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- PBC Linear began in 1983 as Pacific Bearing Company, creating a patented and innovative solution to the common problem of failing linear ball bearings. Since then, we have greatly expanded our technology, expertise and services into a complete linear motion manufacturer. We specialize in providing our customers with everything from out-of-the-box components, to mechanical sub-assemblies, and even complete linear systems.
Product Portfolio
SIMO Series Linear Motion Platform
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The SIMO® Series Linear Motion Platform is a solution designed to be versatile, flexible, and affordable.
- Versatile options allow a design engineer to meet multiple application requirements within a single platform.
- Flexible due to consistent geometry creating a platform of interchangeable options.
- Affordable with SIMO qualified rails providing machined precision at extrusion prices.
The SIMO Series Linear Motion Platform range of options includes:- Rail heights; low profile for tight spaces or a tall version for greater structural integrity. Each aluminum base rail is uniquely qualified with the SIMO process(Simultaneous Integral Milling Operation) for six times less bow, two times less twist, and two times better flatness. The result is a base rail with machined precision at aluminum extrusion prices.
- 3 bearing tribologies; self-lubricating FrelonGOLD®plain bearings which are ideally suited for contaminated environments, V-wheel roller bearings for high speed applications, and profile rail linear guideways with recirculating ball bearings for rigidity and precision.
- 3 drive types; lead screw with machined nut or anti-backlash nut, ball screw, or two versions of belt drives.
This versatility to mix-n-match features within the same design envelope allows an engineer to test multiple configurations, easily adapt to changing requirements dependent upon load, speed, accuracy, environment, and life considerations, while specifying a linear motion system that is on budget and on time every time. SIMO Series Components
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At the core of the SIMO® Series Linear Motion Platform is a SIMO qualified linear rail. The Simultaneous Integral Milling Operation qualifies the rail to tolerances that have 6x less bow, 2x less twist, and 2x better flatness. The result is a base rail with machined precision at aluminum extrusion prices.
The SIMO Series rails are available as components combined with 3 options of bearing tribologies for the carriage; self-lubricating FrelonGOLD®plain bearings which are ideally suited for contaminated environments, V-wheel roller bearings for high speed applications, and profile rail linear guideways with recirculating ball bearings for rigidity and precision. 
SIMO Series Components - GST
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The GST (Gliding Surface Technology) range of the SIMO® Series Linear Motion Platform features the self-lubricating FrelonGOLD® linear bearings.
- Low cost
- Maintenance free performance
- Excellent in contaminated environments
- No metal-to-metal contact
- Good vibration damping and shock resistance
- Smooth and quiet operation.
SIMO Series Components - CRT
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The CRT (Cam Roller Technology) range of the SIMO® Series Linear Motion Platform features V-Guide Wheel linear bearings.
- Suited for high speed applications up to 5 m/s (984 ft/min)
- Increased cantilevered load abilities
- Suitable for contaminated environments
- RC60 hardened 420 stainless steel raceway extends bearing life
- Patent pending side preload adjustment feature
SIMO Series Components - PRT
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The PRT (Profile Rail Technology) range of the SIMO® Series Linear Motion Platform features recirculating ball bearing blocks and profile rails.
- Suited for applications up to 3 m/s (590 ft/min)
- Profile Rail Size: 7 mm recirculating ball bearing blocks
- Provides increased stiffness and rigidity for cantilevered load
SIMO Series Driven Systems
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With the ability to be integrated with any bearing option, the SIMO® Series Linear Motion Platform offers 3 drive options:
Lead screw - with standard fixed or Contant ForceTM anti-backlash options, the self-lubricating polymer nuts and lead screws provide good rigidity, vibration damping , and consistent performance. Most common leads available are 1, 2, 5, 10, and 16 mm. Consult the factory for other options.
Belt drive - 2 versions are available
Horizontal belt and motor mount for the UGT tall profile provides greater structural integrity for higher unsupported loads.
Vertical belt and motor mount for UGA low profile rail provides a compact economical belt driven solution.
Ball screw - with a selection of accuracy classes and leads, the ball screw solutions provide the highest rigidity and precision available. 
SIMO Series Driven Systems - Lead Screw
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With the ability to be integrated with any bearing option, the SIMO® Series Linear Motion Platform offers 3 drive options:
- Lead screw - with standard fixed or Constant ForceTM anti-backlash options, the self-lubricating polymer nuts and lead screws provide good rigidity, vibration damping, and consistent performance. Most common leads available are 1, 2, 5, 10, and 16 mm. Consult the factory for other options.
- Utilizes a self-lubricating and maintenance free nut
- Standard fixed nut or Constant ForceTM anti-backlash nut available
- Lead screw material:
2)300 series stainless steel with PTFE coating
3)1, 2, 5, 10, 16 mm leads most common
4)Other leads available - consult factory- Ideal for a broad range of applications such as kiosks, assembly, automation, medical, and laboratory
SIMO Series Driven Systems - Belt
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Belt driven versions of the SIMO® Series Linear Motion Platform can be integrated with any of the 3 bearing options and are available with 2 choices of belt/motor mounting.
- Horizontal belt and motor mount for the UGT tall profile provides greater structural integrity for higher unsupported loads.
- Vertical belt and motor mount for UGA low profile rail provides a compact economical belt driven solution.
SIMO® Series belt driven systems overview:- Ideal for high speed, high duty cycle applications
- Belt material: nylon covered, fiberglass reinforced, neoprene
- Rounded GT®2 tooth design creates better engagement with the pulley resulting in greater torque transfer, reduced vibration, and extended life
SIMO Series Driven Systems - Ball Screw
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Ball screw driven versions of the SIMO® Series Linear Motion Platform can be integrated with any of the 3 bearing options.
