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Self lubrificating Linear Bearings

Self lubrificating Linear Bearings
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Self lubrificating Linear Bearings

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Overview: The document provides comprehensive information on LM76's linear bearings, including specifications, applications, and unique features. It covers various types of bearings, such as Black Racer Ceramic Coated, Minuteman PTFE Self-Lubricating, and others, along with their performance parameters and material construction.
Specifications: Detailed specifications for different bearing types are provided, including coefficients of friction, load capacities, and material requirements. For instance, Black Racer bearings require lubrication and case-hardened shafting.
Performance Parameters: Key parameters like maximum pressure, velocity, and pressure-velocity values are outlined for each bearing type, highlighting their operational limits.
Material and Construction: The document emphasizes the importance of using appropriate materials, such as ceramic coatings and PTFE liners, to ensure optimal bearing performance.
Applications and Recommendations: Guidance is provided for selecting the right bearing type based on specific application needs, with contact information for further assistance.
Comparison Chart: A chart compares LM76 Ceramic Coated, Minuteman Self-Lube, and FDA/USDA Bearings, focusing on factors like max PV, PSI, velocity, shaft hardness, and temperature limits.
Special Design and Manufacturing: LM76 offers custom design and manufacturing services for specialized linear bearings, extending beyond standard catalog options.
Technical Data: Detailed technical data, including dimensions, tolerances, and load capacities, is provided to aid engineers and designers in selecting suitable bearings.
Contact Information: Contact details are provided for inquiries and technical support, encouraging personalized assistance.
Minuteman PTFE Bearings: These bearings are highlighted for their self-lubricating design, temperature resistance, and material flexibility, making them suitable for high-load applications with minimal maintenance.
Roller Bearing Pillow Blocks: Specifications and features of LM76's roller bearing pillow blocks are detailed, including customization options and applications in high-speed, precision environments.
Procedures and Recommendations: Instructions for ordering options like the 'top grease option' and rebuild kits are provided, along with recommendations for lubrication and alignment to prevent wear and failure.
Norms and Standards: Industry standards for linear shafting, including tolerances and material specifications, are referenced, with custom solutions available upon request.
Precision Linear Shafting: Specifications for ceramic coated aluminum shafting are provided, emphasizing their lightweight, non-magnetic properties, and compatibility with LM76 composite bearings.
Basic Linear Slides: Information on LM76's basic linear slides, including options for single or double carriage blocks and compatibility with different bearing types, is included.
Company Background: LM76's history and expertise in innovative linear bearing solutions are highlighted, with a focus on their wide range of products for various industries.
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LM76 has 5 out of the 6 lowest coefficient of friction linear bearings made today. Air Bearings Frictionless Require Air Low Loads Black Racer Minuteman PTFE Linear Roller Blocks Ceramic Coated Self-Lubricating As Low as Linear Bearing Linear Bearing CofF to .003 As low as As Low as .19 CofF.04 CofF - Dry If you have any questions about what linear bearing (Lubricated) will work best for your application, call Mike Quinn today 1-800-513-3163 or email: [email protected] Linear Ball Bearings As Low as CofF to .001 WDX Non-Metallic Self Lubricating Linear Bearing As low as .20 CofF Dry www.LM76.com...

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Minuteman PTFE composite linear bearings offer a tough, generate debris. Bonded to the bearing shell ID is our Minuteman Green - PTFE , self-lubricating liner which ranges from .025” - .035” thickness depending on bearing size. Minuteman’s self-lube PTFE require hardened steel or 440c stainless shafting. Rather, our blend on soft, 300 series stainless steels- 303, 304 and 316 SS. Our white, FDA linear is very similar but takes a lesser load. PSI = 5000 Max Velocity = 400 SFM Max PV = 30,000 Required Shafting = Class L Rc60/440c 300 SS ( 303, 304, 316 ) Self-Lubricating Minuteman FDA Compliant...

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Comparison chart for LM76 Ceramic Coated, Minuteman Self Lube and FDA/USDA Bearings LINEAR BEARING CATAGORIES MINUTEMAN SELF LUBE BEARINGS CERAMIC COATED BEARINGS FDA/USDA LINEAR BEARINGS Max PV (continuous) 30,000 40,000 10,000 Max P-PSI (static) 5,000 5,000 1,000 Max V SFM (no load) 400 Shaft Hardness (minumum) unlimited! 400 RB 25 Temperature Limitstypical range 8-16 8-16 .09-.12 Coefficient of Friction RB 25 8-16 Shaft Finish (RMS) RC 35 .04-.08 .12-.20 -400 to +375F -200 to +400F -400 to +375F BEARING “Quick Look Chart” QUICK LOOK HIGH LOADS DEBRIS SHOCK/ VIBRATION WASHDOWN CHEMICALS LUBRICATION...

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Self-Lubricating Minuteman Linear Bearings * LM76 Self Lube, Teflon® composite bearings can take 10 X's the load of comparable Linear Ball Bearings f LM76 Self Lube, Teflon® composite bearings are chemically inert and are great in washdown applications i LM7G Self Lube, Teflon® composite bearings are very suitable for debris Since our bearing shells are machined aluminum, LM76 can machine features into bearings or housings that will allow for unitized bearing assemblies, eliminating 2 or more assembly components Because LM76 uses no abrasive fillers, our bearings run as well on hardened ( RC60...

