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Linear bearings
Linear Bearings – Maintenance-free, wear-resistant and easy to replace
igus® drylin® R linear bearings are designed with high-performance plastic sliding elements that deliver smooth, wear-resistant motion without the need for lubrication. With dimensions matching standard ball bearings, they offer a hassle-free 1:1 replacement for conventional systems. Their robust design makes them ideal for use in harsh environments, including dusty, dirty, or wet conditions. The sliding elements are easily replaceable and available in a wide range of materials, allowing for versatile application across industries such as automation, packaging, and medical technology. Upgrade to drylin® R for quieter operation, reduced maintenance, and long-lasting performance.
Linear bearing options
All bearing types
Browse and shop all igus® bearings
igus® manufacture and supply many variations of lubrication-free bearings, ensuring we can offer the right bearings for your application. These bearing types include:
- plain bearings
- spherical bearings
- ball bearings
- slewing ring bearings
- linear bearings
- bespoke bearings
Service life guarantee for drylin linear technology
4-year guarantee
With the online configurators, you can check applications, determine the expected service life and order directly with just a few clicks.
With just one more click, you now receive a warranty on the calculated service life, up to a maximum of 4 years.
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
Selected linear system application examples
FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions
A linear bearing is designed to provide smooth and precise linear motion in a single direction consisting of a housing or carriage and a moving element.
Linear bearings can be used in a multitude of applications. As they are dimensionally the same conventional standard ball bearings, they are ideal for replacing these in applications and industries including robotics, and material handling equipment.
With igus® linear bearings, no lubricant is required! Our linear bearings are lubrication-free due to the high-performance polymer sliding elements.
The lack of lubrication required make our linear bearings a clean, quiet and long lasting product. They are low-maintenance and low-cost.
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