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Industry News |
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Mar. 8, 2007 |
THK's Hebron Ohio facility expanding for new line |
Feb. 16, 2007 |
THK's U.S. Production Facility (TMA)
Earns AMT Eligibility |
Sep. 05, 2006 |
THK Devleops New LM Guide Accuracy Standard to Accommodate
Increas Application Demands |
Jun 12, 2006 |
THK Celebrates 25 Years of Linear Motion Excellence
in America |
Nov. 07, 2005 |
THK & Yaskawa
Form a Strategic Alliance to Offer a New Generation
of Complete Motion Control Packages |
THK - Linear Motion Product News |
Apr 19, 2006
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Actuators
come in ball screw driven and belt-driven models.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
Using
2 caged ball type guides, Type GL-N actuator offers
speeds up to 5 m/sec and accelerations over 5 gs. Caged
Technology employs synthetic resin cage with curvature
that cradles each ball and separates it from the next.
Spaces between rolling elements retain grease and act
as lubrication system. With aluminum extrusion base,
4 four raceways, and standard motor mounts to facilitate
integration, actuators come in standard lengths up
to 3 m.
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Mar 08, 2005
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Actuator features
clean, quiet operation.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
Using Type SRS LM Guide for its base, Type VLA Actuator
incorporates Caged Technology, QZ Lubricator, and
electro-mechanical components. It is offered in slide
and cylinder types and is compatible with ac or dc
servomotor controller packages. Able to serve as
replacement for pneumatic cylinders in various applications,
product is available with ball screw leads from 6–12 mm and rated speeds from 300–600
mm/sec |
Sep. 07, 2006
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Linear
Motion Products suit variety of applications.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
Linear Motion Products utilize ceramic rails, blocks,
and balls, contributing to non-magnetic characteristics
and expanding range of applications. Ceramic components,
as well as use of titanium stoppers and resin circulation
parts, result in lightweight overall product and eliminate
possibility of corrosion. Ceramic products are strong
enough for chemical environments and suitable for high-temperature
applications. |
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Sep 07, 2006
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Compact
Roller Ring is designed for rigidity.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
Type RU Roller Ring features
double-row roller structure and integrated inner
and outer rings that contribute to design rigidity.
Use of small rollers minimizes differential slip
and torque required for rotation. To facilitate
installation, product features mounting holes on
inner and outer rings. Housings and presser flanges
are not required, and few assembly parts are needed.
Design configuration is flexible per customer specifications.
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Sep 07, 2006
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Ball
Splines enable smooth motion in vertical applications.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
With balls embedded in
external nut for conveying torque while making smooth
linear motion in spline shaft groove, Types
SLS/SLF systems incorporate Caged Technology, which employs
synthetic resin cage with curvature cradling each
ball and separating it from next. Spaces between
rolling elements retain grease, acting as lubrication
system for long-term, maintenance-free operation.
Devices feature ±10% rigidity equivalent
to LT shaft, and are available in 15-100 mm OD.
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Sep 06, 2006
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Linear
Motion Guide offers oil-free operation.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
Solid Lubrication System
S-Coating Series LM Guides are suited for use from
atmospheric pressure to vacuum of 10-6 Pa. Guide
features adhesive-resistant and wear-resistant solid
lubricant applied via deposition method optimized
for circular arc contact structure.
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Sep 04, 2006
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Linear
Motion Guide operates in medium to low vacuum.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
With medium to low vacuum
lubrication system, LM Guide features stainless steel
construction, vacuum grease and special seals, and
is designed for use in environments from atmospheric
pressure to vacuum of 10-3 Pa. Stainless steel and
heat resistant resin allow LM guide to withstand
operating temperatures up to 150ºC, with peak of 200ºC.
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Sep 04, 2006
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Linear
Motion Guides feature long block design.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
With
block lengths starting from size 9-15, Series SRS-N
provides dynamic load rating of 3.48 kN and static
load rating of 3.34 kN. Caged Technology employs synthetic
resin cage with curvature that cradles each ball and
separates it from next. Spaces between rolling elements
retain grease and act as lubrication system for long-term,
maintenance-free operation. Other benefits include
minimized noise levels and low dust generation.
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Sep 04, 2006
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Linear
Actuator is designed for servo applications.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
Reaching
speeds to 16.4 fps and accelerations to 5 g, compact
TY Series Linear Actuators integrate Type
SHS LM guide and QZ lubricator for maintenance-free operation. Actuators
provide standardized planetary gearboxes in 3:1, 5:1
and 9:1 ratios for optimum load inertia matching. Utility
hardware allows construction of multi-axis systems
and facilitates use of variety of drive input shaft
configurations.
