SMITH-TRAX > ή were designed for applications with a combination of both radial and axial loads. The SMITH-TRAX > Bearings use tapered roller bearings ordeep groove ball bearings to handle this combinationof radial and thrust loads. This bearing system isconsiderable more effective at supporting axial loads than needle rollers found in standard cam followers.Special seals are used in SMITH-TRAX > ή Bearings sothey can be used in contaminated environments. Ametal expansion plug closes off the back end of thebearing to allow for a large lubrication reservoir. SMITH-TRAX > Bearings are available in Inch andMetric sizes in Stud or Yoke Type versions. There are 4different configurations available to meet a widerange of applications available: Plain O.D. Handle thrust or radial loads. Load can rideagainst O.D. or face of bearing. Flanged O.D. Designed for side guiding, where theintended load can ride up against the flange. V-Groove Designed for operation on V-shaped tracks.V-shaped tracks will not allow contaminants to buildup as easily as they would on a flat and level track. U-Groove Are commonly used for wire guidingapplications and are custom made to order. >