LMEF LMEK Linear Bearing UU Series — Euro Standard Flanged Sealed Ball Bushing

LMEF/LMEK…UU flanged recirculating linear ball bearing series — Euro Standard Flanged (DIN). 9 bore sizes. Dynamic load 265–4700 N. GCr15 HRC 58–64, dual lip seals, flanged housing mount.

MOQ: 50 pcs. Minimum order value USD 1,500; mixed orders and trial quantities welcome.


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LMEF LMEK Linear Bearing UU Series — Euro Standard Flanged Sealed Ball Bushing

9 bore sizes • Dynamic load 265–4700 N • Euro Standard Flanged (DIN)

Euro Standard Flanged (DIN)
GCr15 HRC 58–64
Flanged Mount
Dual Lip Seal

🆕 Series Overview

The LMEF/LMEK...UU series provides round-flange (LMEF) and diamond-flange (LMEK) configurations dimensioned to European DIN standards. The DIN outer diameter is larger than the equivalent ISO bore for the same bore size, yielding a thicker race wall and higher load ratings. Specified wherever housings are dimensioned to DIN — common in European machine tools, automation systems, and medical equipment.

LMEF (round flange) provides four evenly spaced bolt points for maximum clamping symmetry. LMEK (diamond flange) positions two bolt holes on opposite sides, reducing flange width where adjacent features limit clearance. Both share identical bore, OD, length, and PCD for the same bore size.

LMEF/LMEK...UU flanged linear bearing product view

⚙ Key Design Features

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Flanged Axial Location

The precision-ground flange face registers directly against the housing shoulder, providing positive axial location without snap rings or adhesive retention.

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GCr15 Chrome Steel

Through-hardened to HRC 58–64. Ball tracks ground to Ra 0.2 µm for full-film lubrication at the ball-race contact under rated load conditions.

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Dynamic Load 265–4700 N

Covering 9 bore sizes for applications from lightweight instrument stages to heavy industrial press guides.

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NBR Dual Lip Seals

Retain factory-applied NLGI-2 grease while excluding dust and contamination. Rated −20°C to +80°C continuous service.

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PA66-GF30 Retainer

Glass-filled nylon cage maintains precise ball spacing across the full 360° circuit, preventing ball-to-ball contact and associated noise.

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ISO/DIN Interchangeable

All dimensions conform to Euro Standard Flanged (DIN) standards for direct replacement compatibility with equivalent housings.

📋 Complete Specification Table

ⓘ Dynamic load rating C based on 50 km nominal life (L10). For 100 km design life, divide C by 1.26. Shaft h6/h7. Housing H7. All dimensions in mm, load ratings in N, weight in g.

LMEF Model LMEK Model Bore dr OD D Length L H mm PCD mm Ball Cir. Dyn C (N) Sta Co (N) Wt (g)
LMEF8UU LMEK8UU 8 16 25 32 25 4 265 402 41
LMEF12UU LMEK12UU 12 22 32 42 32 4 510 784 80
LMEF16UU LMEK16UU 16 26 36 46 35 5 578 892 103
LMEF20UU LMEK20UU 20 32 45 54 43 5 862 1370 182
LMEF25UU LMEK25UU 25 40 58 62 50 6 980 1570 335
LMEF30UU LMEK30UU 30 47 68 76 60 6 1570 2740 560
LMEF40UU LMEK40UU 40 62 80 98 75 6 2160 4020 1175
LMEF50UU LMEK50UU 50 75 100 112 88 6 3820 7940 1745
LMEF60UU LMEK60UU 60 90 125 134 106 6 4700 9800 3220
LMEF/LMEK...UU dimensional specification drawing

🔭 Materials & Construction

LMEF/LMEK bearings use GCr15 chrome-bearing steel (AISI 52100), HRC 58–64. The larger DIN outer diameter provides a thicker race wall for greater fatigue resistance under combined loading. Ball tracks ground to Ra 0.2 µm. Flange squareness to bore axis within 0.02 mm across the full series range.

The ball retainer is injection-moulded from glass-fibre-reinforced nylon (PA66-GF30), maintaining precise ball spacing around the full 360° circuit to prevent ball-to-ball contact noise at higher traverse speeds. Dual NBR lip seals on both end faces retain factory-applied NLGI-2 lithium-complex grease while excluding dust, swarf, and splash contamination. Operating temperature range is −20°C to +80°C with standard seals and grease.

🏭 Typical Applications

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Semiconductor & Electronics Assembly

Diamond-flange (LMK) variants are specified in SMT pick-and-place machines and PCB drilling heads where the bolt pattern must clear adjacent PCB components; the asymmetric mounting points reduce the flange envelope versus round-flange designs.