- Preloaded ball nut provides low friction, stiffness, and rigidity
- Ideal for applications that require precise positional accuracy
- Multiple leads and accuracy classes available ... consult factory for options
SIMO Series Motor Mount
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SIMO Series linear actuators and slides can be driven with a wide range of motors. The integrated motor option from PBC Linear reduces the number of components while improving rigidity and accuracy. But if another motor is required, the SIMO Series Motor Mount system makes the connection a simple process while maintaining the critical alignment between motor and screw or pulley drive shaft.
Standard plates for NEMA 17 and NEMA 23, as well as 40 mm and 60 mm are available. A blank plate that can be machined to accommodate other sizes is also available.
Round Shaft Technology - Linear Bearings & Linear Guides
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Round Shaft Technology utilizes a full selection of precision ground shafting (hardened steel, stainless steel or aluminum) combined with PBC Linear best-in-class linear plain and ball bearing products; such as bearings, sleeve bushings, pillow block housings and support rail assemblies. Only certified Simplicity® 60 Plus® Shafting provides maximum linear bearing performance.
- Simplicity® linear plain and linear ball bearings in imperial, ISO metric, and JIS metric sizes
- Closed, open, and flanged styles
Linear Plain Bearings with Simplicity® Maintenance-free Liner
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PBC Linear has combined Frelon material with precision bearing technology to create Simplicity® linear plain bearings. “Simplicity” means quality, performance, and lower maintenance costs. The Frelon liners are bonded to the bearing shell at the molecular level. This configuration transfers the load and dissipates heat throughout the bearing. It also allows the bearing to move in linear, oscillating, rotary, or any combination of motions at speeds exceeding 4 m/s (165 in/s). Made to thrive and survive in the presence of harsh contaminants.
- Available in inch sizes from 3/16" thru 4", and metric sizes from 5 mm thru 80 mm
- Handles loads over 700 kN (157,000 lbs)
- Wide temperature range: -240° C/ 204° C (-400° F/ 400° F)
- Shock loads are absorbed without damage to components
- Reliable friction characteristics that do not increase over the life of the bearing
- Close fit and wiping action cleans the shafting and eliminates the need for seals in 90% of applications
- They will not catastrophically fail
Convenient color coding differentiates between inch, ISO metric, and JIS metric sizes. Also available with optional 316 stainless steel shell for the most severe environments.
Ball-type Linear Bearings and Linear BushingsInch, ISO Metric and JIS Metric
- Considered by many to be the default choice for linear motion applications, the round shaft reticulating Linear Ball Bearing is a tried and tested option suitable for most linear motion applications. PBC Linear’s bearings are size interchangeable with other ball bearing manufacturers and with PBC’s Simplicity® bearings. Most bearings have an advanced polymer resin cage for quieter operation and they come standard with double seals – at no extra cost. Ball bearing based systems are the ideal solution for applications that demand high rigidity/preload, require low friction or have long moment arms.
Simplicity® Precision Sleeve Linear Plain Bearings
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The compact size of Simplicity® Sleeve Bearings offers weight advantages, as well as space saving features, while retaining the other benefits of Simplicity® plain bearing technology. The precision sleeve and flange bearings are designed for press fit or slip fit and epoxy. The plain bearing design allows for simultaneous linear and rotary motion at speeds exceeding 4 m/s (165 in/s). Ball-less design will NOT catastrophically fail.
- Absorbs hard particulates eliminating galling and shaft damage
- Vibration damping, smooth and quiet linear motion
- Shock loads are absorbed without damage to components
- Reliable friction characteristics that do not increase over the life of the bearing
- Close fit and wiping action cleans the shafting and eliminates the need for seals in 90% of applications
Linear Shafting Support Rails
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PBC Linear offers several support rail options to simplify mounting of linear shafting. The durable aluminum linear shaft support rails are available undrilled or predrilled for use with predrilled linear shafting. Offered in lengths up to 4’, the support rails can be end joined for longer continuous support. In addition, support rails are offered as a part of a shaft rail assembly, mounted to hardened steel shafting. Other shaft support options include a ceramic coated one-piece integrated shaft and support rail, and aluminum support blocks. Simplicity® 60 Plus® Shafting maintains the ideal surface finish for linear plain bearings and ball bearings.
- Undrilled and predrilled aluminum support rail in inch sizes from ½” thru 2”
- One-piece ceramic coated aluminum integrated shaft and support rail in sizes ½” thru 2”
- Support rail assemblies in ½” thru 2”, cut to length or random lengths
- Full-length support rails offer rigid, continuous support for higher loads
- End support blocks offer a support solution where clearance is needed along the length of the shaft
Linear Shafting - RC60 Steel, Stainless Steel, and Ceramic-Coated Lightweight Aluminum
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PBC Linear offers linear shafting in a variety of options to meet a wide range of customer needs. Available in hardened steel, 440 stainless steel, ceramic coated aluminum, solid and predrilled, inch and metric. Designed for optimal bearing performance, Simplicity® 60 Plus® Shafting uses advanced process capabilities to maintain the ideal shaft surface finish resulting in the longest life and highest performing shaft-to-bearing combination.
