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    • Linear Bearings

    Unlike typical bearings that enable circular motion, linear bearings, also known as linear slides, promote movement in a straight line and consist of a movable part and a guide rail. Linear motion is generally accomplished with the use of ball or roller bearings loaded onto a track that supports a surface, which can be moved back and forth, such as a table.  Bearings Direct supplies a wide range of linear bearings (linear slides) for use in a number of different applications, in-stock and available for online purchase. You can view our inventory below or request more information here.

    • SFC16L12 Precision Linear Shaft G25 Front View Dim SFC16L12 Precision Linear Shaft G25 Full View
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      SFC16L12 Precision Linear Shaft

      SFC16L12 Precision Linear Shaft Key Features SFC16L12 is a Precision Linear Shaft with an outer diameter of ⅝ Inches and has been polished and pre-cut to a length of 12 Inches. SFC16L12 Linear Shafts can be used horizontally or vertically and are...

      $37.49
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    • SFC24L36 Precision Linear Shaft 1-1/2" OD Front View SFC24L36 Precision Linear Shaft 1-1/2" OD Full View
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      SFC24L36 Precision Linear Shaft 1-1/2" OD

      SFC24L36 Precision Linear Shaft Key Features SFC24L36 is a Precision Linear Shaft with an outer diameter of 1-1/2 Inches and has been polished and pre-cut to a length of 36 Inches. SFC24L36 Linear Shafts can be used horizontally or vertically and are...

      $187.49
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    • SFC24L48 Precision Linear Shaft 1-1/2" OD Front View SFC24L48 Precision Linear Shaft 1-1/2" OD Full View
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      SFC24L48 Precision Linear Shaft 1-1/2" OD

      SFC24L48 Precision Linear Shaft Key Features SFC24L48 is a Precision Linear Shaft with an outer diameter of 1-1/2 Inches and has been polished and pre-cut to a length of 36 Inches. SFC24L48 Linear Shafts can be used horizontally or vertically and are...

      $249.99
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    • SHF08 Shaft Support for 8mm Shaft Front View SHF08 Shaft Support for 8mm Shaft Back View
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      SHF08 Shaft Support for 8mm Shaft

      SHF08 2 Bolt Oval Shaped Linear Shaft Support Key Features SHF08 is a 2 Bolt Linear Oval Shaped Shaft Support, designed for metric sized linear shafts; this support’s clamping propensity can prevent rotational and axial movement. Our SHF08 Normal...

      $11.89
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    • SHF10 Shaft Support for 10mm Shaft Front View SHF10 Shaft Support for 10mm Shaft Back View
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      SHF10 Shaft Support for 10mm Shaft

      SHF10 2 Bolt Oval Shaped Linear Shaft Support Key Features SHF10 is a 2 Bolt Linear Oval Shaped Shaft Support, designed for metric sized linear shafts; this support’s clamping propensity can prevent rotational and axial movement. Our SHF10 Normal...

      $13.04
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    • SHF12 Shaft Support for 12mm Shaft Front View SHF12 Shaft Support for 12mm Shaft Back View
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      SHF12 Shaft Support for 12mm Shaft

      SHF12 2 Bolt Oval Shaped Linear Shaft Support Key Features SHF12 is a 2 Bolt Linear Oval Shaped Shaft Support, designed for metric sized linear shafts; this support’s clamping propensity can prevent rotational and axial movement. Our SHF12 Normal...

      $17.53
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    • SHF13 Shaft Support for 13mm Front View SHF13 Shaft Support for 13mm Back View
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      SHF13 Shaft Support for 13mm Shaft

      SHF13 2 Bolt Oval Shaped Linear Shaft Support Key Features SHF13 is a 2 Bolt Linear Oval Shaped Shaft Support, designed for metric sized linear shafts; this support’s clamping propensity can prevent rotational and axial movement. Our SHF13 Normal...

      $8.74
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    • SHF16 Shaft Support for 16mm Shaft Front View SHF16 Shaft Support for 16mm Shaft Back View
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      SHF16 Shaft Support for 16mm Shaft

      SHF16 2 Bolt Oval Shaped Linear Shaft Support Key Features SHF16 is a 2 Bolt Linear Oval Shaped Shaft Support, designed for metric sized linear shafts; this support’s clamping propensity can prevent rotational and axial movement. Our SHF16 Normal...

      $22.26
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    • SHF20 Shaft Support for 20mm Shaft Front View SHF20 Shaft Support for 20mm Shaft Back View
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      SHF20 Shaft Support for 20mm Shaft

      SHF20 2 Bolt Oval Shaped Linear Shaft Support Key Features SHF20 is a 2 Bolt Linear Oval Shaped Shaft Support, designed for metric sized linear shafts; this support’s clamping propensity can prevent rotational and axial movement. Our SHF20 Normal...

      $26.88
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    • SHF25 Shaft Support for 25mm Shaft Front View SHF25 Shaft Support for 25mm Shaft Back View
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      SHF25 Shaft Support for 25mm Shaft

      SHF25 2 Bolt Oval Shaped Linear Shaft Support Key Features SHF25 is a 2 Bolt Linear Oval Shaped Shaft Support, designed for metric sized linear shafts; this support’s clamping propensity can prevent rotational and axial movement. Our SHF25 Normal...

      $37.78
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    • SHF30 Shaft Support for 30mm Shaft Front View SHF30 Shaft Support for 30mm Shaft Back View
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      SHF30 Shaft Support for 30mm Shaft

      SHF30 2-Bolt Oval Shaped Linear Shaft Support Key Features SHF30 is a 2-Bolt Linear Oval Shaped Shaft Support, designed for metric sized linear shafts; this support’s clamping propensity can prevent rotational and axial movement. Our SHF30 Normal...

      $12.49
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    Types Of Linear Bearings

    We supply a wide assortment of linear roller & ball bearings, such as ball bushings, flanged ball slides, pillow block slides, guideway slides, shaft supports, and linear shafts.

     

    Linear Ball Bearings: Bearings composed of an outer ring, steel balls, and a cage resulting in smooth and precise infinite linear motion. Commonly chosen for smooth linear motion in debris-free environments. When compared with linear sleeve bearings, linear ball bearings create less friction and can be run at higher speeds.

     

    Linear Ball Bushings: Provide smooth linear motion via ball bearings. Linear bushings consist of an outer cylinder and ball retainer that houses the bushing components. These are commonly used in applications that require smooth, precise motion.

     

    ApplicationsLinear bearings can be used in a variety of different industries such as medical, packaging, and food processing. Some common applications include:

           - Lab Equipment
           - Packaging Equipment
           - CNC Machinery
           - Robotic Equipment
           - Consumer Goods – Electronics, Appliances, Furniture
           - Automation Machinery


    ManufacturersBearings Direct supplies linear ball & roller bearings, linear slides, linear shafts, and linear motion guideway bearings from manufacturers such as:

           - Bearings Direct
           - IKO Bearings
           - INS Linear