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PBC Linear Motion Catalog

PBC Linear Motion Catalog

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Overview: This document provides comprehensive technical information on PBC Linear's Simplicity® self-lubricated bearings, guides, systems, and slides. It includes specifications, ordering information, and technical data for various product series, such as heavy-duty rolling element bearings, self-lubricating miniature linear guides, and modular guides.

Specifications: The document details specifications for different types of bearings and guides, including load capacities, dimensions, and material compositions. Notably, heavy-duty bearings have a high load capacity of up to 4.6 US Ton-force, and unlimited rail lengths are available.

Product Series: Products are categorized into series based on measurement standards (Inch, ISO Metric, JIS Metric) and types (e.g., flange bearings, pillow blocks, linear shafting). Each series includes specific product codes and descriptions.

Technical Information: Detailed technical information covers the advantages of Simplicity® bearings, bearing liner materials, running clearance, self-alignment features, and lubrication systems. Performance ratings, wear rates, life expectancy, and factors affecting wear are also discussed.

Installation and Application: Guidelines for installing Simplicity® bearings are provided, along with application information such as deflection, displacement angle, and chemical resistance. Specific applications like submerged environments and clean rooms are addressed.

Tables and Charts: Various tables and charts, such as load rating and life expectancy, clearance and fit, and critical speed charts, provide essential data for selecting and using the products effectively.

Redi-Rail® Linear Guides: The document introduces Redi-Rail® linear guides, highlighting their applications and benefits. Technical information includes adjusting slider preload, slider orientation, lubrication, mounting, life calculations, and load comparison graphs.

Mini-Rail® Miniature Linear Guides: An overview of Mini-Rail® systems is provided, including low profile and lead screw-driven slides, with technical specifications and ordering information.

V-Guide System: The document introduces V-Guide systems with specifications for different sizes and load capacities, along with detailed technical data.

Commercial Rail: An overview of commercial rail systems is provided, with specifications for CR20, CR30, and CR45 slides and rails.

Hardened Crown Rollers: The document introduces hardened crown rollers.

Hevi-Rail® Linear Bearing Systems: An overview of Hevi-Rail® systems is provided, with technical information and selection guides, including various mounting configurations.

Simplicity® Self-Lubricating Bearings: Detailed instructions for ordering Simplicity® bearings are included, along with technical specifications for linear plane bearings, including load and speed data.

Material and Load Ratings: Bearings use anodized aluminum alloy with Frelon® liners. Maximum static load is calculated using specific formulas, with ratings for Frelon GOLD® and Frelon® J materials.

Performance Data: Performance data includes maximum PV values, maximum speed running dry and with lubrication, and effective surface area for load calculations. Frelon GOLD® offers higher load and speed capacities.

Flange and Square Bearings: The document details flange and square bearings, focusing on the Simplicity® self-lubricating series, with information on internal and external rings, seals, O-rings, and Zerk fittings.

Technical Information: Guidelines for using square bearings emphasize maintaining a 2:1 ratio for cantilevered loads to prevent binding, with formulas for calculating effective surface area and maximum static load.

Ordering Information: Part numbers, descriptions, and weights for various bearing configurations are provided, with recommendations for using Loctite thread locker to secure adjustable bearing plugs.

Procedures: The document outlines ordering information for square shafting and accessories, specifying materials such as 304 stainless steel for corrosion resistance.

Norms and Standards: Bearings are designed to meet specific engineering principles, offering advantages over traditional ball bearings, such as self-lubrication and high load capacity.

Recommendations: Simplicity bearings are recommended for applications requiring high precision and load capacity, with advice against using precision bearings in parallel shaft applications due to potential misalignment issues.

Wear Rate and Life Expectancy: Factors affecting life expectancy include shaft hardness, surface finish, temperature, and lubrication, with a radial wear chart providing guidelines for typical applications.

Lubrication Recommendations: Recommended lubricants include Waylube Oil and lightweight oils, while WD-40 and PTFE sprays are not recommended.

Temperature and Thermal Expansion: Simplicity bearings operate effectively between -400°F and +400°F, with specific bearing IDs recommended for extreme temperatures.

Rotary Applications: Maximum rotary speeds are specified for both standard and compensated ID clearances, with lubrication potentially increasing these speeds.

Misalignment Solutions: Simplicity bearings do not tolerate misalignment well, with solutions including using self-aligning housings or undersizing the bearing O.D. and using o-rings.

Submerged Applications and Chemical Resistance: Simplicity bearings perform well in submerged conditions and are resistant to many chemicals, with Frelon® J noted for its chemical inertness.

Classes of Plane Bearings: Simplicity bearings are classified as Class III plane bearings, which are self-lubricating and do not require additional lubricants.

