  • Normal carriage loads up to 83,000 N (18,750 lbf) 
  • Bearing materials available include FrelonGOLD®, Frelon® J, and ball bearing
  • Shaft materials available include alloy steel, anodized aluminum, 440 stainless steel, and chrome plated 303 stainless steel
  • (2) Aluminum alloy mounting plates
  • (4) Simplicity pillow block assemblies
  • (2) Alloy steel shafting
  • (2) Aluminum alloy support rails
  • (1) Rolled ball screw and ball nut assembly
  • (2) Aluminum alloy end plates
  • (1) Aluminum alloy motor mount
  • (1) Couplings
  • NEMA motor drive kit available in 23 and 34. (See catalog for technical specifications)
Name Carriage Type Drive Type MAX Horizontal Load (Fz) N MAX Stroke (mm) Shop Link
2N23A-0800-024.000-AAXR Plate Ballscrew 6,450 469.90 Shop Now
2N23A-0800-036.000-AAXR Plate Ballscrew 6,450 774.70 Shop Now
2N23A-0800-048.000-AAXR Plate Ballscrew 6,450 1,079.50 Shop Now
2N23A-1000-024.000-AAXR Plate Ballscrew 9,786 449.28 Shop Now
2N23A-1000-036.000-AAXR Plate Ballscrew 9,786 754.08 Shop Now
2N23A-1000-048.000-AAXR Plate Ballscrew 9,786 1,058.88 Shop Now
2N23A-1200-024.000-AAXR Plate Ballscrew 12,677 428.63 Shop Now
2N23A-1200-036.000-AAXR Plate Ballscrew 12,677 733.43 Shop Now
2N23A-1200-048.000-AAXR Plate Ballscrew 12,677 1,038.23 Shop Now
2N23A-2000-024.000-ABXR Plate Ballscrew 34,473 355.60 Shop Now
2N23A-2000-036.000-ABXR Plate Ballscrew 34,473 660.40 Shop Now
2N23A-2000-048.000-ABXR Plate Ballscrew 34,473 965.20 Shop Now
2N34A-1600-024.000-ABXR Plate Ballscrew 23,464 398.48 Shop Now
2N34A-1600-036.000-ABXR Plate Ballscrew 23,464 703.28 Shop Now
2N34A-1600-048.000-ABXR Plate Ballscrew 23,464 1,008.08 Shop Now

2N42-56 (Inch) Simplicity Linear Slide Assembly with NEMA Drive Kit

2N42-56 (Inch) Simplicity Linear Slide Assembly with NEMA Drive Kit

Simplicity® Linear Slide Technology handles heavy loads and excels in harsh, contaminated environments. 2N42-56 Plain Bearing Linear Slide Assemblies are rail mounted & plate supported, ball screw driven (supported on both ends), and contain a drive kit for NEMA 42 or NEMA 56 Motors. They are equipped with Frelon® bearings that are self-lubricating (no external lubricants), handle a wide temperature range −240°C to 240°C (−400°F to 400°F, and tolerate and dampen vibration. Specifications include:

  • Rail shaft diameters from 12.7mm (0.5 in) to 50.8 mm (2.0 in)
  • Rail lengths to 2440 mm (96 in)
  • Carriage speeds up to 0.457 m/s (18 in/s)
  • Normal carriage loads up to 83,000 N (18,750 lbf) 
  • Bearing materials available include FrelonGOLD®, Frelon J, and ball bearing
  • Shaft materials available include alloy steel, anodized aluminum, 440 stainless steel, and chrome plated 303 stainless steel
  • (2) Aluminum alloy mounting plates
  • (4) Simplicity pillow block assemblies
  • (2) Alloy steel shafting
  • (2) Aluminum alloy support rails
  • (1) Rolled ball screw and ball nut assembly
  • (2) Aluminum alloy end plates
  • (1) Aluminum alloy motor mount
  • (1) Couplings
  • NEMA motor drive kit available in 23 and 34. (See catalog for technical specifications)
Name Carriage Type Drive Type MAX Horizontal Load (Fz) N MAX Stroke (mm) Shop Link
2N42A-2400-024.000-ABXR Plate Ballscrew 47,151 304.80 Shop Now
2N42A-2400-036.000-ABXR Plate Ballscrew 47,151 609.60 Shop Now
2N42A-2400-048.000-ABXR Plate Ballscrew 47,151 914.40 Shop Now
2N42A-3200-024.000-ABXR Plate Ballscrew 83,400 206.25 Shop Now
2N42A-3200-036.000-ABXR Plate Ballscrew 83,400 511.05 Shop Now
2N42A-3200-048.000-ABXR Plate Ballscrew 83,400 815.85 Shop Now

2HWL (Inch) Simplicity Linear Slide Assembly with Hand Wheel

2HWL (Inch) Simplicity Linear Slide Assembly with Hand Wheel

Simplicity® Linear Slide Technology handles heavy loads and excels in harsh, contaminated environments. 2HWL Plain Bearing Linear Slide Assemblies are equipped with Frelon bearings that are self-lubricating (no external lubricants), handle a wide temperature range (-400°F / 400°F) (-240°C / 240°C), and tolerate and dampen vibration. Each product is fitted with an aluminum hand wheel with fold-away composite handle. Specifications include:

  • Rail mounted & plate supported
  • Rail shaft diameters from 12.7mm (0.5 in) to 50.8 mm (2.0 in)
  • Rail lengths to 2440 mm (96 in)
  • Carriage speeds up to 0.457 m/s (18 in/s)
  • Normal carriage loads up to 83,000 N (18,750 lbf) 
  • Bearing materials available include FrelonGOLD®, Frelon® J, and ball bearing
  • Shaft materials available in alloy steel, anodized aluminum, 440 stainless steel, and chrome plated 303 stainless steel
  • (2) Aluminum alloy mounting plates
  • (4) Simplicity pillow block assemblies
  • (2) Alloy steel shafting
  • (2) Aluminum alloy support rails
  • (1) Rolled ball screw
  • (2) Aluminum alloy end plates