- Solid round shafting is available in inch sizes from 3-16” thru 4” and metric sizes from 3 mm thru 80 mm
- Pre-drilled shafting for use with support rails is available in all materials and most sizes
- Use with Simplicity linear plain bearings and linear ball bearings, with or without housings
- Cut to length or random lengths
- Machining available upon request
Flange Mounts - Plain Linear Bearings
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Flange Mount Plain Bearings offer the same great advantages of the Simplicity Linear Plain Bearings, incorporating a perpendicular flange for easy mounting. Flange Mount Linear Plain Bearings come in single and double length and offer round or square flanges. The double length bearings allow for a flange to be located at the end or in the center of the bearing. Flange Mount Plain Bearings are available in Imperial (inch), ISO Metric and JIS Metric versions. Some additional benefits include:
- The ability to absorb hard particulates eliminates galling and shaft damage
- Vibration is dampened, offering smooth and quiet linear motion
- Shock loads are absorbed without damage to components
- Reliable friction characteristics that do not increase over the life of the bearing
- Close fit and wiping action cleans the shafting and eliminates the need for seals in 90% of applications
- They will not catastrophically fail
- Wide temperature range: -240° C/ 204° C (-400° F/ 400° F)
Flange Mounts - Linear Ball Bearing
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Flange Mount Linear Recirculating Ball Bearings offer the same great advantages of the standard recirculating linear Ball Bearings and they also incorporate a perpendicular flange for easy mounting. Flange Mount Linear Ball Bearings come in single and double length and offer Round or Square flanges. The double length bearings allow for a flange to be located at the end or in the center of the bearing. Flange Mount Ball Bearings are available in Imperial (inch), ISO Metric and JIS Metric versions. Some additional benefits include:
- Low Coefficient of Friction
- Reliable friction characteristics that do not increase over the life of the bearing
- Built in double seals standard
- Advanced Polymer Resin cage for quieter operation
- Size interchangeable with PBC Linear’s Simplicity bearings
- Size interchangeable with other ball bearing manufacturers
Linear Plain Bearing Pillow Blocks
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PBC Linear has combined the Frelon material with precision bearing technology to create the Simplicity® linear plain bearing and then placed that bearing inside of a housing to create a Self-Aligning, Plain Bearing Pillow Block. “Simplicity” means quality, performance, and lower maintenance costs. The Frelon liners are bonded to the bearing shell at the molecular level. This configuration transfers the load and dissipates heat throughout the bearing. It also allows the bearing to move in linear, oscillating, rotary, or any combination of motions. Made to thrive and survive in the presence of contaminants, the self-lubricating liners offer a number of other desirable features:
- The ability to absorb hard particulates eliminates galling and shaft damage
- Vibration is dampened, offering smooth and quiet linear motion
- Shock loads are absorbed without damage to components
- Reliable friction characteristics that do not increase over the life of the bearing
- Close fit and wiping action cleans the shafting and eliminates the need for seals in 90% of applications
- They will not catastrophically fail.
- Optional Lubrication Port
Linear Ball Bearing Pillow Blocks
- Considered by many to be the default choice for linear motion applications, the round shaft reticulating linear ball bearing is a tried and tested option suitable for most linear motion applications. These pillow blocks combine PBC Linear’s Linear ball bearings with PBC’s self aligning pillow block to compensate for any misalignment in the application. Straight bore pillow blocks are also available for applications which demand more rigidity. PBC Linear’s bearings are size interchangeable with other ball bearing manufacturers and with PBC’s Simplicity bearings. Most bearings have an advanced polymer resin cage for quieter operation and they come standard with double seals – at no extra cost. Ball bearing based systems are the ideal solution for applications that demand high rigidity/preload, require low friction or have long moment arms.
Square Bearings and Linear Rails
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Simplicity™ square bearings and plugs offer the same characteristics of the standard round-way Simplicity™ bearings, but in a square package. The single, square shaft allows offset loads on a single shaft. This maintains radial integrity and reduces the number of costly components by eliminating the need for parallel shafting. The square bearings are available in 2-sided and 4-sided versions for options in adjustability. The housings are anodized aluminum and the easily replaced bearing plugs are 316 stainless steel lined with Frelon™. The addition of tapped mounting holes on each face of the square bearing offers mounting flexibility.
- Bearing sizes in 1” and 1.5” inside dimension
- Self-lubricating for oil free operation
- Wide temperature range from -400° F (-240°C) to +400° F (+204°C)
- Easily withstands shock and vibration
- Replaceable bearing plugs can be purchased separately and used as a wear pad
- 304 stainless steel square shafting is standard and highly corrosion resistant
- Mounting accessories are also available
Cam Roller Technology and Roller Bearings
- Cam Roller Technology uses PBC Linear precision straight rails and a multitude of different sliders and rails to provide high accuracy and high speed linear guidance in an economical solution. Cam followers or track rollers are rolling element bearings with either an integral stud or an inseparable inner ring for yoke mounting on a pin or shaft. Cam Roller Technology is ideally suited for material handling, point-to-point, door frame guidance and automation applications. We also offer linear motion solutions for high load transfer and compact, low profile applications. To meet the needs of our customers, PBC Linear offers numerous modular components, linear guides, and telescopic systems.
Redi-Rail Roller Bearing Linear Guide Rails
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Redi-Rail® linear guides are PBC Linear’s solution for high speed and moderate load linear motion. Redi-Rail uses specifically designed cam roller sliders with our patented side adjustable pre-load option for quick fine-tuning and optimum application-fit. Hardened Gothic Arch rollers are also equipped with double-row sealed bearings to provide fast linear travel in transfer applications. The precision machined aluminum alloy rails are integrated with hardened steel races to ensure strength within a lightweight design. Available in Standard Inch or ISO Metric designs, Redi-Rail linear guides are a perfect solution for multi-axis automated vending, material transfer, robotic dispensing and large format door frame guidance.