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Optical & Metrology Equipment

LMF round-flange bearings in microscope focus drives and spectrometer sample stages provide sub-micron runout between the bore and flange face, ensuring that the optical axis remains aligned when the bearing is replaced without re-calibration.

LMEF/LMEK...UU linear bearing in industrial application

🔧 Installation & Maintenance

🔎 Flange Face Seating

Ensure the housing counterbore depth matches the bearing flange thickness. An under-depth counterbore leaves the flange proud of the housing face, creating a gap at the bolt interface that allows the bearing to rock under load and introduces harmonic error motion.

🔧 Bolt Torque Sequence

Tighten flange mounting bolts in a cross pattern to 30–50% of final torque, then complete to specification. Sequential tightening distorts the flange and shifts the bore axis by up to 0.05 mm, degrading shaft alignment.

📈 Housing Bore Tolerance

Machine the housing bore to H7 tolerance. For square-flange (LMH/LMHP) variants, also verify the flange seating face is square to the bore within 0.02 mm to prevent cocking the bearing on assembly.

⚙ Lubrication

Apply NLGI-2 lithium-complex grease to the shaft before insertion. Re-lubricate every 500 km of travel or 6 months under normal duty. In washdown environments, shorten the re-lubrication interval and use a water-resistant grease formulation.

🔎 Selection Guide

Confirm that the housing was designed to DIN flange dimensions before ordering. The outer diameter D is larger than equivalent LMF/LMK (ISO) — using DIN bearings in ISO housings causes interference. Consult the specification table to verify OD and PCD before committing to housing design.

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Confirm Bore & Standard

Match bore diameter to shaft. Confirm Euro Standard Flanged (DIN) housing dimensions — mixing ISO and DIN outer diameters requires housing re-machining.

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Select Flange Style

Round flange for maximum moment resistance; diamond flange for compact bolt clearance; square flange for torsional resistance.

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Calculate Load & Life

Compute radial load P. Target L10 = (C/P)³ × 50 km. If life is marginal, specify the LUU extended variant to raise C without changing bore.

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Contact Us

MOQ 100 units per model. Contact our team with engineering drawings confirming shaft diameter, housing bore depth, bolt PCD, load case, and target life.

LMEF/LMEK...UU linear bearing assembly and housing

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

▶ What is the advantage of the Euro standard (DIN) LMEF/LMEK series?

The DIN outer diameter is larger than the equivalent Asian ISO bore for the same bore size, providing a thicker race wall and higher load ratings. LMEF/LMEK bearings are specified wherever housings are dimensioned to DIN standards — common in European-designed machinery. Using the correct standard avoids bore-fit errors caused by mixing ISO and DIN outer diameters.

▶ Is the LMEF (round flange) or LMEK (diamond flange) preferred?

LMEF is preferred where the housing face has unrestricted area and maximum moment resistance is needed — the four-point bolt pattern distributes clamping load evenly. LMEK is preferred in compact assemblies where adjacent features limit the flange radius, such as multi-axis gantry heads where bearings are mounted in close proximity.

▶ Are LMEF/LMEK dimensionally compatible with LMF/LMK?

No. The outer diameter D of the LMEF/LMEK series is larger than the LMF/LMK series for the same bore size. Housing bores must be re-machined if switching between ISO and DIN flange standards. Always specify the standard before committing to housing design.

▶ What shaft tolerance is required?

h6 or h7 tolerance on the shaft nominal diameter. h6 gives a close sliding fit preferred for precision positioning; h7 gives a slightly looser fit acceptable for general industrial guidance. Always verify the actual shaft diameter with a calibrated micrometer before installation.

▶ Can the LMEF/LMEK series be used in vertical orientation?

Yes. In vertical installations, specify the UU (sealed) variant to retain grease against gravity. Use NLGI-3 consistency grease rather than the standard NLGI-2 to reduce grease migration toward the lower ball circuits over time.

📞 Ready to Order?

MOQ is 100 units per model. Provide engineering drawings with shaft diameter, housing bore depth, flange PCD, load case, stroke, speed, and target life. All catalogue data is for reference only — verify critical dimensions against current revision drawings before committing to tooling.

LMEF/LMEK…UU flanged recirculating linear ball bearing series — Euro Standard Flanged (DIN). 9 bore sizes. Dynamic load 265–4700 N. GCr15 HRC 58–64, dual lip seals, flanged housing mount.

MOQ: 50 pcs. Minimum order value USD 1,500; mixed orders and trial quantities welcome.

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