Wear Rate vs. Life Expectancy: A wear test for Frelon GOLD® is detailed, showing wear in inches over millions of inches of travel, conducted by Pacific Bearing® Company.

Installation of Simplicity® Bearings: Straight bore housing press fit is not recommended due to misalignment and shaft deflection issues, with recommendations to freeze bearings before installation for better alignment.

Technical Document Summary:

1. Specifications and Measurements: Detailed measurements for various parts, including bearings and shafting, with tables listing part numbers, minimum and maximum housing inner diameters, and additional clearance measurements.

2. Installation Procedures: Installation methods for bearings based on the degree of misalignment and shaft deflection, with specific recommendations for bearing types and retention methods.

3. Material and Chemical Resistance: Information on the chemical resistance of materials like Frelon GOLD® and various aluminum and stainless steel grades, with a chemical reaction chart indicating compatibility.

4. Shafting Details: Details on RC60 steel shafting, including nominal sizes, diameter tolerances, maximum lengths, and weight per inch, with suitability for Simplicity® bearings and linear ball bearings.

5. Support Rail Specifications: Specifications for aluminum support rails, including nominal sizes, dimensions, recommended hole sizes, and weights, with guidance on construction and assembly.

6. Additional Notes: Emphasis on testing specific applications for suitability, with notes on corrosion resistance of materials.

Slide Assembly/NEMA Drive Kit Specifications: Dimensions for various slide assemblies, with a column load chart for Simplicity® Linear Slides, detailing maximum compression load, slide length, and end fixity.

Critical Speed Chart: Explanation of the critical speed of ball screws, with instructions on determining end fixity, slide length, and selecting appropriate slides based on travel rates.

Mini-Rail® Miniature Linear Guides: Described as economical, maintenance-free alternatives to conventional guides, with self-lubricating Frelon GOLD® liners and corrosion resistance.

Ordering Information: Details on ordering Mini-Rail assemblies, including part numbers, sizes, and configurations, with technical specifications for different rail sizes.

Technical Information: Performance ratings for linear motion, static load data, and conversion factors for load and moment, with emphasis on maintaining a 2:1 ratio for cantilevered loads.

Low Profile Mini-Rail® - LPM: Describes low-profile miniature guide systems suitable for small spaces and harsh environments, with specifications for different sizes and load capacities.

Mini-Rail® LS/MS - Lead Screw Driven Slides: Details on lead screw-driven slides, with specifications for screw materials, design features, and ordering options.

Specifications: Detailed specifications for plane bearings, focusing on performance ratings for linear motion, with maximum PV for Frelon GOLD® material.

Procedures: Procedures for adjusting slide preload and installing sliders, with emphasis on proper adjustment to avoid loose or rough operation.

Norms and Recommendations: Recommendations for maintaining a 2:1 ratio for cantilevered loads and ensuring drive mechanism does not exceed load and speed capacities.

Product Features: The Uni-Guide system features a two-piece assembly with Frelon GOLD® self-lubricating material, offering mounting flexibility and corrosion resistance.

Accessories and Options: Various accessories are available, including hand brakes, motor mounts, and ratchet pins, with ordering information for carriage types and drive mechanisms.

Load and Speed Data: Charts and tables detailing maximum load and speed data for different sizes and configurations of the Uni-Guide system.

Product Overview: Technical information on Redi-Rail® Linear Guides, designed for precision, durability, and ease of use in various industrial applications.

Specifications: Lists several models of Redi-Rail® Linear Guides, with specific dimensions, load capacities, and speed limits.

Mounting and Installation: Guidelines for mounting sliders, with recommended bolt tightening torques for proper installation.

Life Calculations: Equations for calculating life expectancy of sliders, with reduction factors for environmental conditions.

Materials and Construction: Sliders constructed with aluminum alloy bodies and 52100 steel rollers, with sealed rails made from aluminum alloy and hardened steel raceways.

Applications: Suitable for automation, material handling, assembly, and packaging applications, with varying levels of cleanliness and speed requirements.

V-Guide System: An alternative for linear motion in harsh environments, with V-Guide Rails and Wheels made from materials like 1045 Carbon Steel and 52100 Bearing Steel.

Conclusion: Comprehensive technical specifications and guidelines for selecting and using Redi-Rail® Linear Guides and V-Guide Systems in various industrial applications.

V-Guide System Overview: Detailed specifications and technical information on V-Guide systems, designed for handling radial and axial loads, with various sizes and material options.

Specifications: Radial load capacities for different V-Guide sizes, with options for carbon steel and stainless steel.