- http:// Available in lengths up to 6m (19ft)
- Withstands temperatures up to 80°C (180°F)
- Maximum load up to 5950 N (1340 lbs)
- High speed transfer 10 m/s (393 in/s)
- Precision machined rail for high parallelism (0.025mm/0.001in)
- End joinable rails for long-length applications
- Sealed double row bearings provide maintenance free guidance
- Patented side-adjustable pre-load design provided in our Metric Series slide
- Oil Impregnated spring loaded slide wipers provide additional protection in our Metric Series slide
- FDA compliant version available upon request
Commercial Rail Linear Guide Series
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The Commercial Rail features roll formed rails made of zinc plated steel or stainless steel; providing low cost corrosion resistant capability. The machined aluminum slider body is made of 6061-T6 anodized for corrosion resistance and adjustable pre-load design to ensure flexability--aiding system integration. Applications for Commercial Rail include automation, packaging, material handling, environmental, energy, HVAC, medical and office equipment.
- Precision formed rails available in zinc plated carbon steel sheet or stainless steel
- Transfer speeds up to 1.5 m/s (59 in/s)
- Withstands temperatures up to 100°C (212°F)
- Load capability up to 1330N (298 lbs)
- Available in lengths up to 6m (19ft)
- Machined anodized aluminum slider body with standard mounting holes
- Sliders are available with sealed 52100 steel or 440 stainless steel wheels
- Sliders include standard adjustable pre-load feature
Hardened Crown Roller Bearings
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PBC Linear’s hardened crown rollers are a superb choice for low-cost linear motion. The rollers come pre-assembled and are self-aligning for simple installation. Hardened crown rollers are great for point-to-point applications, and ensure strong, sturdy and long-lasting linear motion. Hardened Crown Rollers are one of the least expensive bearing systems offered by PBC Linear.
- Maximum wheel bearing load up to 1334 N (300 lbs)
- Maximum transfer speed up to 762 mm/s (30 in/s)
- Rails available up to 3 m (10 ft) in steel or powder coated finish
- Integral roller bearing with metric or inch threaded stud
- Available angle mounting brackets & rail end stops
- Ideal for machine tool doors and guarding
- Ideal for point to point material transfer
- Ideal for doors and windows – garage doors
- Ideal for many other general purpose applications
V-Guide Roller Bearing Components
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PBC Linear’s V-Guide components offer an excellent solution for linear applications ranging from very clean to the harshest environments. Considered an industry standard for linear motion, V-Guide components are an ideal versatile solution in a wide range of motion control applications. They provide smooth and quiet travel at speeds up to 8 m/s with medium accuracy requirements. Long lengths and the ability to easily end join further their appeal. Components made from hardened carbon steel or 400 series stainless steel offer even more flexibility for a wide range of applications, for example:
- Machine tool doors, guarding and tool changers
- Vending machines
- Woodworking machinery
- Automation
- Packaging
Hevi-Rail® Combined Roller Bearings -High Load Linear Motion
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Hevi-Rail® is PBC Linear’s solution for extreme high load capacities and industrial strength handling applications. Hevi-Rail is a heavy-duty linear bearing system that is cost effective for medium to low precision applications. The system is easy to mount, align and use! High radial and axial load capacities ensure a long and productive life under continuous use. This makes the Hevi-Rail® guide system a perfect solution for custom lift units, lift trucks, and heavy load applications in the aerospace, paper, steel and coil industries. The Hevi-Rail® system includes: combined bearings, profile rails, clamp flanges, and flange plates.
- Standard rail lengths up to 6m (19ft)
- Handles loads up to 4.6 tons per bearing
- Excels in temperatures from 10°C-80°C (14°-176°F)
- Fixed or Adjustable Side Axial bearings are provided
- Bearings can be provided individually or with a pre-welded flange plate
- Profile rails are High Quality 18MnNb6 carbon steel
- Easy interchangeable components
- Perfect for high radial and axial loads
LPRR Low Profile Redi-Rail® Linear Guide
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Low profile Redi-Rail® has a miniscule 19mm profile and thrives in tight spaces where other linear guides cannot fit! Composed of a lightweight aluminum anodized rail with hardened steel races for strength, Low-Profile Redi-Rail can handle relatively heavy loads up to 110 lbs. Available in a myriad of versatile carriage options that speak directly to customer application requirements, the Low-profile Redi-Rail linear guide is perfect for material transfer in automated beverage kiosks, small-scale cabinetry guidance and any place requiring precision linear motion within a confined area.
- Available in lengths up to 3m (10ft)
- Handles loads up to 489N (110 lb)
- Precision lightweight aluminum machined rails for high accuracy guidance
- Sealed double row Gothic arch roller bearings
- Compact overall rail/carriage system height of 19mm (.750/in)
- Standard 3048mm (10ft) lengths which are end join-able for longer lengths
- Operating temperatures up to 80C (180F)
- 3 carriage styles for mounting and application flexibility
Integral-V Linear Guide Technology
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Integral-V™ Technology (IVT) uses structural aluminum framing integrated with V-races. IVT provides a complete system built with or without structural support framework. Hardened steel raceways are directly embedded into the Integral-V rail to eliminate fasteners and reduce mounting components. The integrated rail utilizes PBC Linear's SIMO® machining process for precise mounting and alignment on all critical sides—ensuring dimensional and rail form accuracy. This allows the IVT carriages to roll smoothly, accurately and quietly along the rail. IVT is a perfect choice for medium format material handling, machine-tool guidance and extended length transfer applications.