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Jul 19, 2006
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Actuator
meets needs of high acceleration and speed applications.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
Type
GLM20 Linear Motor Positioning Actuator System features
water-cooled linear motor and optical linear encoder
on lightweight extruded aluminum base. Complete 1-axis
system operates at speeds to 4 m/sec and 2 G, achieving
accuracies of 1 micron or better while operating at
53 dB. Providing 3,000 N of continuously useable linear
force, unit can achieve 4,500 N peak-linear-force.
Multiple sliders are installed on single-axis base
to allow individual control.
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Jul 11, 2006
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KRActuator family
Type CKR is designed for clean room applications.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
Along
with externally mounted suction couplings for particle
collection, Type CKR Actuator utilizes AFE grease and
surface-treated LM rail and ball screw to minimize
dust generation and optimize corrosion resistance.
Integral sealing mechanism achieves cleanliness of
Class 4 under ISO14644-1: 1999, which is equivalent
to class 10 under Fed. Std. 209E. Product offers 0.010
mm positioning accuracies, 100-940 mm rail lengths,
and 41.5-808 mm stroke ranges.
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Jun 30, 2006
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Cross
Roller Ring provides precise rotary motion.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
Featuring
one-piece outer and inner ring construction with mounting
holes on both rings, Type RU requires no precise housing
preparation or special fixturing. Sizes range from
20-350 mm ID and 70-540 mm OD with roller pitch circle
diameters from 41.5-445.4 mm. Applications range from
industrial robots to video arcade machines such as
virtual skiing games.
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Apr 06, 2006
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Linear
Bushing offers self-adjusting capabilities.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
Interchangeable
with conventional linear bushings, Power Linear Bush
is engineered with cages made of synthetic resin that
continually lubricates rolling elements. It exhibits
smooth, quiet motion due to construction of ball retainer
and outer sleeve. Convex shape of ball plate provides
pivot point at center, allowing self-adjustment capability
up to 0.5° that eliminates
possibility of edge pressure caused by inaccurate machining,
mounting errors, or shaft deflection.
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Feb 28, 2006
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Linear
Motion Guides feature rail widths down to 1 mm.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
Ultra-Compact RSR Series
includes Type RSR1M (1 mm rail width) and Type RSR2M
(2-4 mm rail width), which feature minimal rolling resistance
and 4-way equal load ratings. Built with martensitic
stainless steel blocks, rails, and balls, products are
suited for use in harsh environments. Blocks measure
from 6.2-17 mm long, 4-10 mm wide, and 2.5-4 mm high
with dynamic and static load ratings of 37-307 N and
58-435 N, respectively. |
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Aug 30, 2005
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Rod
Actuator offers max stroke of 130 mm.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
High Thrust Rod Actuator, Type CRES, features
nominal speed range from 15–55
mm/sec with nominal feeding force of 196–490 N.
Rated to JIS IP55, unit is dustproof, weatherproof, and
waterproof. It is suited for use in packaging machines,
automatic seat positioners, panel operating mechanisms,
positioning systems, height adjusters, and opening/closing
mechanisms.
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Jul 20, 2005
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Alignment
Stage features open-frame design.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
With
table size of 1,500 x 1,500 mm, Type CMX incorporates
X-Y module design, where 4 hollow modules are sandwiched
between, and at each corner of base plate and top table.
Each module contains pre-loaded Cross LM Guide Type
CSR for XY table motion, as well as Cross Roller Ring
that couples XY motion of each module to top table.
Large openings allow access from top and bottom. Stage
produces simultaneous X-Y and rotary motion with positioning
repeatability of ±1.0 mm. |
Jul 11, 2005
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Linear
Motor Actuator offers 1-axis positioning solution.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
High
Force Model GLM30 is comprised of water-cooled linear
motor and optical linear encoder on strong, lightweight,
extruded aluminum base. It provides 674 ft-lb of continuously
useable linear force, 1,011 ft-lb peak, when cooling
liquid supply is connected to integrated motor coil
coolant connections. LM guide Type SHS features long
strokes and large thrusts, while Caged Technology enables
operation with reduced dust and low noise.
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Jun 13, 2005
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Actuator
includes optic linear encoder and linear motor.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
Type KLM features direct drive and fully closed control,
resulting in positioning accuracy of 10/500 mm µm and positioning repeatability
of ±0.3 µm. Unit operates at speeds up to
2.0 m/sec with accelerations reaching 4.7 g. Caged Technology
employs synthetic resin cage with curvature that cradles
each ball and separates it from next ball. Spaces between
rolling elements retain grease and act as lubrication
system for maintenance-free operation. |
Sep 03, 2004
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LM
Guides and Ball Screws utilize caged ball technology.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
Measuring
976 x 540 x 300 mm, Type SNS300 LM Guide features 4-direction,
equal load rating. Available in sizes up to 12025,
Heavy Load Ball Screw Type HBN performs 100,000 cycles
without problems when tested for durability under 118
kN load, 48 mm stroke, 3.8 m/min max conditions. Operation
at higher ambient temperatures is identical at 20 and
80°C
temperatures. Ball screw achieves increase in max nut
rpm, 130,000 DN. |
Sep 03, 2004
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Actuator
and Ball Spline come in mini and micro sizes.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
Measuring
65 mm wide, Mini Actuator Type RDM reaches speeds of
5 m/s and accelerations of 9 G. At 10 mm/s, speed ripple
is less than 11%. Max thrust power is 59.7 N, and continuous
thrust power is 8.0 N. Micro Ball Spline Type LT features
2 gothic grooves and low rolling resistance that allows
for increased stability. It is suited for harsh environments,
as nut, shaft, and balls are all constructed of martensitic
stainless steel.