Components: Bearings and bushings available in fixed and adjustable types, with load calculations and mounting recommendations.

Commercial Rail Systems: Cost-effective linear motion solution with high load capacity and corrosion resistance, featuring roll-formed rails and machined slider bodies.

Applications: Suitable for automation, packaging, material handling, medical equipment, and more.

Ordering Information: Part numbers and descriptions for various components, including rails, rollers, and accessories.

Technical Specifications: Linear bearings designed to handle high axial and radial loads, with interchangeable components to minimize downtime.

Applications: Suitable for telescoping applications, warehouse handling systems, and more.

Technical Information: Formulas for calculating maximum static radial and axial loads, with specifications for profile rails, clamp flanges, and flange plates.

System Design and Mounting Configurations: System design clearance requirements and selection guide for bearings, rails, flange plates, and clamp flanges.

Load and Bearing Life Calculations: Formulas for predicting bearing life expectancy, with instructions for adjusting axial bearings and verifying alignment.

Key Data from Tables and Charts: Detailed specifications for different bearing systems, with charts for selecting appropriate components based on load requirements.

Overview: Technical specifications and details for Hevi-Rail® Linear Bearing Systems, focusing on load capacities, dimensions, and structural properties.

Specifications: Weights and moments of inertia for various components, with load capacities for radial and axial loads.

Procedures and Recommendations: Emphasis on using hardened rails for specified loads, with sections for design and layout options.

Product Features: Heavy-duty bearings with high load capacities and longer service life, with options for self-lubricating bearings.

Contact Information: Contact details for PBC Linear, including phone numbers and a website for locating distributors worldwide.

Catalog excerpts

PBC LINEAR™ A PACIFIC BEARING COMPANY LINEAR MOTION SOLUTIONS Simplicity® Self-Lubricated Bearings, Guides, Systems & Slides Self-Lubricating Linear Plane Bearing and Shafting • Oil-free - maintenance free • Tolerates extreme temperatures • Dampens vibration & shock loads • Engineered-to-match shafting, pillow blocks and support rails LINEAR MOTION SOLUTIONS Simplicity Self-Lubricated Bearings, Guides, Systems & Slides ® Self-Lubricating Miniature Linear Guides • No rolling elements • Lengths up to 3600 mm (12 ft.) • No lubrication required • Tolerates extreme temperatures Redi-Rail Linear Guides, Drawer Slides and V-Guide Systems LINEAR MOTION SOLUTIONS • Ideal for long travel and harsh environment applications • Precision tolerances +/- .025 mm over entire rail length • Simple design for fast, easy installation • Lightweight, durable construction Modular Guides, Slides, Tables and Stage Assemblies • Dampens vibration & shock loads • Customize with ball or lead screws, belt drives & more • No lubrication required • Tolerates temperature extremes Heavy-Duty Rolling Element Bearings and Rails • Extremely high load capacity up to 4.6 US Ton-force • Longer service life for bearings and profiles • Unlimited rail lengths available 6402 E. Rockton Road Roscoe, Illinois 61073 USA Phone: 815.389.5600 800.962.8979 Fax: 815.389.5790 www.pbclinear.com PB-LMS-0709-20M JULY 2009 LITLMS-C 800.962.8979 www.pbclinear.com

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Simplicity® Self-Lubricating Bearings Ordering Ordering Information O.D. Features NOTE: Available ONLY on the “FL, FM, FJ” series No Entry - Standard Straight O.D. bearing A - Crowned “self-aligning” O.D. bearing (closed only) SERIES FL - Standard Inch Series FM - ISO Metric Series FMT - Compact ISO Metric Thin Wall Series FG - “FAG™” Thin Wall Interchange FJ - JIS Standard Series PS - Inch Series Sleeve Bearings PSF - Inch Series Flange Bearings PSM - ISO Metric Series Sleeve Bearings PSFM - ISO Metric Series Flange Bearings I.D. Features NOTE: Does NOT apply to “PS, PSF, PSM, PSFM” No Entry...

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Simplicity® Self-Lubricating Bearings Ordering Information SERIES NOTE: Standard Simplicity bearings are installed in housings Ordering Closed or Open Style NOTE: Available ONLY on “P, PW, PM” series No Entry - Standard Closed Series N - Open Series Housing I.D. Features No Entry - Standard Spherical “self-aligning” I.D. in the housing. (Uses standard straight O.D. bearings) B - Straight I.D. housing. (For rigid fit use standard bearing. For self-alignment use “FLA” bearings.) NOTE: Available ONLY on “SFPM, DFPM, CFPM, SFPJ, DFPJ, CFPJ” series P - Standard Inch Pillow Blocks (FL) PW - Inch Twin...

