Round Shaft Technology

Simplicity® Self-lubricating Bearings: the time-tested choice for reliable, long-lasting linear motion in any environment

ROUND SHAFT TECHNOLOGY

Round Shaft Technology utilizes precision round shafting as the guide way, and combines with linear plane bearings or linear ball bearings for movement. While the shafting is often hardened steel, other materials such as stainless steel and aluminum are also readily available. RST bearings and shafting are available in such a wide variety of bearing configurations, and offer solutions for an extensive range of applications. Rail supported round shafting coupled with open bearings offers additional rigidity for heavier loads.

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NOTE: At break-in, Frelon deposits a microscopic film on the shaft and fills the valleys in the surface finish creating a Frelon-on-Frelon running condition that is true self-lubrication.

Simplicity Linear Plane Bearings

Originally designed as a solution to roller bearing failures, Simplicity® self-lubricating bearings perform reliably even when subjected to contamination, vibration, shock loading and liquid wash downs. Simplicity® is an economical choice with an average purchase price of 15-30% less than rolling element linear bearings. With reliable, maintenance-free operation Simplicity® bearings will not catastrophically fail! The Simplicity® product line consists of more than linear bearings, also included are: linear slides, pillow blocks, sleeve bearings, flange mounts, and die set bushings. Available in inch or metric sizes.

More load capacity in smaller package
Will not catastrophically fail
Handles extreme environments
Maintenance free

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pillow block bearings

PBC Linear pillow blocks are composed of aluminum alloy and use PBC Linear's proven Simplicity™ technology to tolerate extreme environments and provide for long-lasting operation. They have a built-in self-alignment in all directions that PBC Linear offers as a standard option. Industry standard interchangeable with ball-bearing pillow blocks and available in open and closed options, PBC Linear's Simplicity pillow blocks are perfectly suited for a wide variety of applications.Simultaneous linear & rotary motion

High strength housings
Self aligning
Ready to install

Linear Shafting

PBC Linear offers a wide variety of different shafting options. With their standard laZer straight precision, PBC Linear's shafting is second to none in accuracy and repeatability. Available in steel, stainless steel, aluminum alloy or ceramic coated finish, pre-drilled or non-drilled, PBC Linear is perfectly suited to meet and exceed your linear shafting expectations.

RC60 steel, 300/400 stainless steel or ceramic coated aluminum
Cut-to-length or random lengths,
& butt-joinable
Pre-drilled & tapped
Suitable for Simplicity® bearings

Linear Support Rail

PBC Linear offers support rails in durable aluminum alloy either as an assembly or by the rail itself with optional ceramic coating available. Offered in lengths up to 4' and pre-drilled and non-drilled options, PBC Linear's support rail is perfect for continuous or intermittent support for your linear shafting requirements.

Aluminum pre-drilled & non-drilled
Cut-to-length or random lengths
Suitable for Simplicity® bearings
Joinable for longer lengths

Precision Sleeve Bearing/Bushing

PBC Linear's high precision Simplcity™ linear sleeve bearings offer highly accurate linear motion to some of the most extreme applications. Extreme temperature tolerant (-400ºF-400ºF), shock vibration and wear resistant, high speed and load capacities--there are few places where PBC Linear's precision sleeve bearings cannot excel.

Available in flanged or straight
Press fit or slip fit & epoxy
Vibration dampening
Maintenance free

flange Mount Bearings

PBC Linear offers a wide selection of bearing flange mounts. Integrated with PBC Linear's patented Simplicity technology. Offered in round flange or square flange bearing configurations, PBC Linear flange mounts are the perfect solution for precise linear motion. Available with die set molding and in Inch, Metric, or Japanese Metric sizes, finding a compatible flange mount to complete the job is a snap.

Simultaneous linear & rotary motion
Low coefficent of friction
High strength housings
Ready to install

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Withstand the Test of Time with Simplicity® Bearings

Through years of testing, use, and advancement, the PBC Linear Simplicity self-lubricating bearing has stood the test of time. Providing smooth, quiet linear motion in the harshest of applications, this bearing has replaced failing ball bearing technology for over 20 years. Serving as a foundation of innovation for PBC Linear, Simplicity technology is often called by loyal customers, the “little red bearing” that keeps on going.

Developed in 1982, Simplicity was a solution to be directly interchanged with failing standard ball bearings. Since then, we have added many options, including precision and compensated, open and closed, and self-aligning. Where ball bearings can seize and catastrophically fail, Simplicity bearings will out-perform and can last years longer. Whether the application is extreme temperature, dirt, submersion, or high vibration, the Simplicity linear bearing can tolerate almost anything.

From carpet tufting, granite cutting, or foundry-work, the Simplicity linear bearing has proven itself in extreme environments without failure. The FrelonGOLD® or FrelonJ® liners help by eliminating the need for lubrication and metal to metal contact, outstanding performance in a wide temperature range (-400°C to 400°C), lowered wear resistance and friction by 60%, and increased load capacity by 100%. The results are a reduction in downtime, cost savings, and increased overall satisfaction of the customer.

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For clean environments, the Simplicity bearing is a great choice as it does not require messy lubrication, does not emit harmful particulates, does not contain moving parts with the potential for failure and, with the patented FrelonJ liner, can be used in most wash down and submersion application. Offered in Inch, Metric and Japanese metric sizes, Simplicity with FrelonGOLD technology has proven itself in the harshest environments, as well as surroundings where the cleanest linear motion is vital.

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