LIN-02R Series — Standard Cylindrical Plastic Linear Bearing LIN-02 Membrane

LIN-02R — 8 bore sizes · LIN-02 membrane · Compact body · Dry running.

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


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LIN-02R Series — Standard Cylindrical Plastic Linear Bearing LIN-02 Membrane

8 bore sizes · LIN-02 membrane · Compact body · Dry running

LIN-02 MembraneCompact BodyAluminium HousingDry Running

🆕 Series Overview

The LIN-02R is a cylindrical plastic linear bearing using the LIN-02 open-type sliding membrane in an anodised aluminium housing. The LIN-02 membrane is narrower than LIN-01, giving a shorter body and lower load ratings — the correct selection when axial space is constrained.

Dynamic load ratings 780–10,500 N and static 5,460–73,500 N across 8 bore sizes (10–50 mm). All dry-running, food-grade, and maintenance-free properties of the LIN series are retained. Membrane replaceable independently of housing.

LIN-02R plastic linear bearing product view

⚙ Key Design Features

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Compact Body

Shorter body length than LIN-01R for same bore — suited for space-constrained actuators.

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LIN-02 Membrane

Narrow open-type membrane. Replaceable independently. Same dry-running and food-grade properties.

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Dry Running

No lubrication. Maintenance-free. Compatible with food-industry washdown.

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Anodised Housing

Corrosion-resistant. Suitable for wet and chemically aggressive environments.

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−50°C to +90°C

Full LIN temperature range.

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Replaceable Membrane

LIN-02 membrane replaced when worn — housing retained for multiple service cycles.

LIN plastic linear bearing vs ball linear bearing comparison

📋 Complete Specification Table

ⓘ d1 = shaft bore, d2h7 = housing OD. Load at P = 5 MPa (dynamic) and P = 35 MPa (static). Shorter body than LIN-01R for same bore. Weight in grams.

Model Shaft d1 (mm) Housing d2 h7 (mm) Length B (mm) Dyn Load (N) P=5MPa Sta Load (N) P=35MPa Weight (g)
LIN-02R-10 10 17 26 780 5460 9
LIN-02R-12 12 19 28 1008 7056 11
LIN-02R-16 16 24 30 1440 10080 17
LIN-02R-20 20 28 30 1800 12600 18
LIN-02R-25 25 35 40 3000 21000 41
LIN-02R-30 30 40 50 4500 31500 56
LIN-02R-40 40 52 60 7200 50400 113
LIN-02R-50 50 62 70 10500 73500 152
LIN-02R dimensional specification drawing

🔭 Materials & Performance Data

The LIN sliding membrane is a proprietary high-performance plastic with density 1.48 g/cm³ and kinetic friction coefficient 0.05–0.15 against steel (dry). Max PV value (dry) 0.4 N/mm²·m/s, continuous temperature −50°C to +90°C, short-term peak +120°C. Tensile strength 75 MPa (ISO 527), compressive strength 60 MPa, elastic modulus 2,400 MPa, Rockwell hardness HRR 107. The spiral groove pattern on the membrane bore expels contaminants axially rather than allowing accumulation — the key advantage over ball linear bearings in dusty environments. The aluminium housing is anodised for corrosion resistance.

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Max PV (Dry)

0.4 N/mm²·m/s. Kinetic friction 0.05–0.15 against steel without lubrication. Higher PV possible with lubrication.

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Temperature Range

Continuous −50°C to +90°C. Short-term peak +120°C. Cold-start capable at −50°C without special preparation.

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No Lubrication Required

Dry-running design suitable for food, pharmaceutical, and medical applications where lubricant contamination is prohibited.

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Chemical Resistance

Resistant to alkaline detergents, dilute acids, mineral oils, and common industrial solvents. Washable with food-industry sanitisers.

🏭 Typical Applications

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Compact Medical Instruments

Short-stroke laboratory automation, pipette dispensers, and compact diagnostic systems.

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Tight-Pitch Linear Stages

Multi-axis stages where LIN-01R length would interfere with adjacent axes.

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Mini Food Equipment

Small-format portioning and filling heads requiring food-grade dry running in restricted axial space.

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Consumer Electronics

Scanner, printer, and optical disc mechanism guides requiring dry running and low particulate generation.

LIN-02R in application environment

🔧 Installation & Maintenance

🔎 Housing Bore

H7 tolerance. Press LIN-02R into bore using press tool on outer housing end face. Do not use adhesive.

🔧 Shaft Specification

h6, Ra 0.8 µm. No hardness requirement.

📈 Load Check

LIN-02R ratings lower than LIN-01R for same bore. Verify applied load against specification table.

✅ Membrane Service

Press out worn LIN-02 membrane, press in new LIN-02 membrane. Housing retained.

🔎 Selection Guide

Select LIN-02R when housing depth is shorter than LIN-01R body length and reduced load rating is acceptable.

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Confirm Environment

Confirm LIN-02R shorter body is required and reduced load rating is acceptable.

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Select Bore & Type

Match d1 bore to shaft. Verify d2h7 fits H7 bore. Confirm body B fits housing depth.

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Verify Load & PV

Verify F ≤ dynamic rating from LIN-02R table. Ratings are lower than LIN-01R — do not use LIN-01R values.

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Contact Us

MOQ 100 units. Contact our team with shaft diameter, housing bore, load, speed, stroke, and environment details.

LIN series plastic linear bearings overview

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

▶ What is the difference between LIN-01R and LIN-02R bearings?

LIN-01R uses the LIN-01 standard membrane for higher load capacity. LIN-02R uses the narrower LIN-02 membrane in a shorter housing body. Both use identical aluminium housings; the membrane type determines load rating and body length.

▶ Can the membrane be replaced without replacing the housing?

Yes — this is the key service advantage. When the membrane wears and shaft play develops, only the membrane is replaced. The aluminium housing is retained. This significantly reduces replacement cost and maintenance time compared with ball linear bearing units.

▶ What housing bore tolerance is required?

H7 tolerance. Press the bearing into a H7-tolerance bore. Do not use adhesive — the membrane must remain free to flex slightly under load, and the housing must be removable for membrane replacement.

▶ Are LIN bearings suitable for vertical shaft applications?

Yes. The dry-running design is unaffected by shaft orientation — no grease migration issue. In vertical applications, the spiral groove assists axial expulsion of particles that might otherwise accumulate at the lower end.

▶ What is the maximum operating speed?

Maximum linear velocity is 1.5 m/s for oscillating motion and 1.1 m/s for continuous linear travel (PV limit 0.4 N/mm²·m/s at P = 5 MPa). For higher speeds, reduce applied load to stay within the PV envelope. Contact GBC for applications above 1 m/s continuous.

📞 Ready to Order?

MOQ is 100 units per model. Provide shaft diameter, housing bore tolerance, applied load, traverse speed, stroke, and operating environment. All catalogue data is for reference only.

LIN-02R — 8 bore sizes · LIN-02 membrane · Compact body · Dry running.

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

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