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Flange Mount - SFP & DFP Simplicity Self-Lubricating ® Flange Mounts SFP Flange Mounts B C L e F G B C Self Aligning in All Directions D A Aluminum Alloy Basic dimensional information MAX. STATIC LOAD (lbs.) FRELON PRECISION COMPENSATED A BEARING NOMINAL SIZE SFP 08 SFP 08 C 1/2" 1.63 SFP 12 SFP 12 C 3/4" 2.38 1.75 1.75 0.375 #10 0.219 2.067 2940 1470 0.463 SFP 16 SFP 16 C 1" 2.75 2.125 2.25 0.500 1/4" 0.281 2.812 3810 1905 1.206 SFP 20 SFP 20 C 1 1/4" 3.88 3.00 2.62 0.625 3/8" 0.386 3.625 10830 5415 1.830 PART NO. B FLANGE SQUARE ASSEMBLY WEIGHT C HOLE SPACING D BARREL DIA. E FLANGE LENGTH F...

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Flange Mount Die Sets - SDS & DDS Simplicity Self-Lubricating ® SDS FLANGE MOUNTS Aluminum Shell with Black Anodize nish 1˚ Misalignment I C B D A E A G H F BASIC DIMENSIONAL INFORMATION A BEARING NOMINAL SIZE B FLANGE O.D. MIN. MAX. MIN. SDS 16 SDS 16 C 1" 3.00 2.098 2.100 SDS 20 SDS 20 C 1-1/4" 3.50 2.598 SDS 24 SDS 24 C 1-1/2" 4.25 SDS 32 SDS 32 C 2" 5.00 PART NO. PRECISION COMPEN. C BARREL DIA. D PILOT DIA. I MOUNTING HOLES (4 PLACES) MAX. STATIC LOAD (lbs.) FRELON ASSEMBLY WEIGHT MAX. E PILOT LENGTH F FLANGE LENGTH G HEAD LENGTH H OVERALL LENGTH BOLT SIZE HOLE SIZE CIRCLE GOLD J (lbs.) 1.4995...

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Flange Mount Die Sets - PAC Simplicity Self-Lubricating ® Flange Mount Die Sets PAC FLANGE MOUNT DIE SETS Lube System Optional Order as JKM See pg. 8 for information Anodized Aluminum Alloy B C A D B C Zerk Fitting 1/4 - 28 D A Frelon® Liner F E Optional Felt Wick G G F E H H I I BASIC DIMENSIONAL INFORMATION NOMINAL PART NO. SIZE A BEARING I.D. MIN. MAX. A BEARING I.D. PART NO. COMPENSATED B FLANGE & BARREL O.D. MIN. MIN. MAX. MAX. C CLAMP DIA. MIN. D PILOT O.D. MIN. MAX. EFFECTIVE MAX STATIC SURFACE LOAD (lbs.) E F G H I AREA FRELON PILOT FLANGE RECESS HEAD OVERALL LENGTH LENGTH LENGTH LENGTH...

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RETAINING RINGS technical information. ►ZERK FITTINGS RETAINING RINGS (INTERNAL)

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Die Set Bushing - PACM Simplicity Self-Lubricating ® PACM DIE SET BUSHINGS Lube System Optional Order as JKM See pg. 8 for information Anodized Aluminum Alloy B C B C A D Zerk Fitting A D Frelon® Liner G G Die Set Bushing F E F E Frelon® Liner H Optional Felt Wick H I I BASIC DIMENSIONAL INFORMATION NOMINAL PART NO. SIZE A BEARING I.D. MIN. MAX. A BEARING I.D. PART NO. COMPENSATED MIN. MAX. B C FLANGE & BARREL CLAMP O.D. (H7) DIA. MIN. D PILOT O.D. (H7) MIN. EFFECTIVE SURFACE E F G H I AREA PILOT FLANGE RECESS HEAD OVERALL MAX. LENGTH LENGTH LENGTH LENGTH LENGTH (sq. cm) PRECISION (mm) MAX. MIN....

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Simplicity® Square Bearings & Plugs Product Overview PRODUCT OVERVIEW • Runs on a single, square shaft eliminating costly components • Maintains radial integrity and can eliminate the need for parallel shafting • Can be mounted in any orientation • Housings are aluminum alloy with a standard anodized nish • Utilizes standard bearing plugs • Adjustable to maintain tight running clearances, contingent upon shafting • Bearing plugs are easily replaced Frelon GOLD® Frelon® J APN16E APN16 SAME CHARACTERISTICS OF THE STANDARD ROUND-WAY SIMPLICITY® BEARINGS: • Self-lubricating • High load capacity •...

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