- Standard lengths up to 3,650 mm (Consult factory for longer continuous length or joinable rails)
- SIMO® machined for precision qualified rail surfaces to within .050 mm (.002")
- Hardened steel races eliminate fasteners and reduce mounting components by 40%
- Handles loads up to 7230 N (1625 lbs)
- High speed capacity 12 m/s (472 in/s)
- Carriages equipped with sealed, lubricated for life rollers
- Carriages available with wheel covers, scrapers and wipers
IVTAAN
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IVTAAN linear guides offer an alternative and more cost-effective solution to profile rail systems. Composed of a precision machined aluminum anodized rail with embedded hardened steel races, the IVTAAN linear guide is lightweight without sacrificing strength. This allows the linear guide system to easily handle high contact loads. The embedded steel races also work to eliminate fasteners and reduce mounting components. The rail is SIMO® machined for precise mounting and alignment on all critical sides—ensuring dimensional and rail form accuracy to within .002" (.05 mm).
- Standard lengths up to 3,650 mm
- (Consult factory for longer continuous length or joinable rails.)
- Handles loads up to 2,480 N (557 lbf)
- SIMO® machined for precision qualified rail surfaces
- Hardened steel races eliminate fasteners and reduce mounting components by up to 50%
- High speed capacity (10 m/s)
- Carriages equipped with lubricated for life rollers
- Carriages available with wheel covers, scrapers and wipers
IVTAAW
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IVTAAW linear guides offer an alternative and more cost-effective solution to profile rail systems. Composed of a precision machined aluminum anodized rail with embedded hardened steel races, the IVTAAW linear guide is lightweight without sacrificing strength. This allows the linear guide system to easily handle high contact loads. The embedded steel races also work to eliminate fasteners and reduce mounting components. The rail is SIMO® machined for precise mounting and alignment on all critical sides—ensuring dimensional and rail form accuracy to within .002" (.05 mm).
- Standard lengths up to 3,650 mm
- (Consult factory for longer continuous length or joinable rails.)
- Handles loads up to 8,900 N (2,000 lbf)
- SIMO® machined for precision qualified rail surfaces within .002" (.05 mm)
- Hardened steel races eliminate fasteners and reduce mounting components by up to 50%
- High speed capacity (10 m/s)
- Carriages equipped with lubricated for life rollers
- Carriages available with wheel covers, scrapers and wipers
IVTAAB
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IVTAAB linear guides provide a wider base rail option for the IVT family that can easily integrate a variety of drive options. Composed of a precision machined aluminum anodized rail with embedded hardened steel races, the IVTAAB linear guide is lightweight without sacrificing strength. The embedded steel races also work to eliminate fasteners and reduce mounting components. The rail is SIMO® machined for precise mounting and alignment on all critical sides—ensuring dimensional and rail form accuracy to within .002" (.05 mm).
- Standard lengths available from 3,050 mm (Consult factory for longer continuous length or joinable rails)
- SIMO® machined for precision qualified rail surfaces
- Precision tight rail tolerances .002" (.05 mm)
- Hardened steel races eliminate fasteners and reduce mounting components by up to 50%
- Handles loads up to 8,900 N (2,000 lbf)
- End-joinable rails for long length applications
- High speed capacity 12 m/s (472 in/s)
- Carriages equipped with sealed, lubricated for life rollers
- Carriages available with wheel covers, scrapers and wipers
IVTAAE
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IVTAAE linear guides provide a wider base rail option for the IVT family that can easily integrate a variety of drive options. Composed of a precision machined aluminum anodized rail with embedded hardened steel races, the IVTAAE linear guide is lightweight without sacrificing strength. The embedded steel races also work to eliminate fasteners and reduce mounting components. The rail is SIMO® machined for precise mounting and alignment on all critical sides—ensuring dimensional and rail form accuracy. IVTAAE carriages are available with a wide variety of accessory options for your specific application.
- Standard lengths up to 3,650 mm (Consult factory for longer continuous length or joinable rails.)
- SIMO® machined for precision qualified rail surfaces
- Precision tight rail tolerances .002" (.05 mm)
- Hardened steel races eliminate fasteners and reduce mounting components by up to 50%
- Handles loads up to 8,900 N (2,000 lbf)
- End-joinable rails for long length applications
- High speed capacity 12 m/s (472 in/s)
- Carriages equipped with sealed, lubricated for life rollers
- Carriages available with wheel covers, scrapers and wipers
IVTAAQ
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IVTAAQ linear guides provide a wider base rail option for the IVT family that can easily integrate a variety of drive options. Composed of a precision machined aluminum anodized rail with embedded hardened steel races, the IVTAAQ linear guide is lightweight without sacrificing strength. The embedded steel races also work to eliminate fasteners and reduce mounting components. The rail is SIMO® machined for precise mounting and alignment on all critical sides—ensuring dimensional and rail form accuracy. IVTAAQ carriages are available with a wide variety of accessory options for your specific application.
- Standard lengths up to 3,650 mm (Consult factory for longer continuous length or joinable rails.)