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S E L F Special Bearing Design and Manufacture LM76 specializes in the design and manufacture of special linear bearings. Our many years of plain bearing experience make us the go-to company for short and long run special designs. We love to go “Off Catalog” to give you the linear bearing you really need. Don’t settle for catalog options - we’re here for you. Don’t settle for high prices, minimums and crazy lead times! Ceramic Coated Aluminum Twin Pillow Block with 300 series stainless, PTFE, FDA Food Process Bearing Assembly. Special 2” all stainless shaft, pillow block and linear ball bearings...

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Minuteman Single,Closed and Open, PTFE Self-Lubricating Pillow Blocks S E L F G (L) D K A M Closed E F C B G 30o L (LX) K A Open M E F C B Inch ( Imperial ) Sizes PART NUMB E R SHAFT DIA. NOM. M AX . A +/ - B C D F +/ - . 010 . 003 (L) (LX) E +/ - G BOLT/ HOL E K L M IN . M M IN . . 010 PB 408-6SL 1/4 .2495 .437 1 5/8 1 3/16 13/16 1.312 .750 1 #6-5/32 3/4 3/32 3/16 PB 610-7SL 3/8 .3745 .500 1 3/4 1 5/16 15/16 1.437 .875 1 1/8 #6-5/32 7/8 9/64 3/16 PB 814-10SL 1/2 .4995 .687 2 1 11/16 1 1/4 1.688 1.000 1 3/8 #6-5/32 1 1/8 5/16 1/4 PB 1018-12SL 5/8 .6245 .875 2 1/2 1 15/16 1 5/8 2.125 1.125 1 3/4...

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Minuteman Twin, Closed and Open, PTFE Self-Lubricating Pillow Blocks S E L F L U B R I C A T I N G Closed (LPB-T) and Open (LXPB-T) SL SL SL SL SL SL SL SL SL L I N E A R Flange Blocks Part Number Shaft Diameter A B C D E F Nom Max 3/8” .3745 Bolt Hole LF6SL 1-1/4” 0.875 1-5/16” 7/8” 3/16” #6 5/32” LF8SL LF10SL 1/2” .4995 5/8” .6245 1-5/8’ 2” 1.250 1.500 1-11/16” 1-15/16” 1-1/4” 1-1/2” 1/4” 1/4” #8 #8 3/16” 3/16” LF12SL LF16SL 3/4” 1” 2-3/8” 2-3/4” 1.750 2.125 2-1/16” 2-13/16” 1-3/4” 2-1/4” 3/8” 1/2” # 10 1/4” 7/32” 9/32” LF20SL 1-1/4” 1.2495 3” 2.250 3-5/8” 2-1/2” 1/2” 1/4” LM76 will design...

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Linear/Rotary Bearings Minuteman Closed, PTFE Self-Lubricating Bull Dog Bearings S E L F LM76 Minuteman PTFE Self-Lubricating Bearings are built for tough jobs where shock, debris and impact strength is required Part Number Bearing Size Inch A ID Tol OD OD Tolerance Housing Bore Min LFG-8SL 1/2 .5015/.5005 LFG-10SL 5/8 LFG-12SL LFG-16SL Housing Bore Max Bearing Length Bearing Length Tolerance Distance bewtween O-ring Grooves 7/8 .87500/.87350 .6255/.6265 1-1/8 1.1250/1.2350 0.8750 .8757 1.250 1.2500/1.2350 1.012 1.1250 1.1258 1.500 1.5000/1.4850 3/4 .7515/7505 1-1/4 1.095 1.2500/1.2480 1.2500...

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FDA/USDA Compliant Linear Bearings, Shafting and Linear Slides Washdown Friendly

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Closed and Open, FDA Self-Lubricating PTFE Linear Bearings S T A I N L E S S LX L 60° INCH SIZES WORKING BORE BEARING NUM BER (L OR LX ) INCHES LENGTH OUTSIDE DIAMETER TOL . -.0000 INCHES TOL . +.0000 INCHES DISTANCE BETWEEN R E TA I N I N G RINGS TOL . +.000 DISTANCE BETWEEN O - R IN G GROOVES SLOT WIDT +. 0 2 0 -.000 A 408- FDA + B - C - D E F 0.2505 0.0010 0.5000 0.0010 0.750 0.015 0.437 0.018 0.094 HOLE RETAINING LOCATION HOL E TO B R G. DIAMETER END H I 0.094 on center on center 610-FDA 0.3755 0.0010 0.6250 0.0010 0.875 0.015 0.562 0.260 0.156 0.094 814-FDA 2.5017 0.5005 0.5005 0.0010 0.8750...

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Minuteman PTFE Self-Lubricating Bearings S E L F Mechanicals Engineering Data PSI PV Friction Operating Temp 5000 30,000 .09 -.12 -400 / +385 F SFM 400 Shafting Class L 300SS 440C Rc60 OK 2:1 Ratio for Moment Loading Vertical “Z” Axis Sleeve-Type linear bearings can suffer from “edge loading” in over-turning moment designs. In the vertical “Z” axis, the distance between bearings on 1 shaft must be spaced a minimum of 1/2 the distance of the moment arm. See the example below for clarification. The optimal ratio is 1:1. 2:1 Ratio for Moment Loading Horizontal “X,Y”Axis Sleeve-Type linear bearings...

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