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Linear bearings drylin® R

Linear bearings an alternative to recirculating ball bearings


drylin® R linear bearings are based on extremely wear-resistant plastic sliding elements. As drylin® R linear bearings have the same dimensions as conventional standard ball bearings, a 1:1 replacement is possible without problems. The special shape permits use even in extreme environments. One of the key benefits of the sliding elements is the ease in replacing them and with a large range of materials available, they can be applied in various applications and environments. 
 
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Linear bearing options

Closed linear bearings

Linear bearings drylin® R for linear shafts
  • For guide shafts that are not supported
  • Optional with further liners
  • Solid plastic, hard-anodised aluminium or stainless steel
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Open linear bearings

Linear bearings drylin® R for supported linear shafts
  • For linear shafts that are supported and partly supported
  • Anodised aluminium housing
  • Also available as floating bearing version
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Split linear bearings

Linear bearings drylin® R splittable
  • Quick replacement of the liner without dismantling
  • Optional with further iglidur® liners
  • Anodised aluminium housing
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Configure a complete system

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You can use the drylin® linear guides expert to quickly and easily configure an individual linear guide for your application in just five steps.

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Liners for linear bearings

For different applications

  • Positive clipping into housing hole
  • Axial safety through snap ring groove
  • Rotation lock by engaging the locking pin in the hole
  • iglidur® X liner from -100°C to max. 250°C
  • iglidur® E7 up to 8x longer service life
  • iglidur® A160 FDA-compliant
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Frequently asked questions about drylin® R bearings

What is a linear bearing?

A drylin® R linear housing is a metal bearing with plastic sliding elements inside. 

Where can I use linear bearings?

You can use them in a multitude of applications and as they are dimensionally the same conventional standard ball bearings, they are ideal for replacing these.

Why use igus® drylin® R linear bearings?

As with all igus® drylin® products, the lack of lubrication required make these a clean, quiet and long lasting product. They are low maintenance and low cost.

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Application examples

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drylin® R in commercial vehicle technology

drylin® R transfers the steering movement from the front to the rear wheels. 
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drylin® in the laboratory

The materials used here from the drylin® R product range easily withstand the extreme conditions. 
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drylin® R on wooden shafts

A height-adjustable, tiltable wooden desk.
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More application examples

Take a look at some more application examples.
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