- SIMO® machined for precision qualified rail surfaces
- Precision tight rail tolerances .002" (.05 mm)
- Hardened steel races eliminate fasteners and reduce mounting components by up to 50%
- Handles loads up to 8,900 N (2,000 lbf)
- End-joinable rails for long length applications
- High speed capacity 12 m/s (472 in/s)
- Carriages equipped with sealed, lubricated for life rollers
- Carriages available with wheel covers, scrapers and wipers
IVTAAG
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IVTAAG linear guide rail eliminates tolerance stack-up with precision qualified edges for high accuracy and quick alignment. Composed of a precision machined aluminum anodized rail with embedded hardened steel races, the IVTAAG linear guide is lightweight without sacrificing strength and integrates easily with standard aluminum extrusion framing systems. The embedded steel races also work to eliminate fasteners and reduce mounting components. The rail is SIMO® machined for precise mounting and alignment on all critical sides—ensuring dimensional and rail form accuracy. IVTAAG carriages are available with a wide variety of accessory options for your specific application.
- Standard lengths up to 3,650 mm (Consult factory for longer continuous length or joinable rails.)
- SIMO® machined for precision qualified rail surfaces within .002" (.05 mm)
- Hardened steel races eliminate fasteners and reduce mounting components by up to 50%
- Handles loads up to 8,900 N (2,000 lbf)
- High speed capacity 12 m/s (472 in/s)
- Carriages equipped with sealed, lubricated for life rollers
- Carriages available with wheel covers, scrapers and wipers
Custom IVT Linear Guide Rail Systems
- Custom IVT configurations are also available to meet our customers’ specific needs. Are you an OEM seeking a way to simplify your linear guide design, save on cost, improve accuracy and performance? Integral-V™ Technology is the answer! Utilize the advantage of lightweight aluminum construction with hardened steel raceways for speed and accuracy. We work hand-in-hand with your design team and use our proprietary SIMO® process to create a customized IVT extrusion that is specifically designed to your application. Reduce bulky mounting components, eliminate fasteners and improve your assembly by choosing a Custom IVT Configuration, custom carriages are also available.
Gliding Surface Technology -Plain Bearing Linear Motion
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Gliding Surface Technology adapts plain bearing design to create a simple, two-piece configuration of a rail and carriage with a self-lubricating surface. By utilizing plain bearing design, Gliding Surface Technology offers lower profiles, compact sizes, and smooth, quiet linear motion. Available options and product capabilities provide unlimited design alternatives and configurations. PBC Linear manufactures Gliding Surface Technology to perform and to withstand harsh environments while offering additional advantages:
- Plain bearing design will not catastrophically fail
- Vibration damping provides smooth and quiet linear motion
- Pre-engineered – ready to use
- Corrosion resistance to operate in severe applications
- Light weight aluminum construction
- Long life without lubrication
- Compact, space-saving solutions available
- High loads and high shock resistant
Mini-Rail Miniature Linear Guide
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Based on Simplicity technology, the Mini-Rail plain rail system’s effective two-piece design allows for fast installation and provides outstanding performance in demanding linear motion applications from semi-conductor wafer handling to packaging equipment. With no rolling elements, Mini-Rail will not catastrophically fail. Mini-Rail is a fully interchangeable and economical solution to industry standard linear guides.
- Static load capacity up to 1350 lb
- Available in 5 sizes from 7mm to 20mm base width
- Rail lengths up to 3600mm
- Self-lubricating Frelon Gold
- No rolling elements – no catastrophic failure
- Smooth, quiet, and repeatable
- Withstands vibration and shock
- Two design configurations: Precision and Compensated
- Ceramic coated aluminum rail
- Anodized aluminum carriage
- Long-life and corrosion resistant
- Compact design
- Lead screw and stepper motor options available
- Interchangeable to comparable ball style systems
LPM Low Profile Mini-Rail Linear Guide
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The low cost Low Profile Mini-Rail LPM comes available in 4 different sizes and is the perfect solution for compact low friction motion in the medical, packaging, and automation industries. Low Profile Mini-Rail LPM is composed of a molded polymer slider with stainless steel thread inserts and anodized aluminum rails. The LPM is resistant to lubricants, fuels, dyes, and weak acids and can operate in temperatures ranging from (-35°C to 65°C). Industry standard interchangeable, the LPM series is a fool proof polymer slider.
- Static load capacity up to 18 lb
- Four sizes ranging from 17mm to 80mm rail width
- Low profile ideal for small spaces
- Chemical resistance ideal for harsh environments
- Smooth and quiet operation
- Economical linear solution
UGA Low Profile Uni-Guide Linear Slide
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A new solution for oil-free, smooth and quiet linear motion, the Low Profile Uni-Guide (UGA) maintains the proven advantages of the standard two-piece Uni-Guide in a simple, compact assembly.
FEATURES & BENEFITS- Compact Design 24mm height profile fits into tight spaces.
- Performance Advantage - Frelon® self-lubricating liner provides low wear, high load capacities and maintenance-free operation. Available in three liner options.
- SIMO® Process - PBC Linear’s patent pending milling operation creates a precision machined rail and carriage surface - tight tolerances and alignment accuracy
- Wash Down Optimized - Angled rail design ensures optimum wash down and prevents buildup of particulates and chemicals
- Product Interchangeable - Easy drop-in replacement
- Mounting Flexibility - pre-drilled tapped holes and t-slots provide mounting flexibility and ease of assembly
- Splatter Proof – hard anodized aluminum prevents contaminants from sticking
Uni-Guide Linear Slide System
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PBC Linear applied the proven Simplicity technology to a two-piece aluminum design to create the Uni-Guide. The result is a unique assembly that eliminates tolerance stack up, dampens vibrations and shock loads, and can drop into existing applications making installation easy. Uni-Guide has unlimited design options and versatility making it ideal for applications ranging from low cost automation to packaging equipment.
- Static load capacity up to 1000 lb
- Three size options
- Available up to 10’, for longer lengths contact PBC Linear
- Lightweight, pre-engineered two-piece assembly – ready to use
- No metal to metal contact – smooth and quiet motion
- Self-lubricating Frelon Gold
- Mounting flexibility – carriage t-slots with pre-drilled mounting holes
- No alignment necessary
- Ceramic hard anodize finish for corrosion resistance
- Drive options – lead screws
- Optional configurations and special carriages available – contact an Application Engineer for details
Square Bearings and Linear Rails
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Simplicity™ square bearings and plugs offer the same characteristics of the standard round-way Simplicity™ bearings, but in a square package. The single, square shaft allows offset loads on a single shaft. This maintains radial integrity and reduces the number of costly components by eliminating the need for parallel shafting. The square bearings are available in 2-sided and 4-sided versions for options in adjustability. The housings are anodized aluminum and the easily replaced bearing plugs are 316 stainless steel lined with Frelon™. The addition of tapped mounting holes on each face of the square bearing offers mounting flexibility.
- Bearing sizes in 1” and 1.5” inside dimension
- Self-lubricating for oil free operation
- Wide temperature range from -400° F (-240°C) to +400° F (+204°C)
- Easily withstands shock and vibration
- Replaceable bearing plugs can be purchased separately and used as a wear pad
- 304 stainless steel square shafting is standard and highly corrosion resistant
- Mounting accessories are also available
Profile Rail Technology - Ball-type Linear Guide Rails
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Available from PBC Linear are the Chieftek-Precision, Inc., high performance ball-type linear guideways. Equipped with improved features such as stainless steel reinforced end plates, internal eco-lubrication system and overall dust proof design, these new ball-type linear guides offer high speed and repeatable linear motion at extended life performance. The linear guides are gothic profile designed with 45° contact angle to attain equal load and balance the forces in all directions – providing high load capacity and excellent system stability. PBC ‘s ball type linear guides are available in multiple precision options and a wide selection of sizes to directly match up with the customers application requirements.
- Full range of profile sizes – miniature (3, 5, 7, 9, 12, and 15mm) and standard (15, 20, 25, and 30mm)
- Multiple precision options: normal (N), high (H), precise (P), super (SP) and Ultra (U)
- High load and moment capacity
- Internal eco-lubrication system
- Dust proof design
- Stainless Steel Reinforced End plates – enhanced structural design
Linear Actuators Technology
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Linear Actuator Technology (LAT) is your ideal choice for automated positioning, transfer and guidance. We offer a full assortment of actuators to meet any application needs. Choose from belt, ball-screw, lead screw or un-driven systems complete with a number of mounting and performance accessories. Require a multi-axis solution? PBC Linear will work with your design team to create a sophisticated assembly that simplifies processes, improves performance and saves on cost.
LAT is a natural part of the Mechatronics Enabled (ME) initiative. ME offers a broad range of mechatronics solutions for small, medium, large, and extra-large applications. Choose from belt, ball-screw, lead screw or un-driven systems complete with a number of mounting and performance accessories. Require a multi-axis solution? PBC Linear will work with your design team to create a sophisticated assembly that simplifies processes, improves performance and saves on cost. 
CS - Compact Series Linear Guide System
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The Compact Series Linear Guide System from PBC Linear® is designed to provide smooth, accurate, and repeatable linear motion in tightspaces. The Compact Series boasts a low profile—23 mm—standard system
height making it an ideal solution for applications such as lab automation,
medical, automated delivery systems, dispensing robotics, and electronic board manufacturing.
The Compact Series Linear Guide System can be configured—with standard options—to adapt to the demands of the application. Options include: two bearing choices, gliding surface technology or profile rail technology; lead screw with multiple leads; standard fixed or Constant Force™anti-backlash nut; manual drive; integrated stepper or smart motor; and a motor mount option for use with other motors.- Bearing options: Gliding Surface Technology provides smooth and quiet operation. This choice is low cost, self-lubricating, and maintenance free. Profile Rail Technology provides rigid performance and is ideal for applications that require high loads or precise positional accuracy.
- Lead Screw: 6 mm diameter lead screw is available in 1, 2, 5, and 10 mm leads.
- Nut: Standard fixed or Constant Force™anti-backlash nut.
- Motor: Integrated NEMA 17 or NEMA 23 stepper motors; single, double, or triple stack; motor mount option for attaching stepper, servo, or smart motor, etc. Option with a manual hand knob is also available.
ML - Miniature Linear Actuators
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The ML Series are the smallest and most compact line of linear actuators offered by PBC LINEAR™. With actuator stroke lengths available up to 650 mm (25.6 in), this design incorporates feature advancements not offered by other competitors in this size range of actuators. Three (3) models are available:
- MLB – with integrated motor
- MLC – motor mount only
- MLD – hand driven knob or shaft
The distinctive outer profile of the anodized aluminum housing makes use of dovetail slots on all sides making installation quick and easy, allowing this actuator to be mounted more commonly from its underside or uniquely from its side. This feature increases the users options for mounting, highlighting its flexibility while being ideal for mounting orthogonally in gantry style applications. The dovetail slot design also helps to eliminate the potential for loose mounting by inducing tension when tightening it down with its wedge style clamping (being superior to the conventional square T-slot toe clamp), thereby holding its grip through strenuous forces and vibrations over long cycling. The actuators outer precision machined surfaces, processed through our Patent Pending process SIMO® (Simultaneous Integral Milling Operation), provide for flush mounting on any of its four sides to facilitate a qualified and clean installation.
MT Linear Actuators
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The MT Series of belt driven linear actuators offers a number of profile sizes with multiple design configurations to meet requirements in high load, stroke and speed applications. Internally, a profile rail with runner blocks provide for guidance with low friction, noise and vibration. The actuator body consists of an anodized aluminum housing with a stainless steel strip which seals along magnetic strips to shield out contamination from entering the linear actuator. Precision extrusions for each aluminum actuator body ensure for side and bottom surfaces that are flat and perpendicular giving accurate installations.
- Available in five (5) models: MTB, MTC, MTD, MTE, MTF
- Anodized aluminum bodies of 42 mm x 42 mm (1.65 in x 1.65 in) to 80 mm x 80 mm (3.15 in x 3.15 in)
- Steel reinforced timing belt drive
- Stroke lengths up to 6 m (20 ft):(MTB042 2m length, MTE/MTF 1m length)
- Maximum single carriage loads up to 7800 N (1753 lbf) and maximum moments up to 480 Nm (4248 lb•in)
- Speeds up to 3 m/s (118 in./s)
PL Linear Actuators
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The PL series offers a screw driven actuator with a 55mm x 55mm (2.17 in x 2.17 in) body profile. Pre-loaded ball bearing cam rollers guided by patent pending Integral-V™ hardened steel raceways are used to create smooth precise guidance. SIMO® (Simultaneous Integral Milling Operation) machining of each aluminum actuator body provides side and bottom surfaces that are machined flat and perpendicular for accurate installation. A stainless steel seal strip magnetically seals against the actuator body and resists contamination that would otherwise enter the actuator. Dual and extended carriages are available to increase the load and moment capacities.
- Anodized aluminum bodies of 55mm x 55mm profile.
- PLA055 actuators are available with ball screws, coated lead screws, or acme screws.
- Maximum stroke lengths and maximum carriage speeds: PLA055: up to 2710mm (107 in) and up to 2 m/s (79 in/s)
- Maximum single carriage loads of 2000 N (450 lbs) and maximum moments of 120 Nm (1062 in•lb)
- (2) T-slots on each side of the actuator accept standard and roll-in t-nuts for easy mounting
- Available accessories include mounting clamps, motor mounts, couplings, gantry plates, and limit switches
Uni-Guide Linear Actuator Systems
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The Uni-Guide Driven System is based on the D075, D100 and D125 aluminum rail and carriage assemblies. Uni-Guide driven systems are available in custom lengths with a precision lead screw drive mechanism installed. The Frelon GOLD® plane bearing material is bonded to the carriage eliminating all metal-to-metal contact and shaft damage. Frelon GOLD® is self-lubricating and does not require external lubrication. Uni-Guide driven systems are contaminant resistant and can tolerate vibration. The lead screw is 303 stainless steel with a TFE coating. The carriage is driven with a self-lubricating, polyacetal, anti-backlash nut that can driven by standard NEMA 17, 23, and 34 stepper motors. Other drive options including servo motors are also available upon request.
- D075, D100 and D125 Uni-Guide sizes available
- Lead screw driven
- Strokes up to 1740 mm (68.5”) available
- Normal carriage loads up to 4448 N (1000 lbs)
- Maximum speed up to 1.5 m/s (300 ft/min)
Plain Bearing Linear Slide Systems
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Simplicity® Linear Slide Technology handles heavy loads and excels in harsh, contaminated environments. Choose from modular components, standard high profile slides, and low profile slides. The basic configuration consists of Simplicity® pillow blocks and a support rail assembly. Linear Slide Technology systems can be built–up to include: parallel rails, top and bottom plates, and screw drives. Screw drives can be fitted with a hand crank, hand wheel, or a motor mount bracket for standard NEMA motors. Modular components are ideal where the customer desires a custom rail spacing dimension or a single rail. The low profile systems provide the same functionality and configuration options as the standard high profile slides and can be used in applications where height constraints prohibit the use of the standard profile systems.
- 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)
- Three basic designs: high profile, low profile and modular
- Bearing materials available include FrelonGold®, FrelonJ®, and ball bearing
- Shaft materials available include alloy steel, anodized aluminum, stainless steel, and chrome plated
Mini-Rail MS-LS Linear Actuator Systems
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Mini-Rail MS/LS miniature linear guide systems are lead screw driven actuators that offer an economical alternative to conventional miniature profile rail systems. Mini-Rail MS linear guide systems are motor driven. Mini-Rail LS linear guide systems are manually driven. Frelon Gold plain bearings in the carriage contact the hard anodized aluminum rail to form the linear guidance mechanism. No actuator maintenance is required. The lead screws are 303 stainless steel and have a TFE coating. The polyacetal drive nut is self lubricating and pre-loaded to eliminate backlash. Frelon Gold bearing material allows the Mini-Rail MS/LS miniature linear guide systems to better withstand shock and vibration than ball bearing systems.
Available in two (2) sizes:- 15mm (0.591 in) rail width
- 20mm (0.787 in) rail width.
Eight (8) screw leads are available- 1 mm (Lead Code: AH)
- 2 mm (Lead Code: AG)
- 4 mm (Lead Code: AR)
- 5 mm (Lead Code: AX)
- 6 mm (Lead Code: BG)
- 8 mm (Lead Code: BH)
- 10 mm (Lead Code: AJ)
- 12 mm (Lead Code: BD)
- Maximum stroke lengths of 578 mm (22.8 in) are available
- Thrust load capacity up to 1.12 N (5 lb)
- Carriage speeds up to 487 mm/s (19 in/s)
- Manual carriage brakes are available
- Custom carriages, extended length carriages, and multiple carriages are available