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Sep 03, 2004
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Ceramic
Guides and Ball Spline suit medical applications.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
Ceramic LM Guide Type RCR,
Ceramic LM Guide Type RSR, Ceramic LM Guide HCR, and
Ceramic Ball Spline LT use ceramic rails, blocks, and,
in most cases, ceramic balls. This contributes to non-magnetic
characteristics, increasing application potential.
Products are suited for use in medical equipment and
semi-conductor manufacturing equipment. They reduce
weight of overall product and eliminate possibility
of corrosion.
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Sep 03, 2004
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Damping
Ball Screw utilizes vibration damping technique.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
Product incorporates vibration damper inside hollow
ball screw shaft for improved positioning accuracy
and lower noise levels. Available for ball thread
shaft diameters from 16–50,
it is interchangeable with all ball screw types.
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Sep 01, 2004
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Linear-Motion
Guide comes in maintenance-free, wide type.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
Offering
rail widths from 70–150 mm, Type SRW Caged Roller
LM Guide uses highly rigid rollers with L/D of 1.5
or more. Caged Technology employs synthetic resin cage
with curvature that cradles each roller and separates
it from the next. Cage keeps rollers uniformly aligned
so that skewing is prevented when entering load region
of block. Spaces between rolling elements retain grease
and act as lubrication system for long-term, maintenance-free
operation.
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Sep 01, 2004
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Ball-Screw
Actuator comes in 20 and 26 mm sizes.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
Type SKR Actuator combines Caged Technology Ball
Screw and Caged Ball LM Guide Technology. Former
lends high-speed operation, smooth movement, low
noise, and low dust generation. Product features
positioning accuracies to 0.020 mm; overall rail
lengths of 159–370 mm, depending on model;
and stroke ranges of 41.5–219 mm. Ball-screw
QZ lubricator ensures long-term, maintenance-free operation.
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Aug 31, 2004
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Ball
Screw is designed for higher speeds.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
With
feed ratings to 200 m/min and permissible DN values
to 210,000, Type SBK utilizes Caged Technology, which
employs synthetic resin cage with curvature that cradles
each ball and separates it from next. This helps decrease
noise and dust generation, while overall design eliminates
ball re-circulation tubes. For ball screw contamination
protection, QZ Lubricator and Wiper Rings are available
as options. Type SBK sizes range from 3636–5050.
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Aug 31, 2004
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Miniature
Guide is available with 7mm rail width.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
Caged
Ball LM Guide versions SRS7M and the SRS7WM utilize
THK Caged Technology, which employs synthetic resin
cage with curvature that cradles each ball and separates
it from next. Features include stainless steel bearing
construction and design where each row of balls is
arranged at 45° angle,
resulting in same load rating applied to bearing in radial,
reverse radial, and both lateral directions. |
Jan 20, 2003
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Linear
Motion Guide has Caged Ball™ Technology.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
Offered
with wide rails and low center of gravity, Type SHW
incorporates Caged Technology, which isolates each
load carrying re-circulating elements in individual
cage or pocket. Cage prevents ball-to-ball or roller-to-roller
contact and associated friction. Product can be used
in various applications in any position, as each row
of balls is arranged at 45° angle. Circular arc groove design is built
into unit, eliminating mounting misalignment and promoting
smooth linear movement. |
Dec 10, 2002
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Actuator
is engineered with Caged Technology.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
Type SKR Actuator includes LM Guide and Ballscrew
with Caged Technology, which isolates each load carrying
re-circulating element in LM guides within individual
cage or pocket. Preventing ball-to-ball contact and
associated friction, cage also acts as reservoir
for lubricants, eliminating need for external lubricating
system. Producing little dust, unit is available in outer
rail lengths from 150–740 mm and stroke ranges
of 55–608.5 mm. |
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Nov 25, 2002
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Guide
Actuator is suitable for clean environments.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
Model KR15 LM combines
miniature LM Guide and miniature ballscrew in 1 block.
Actuator uses 4-row circular contact, resulting in low
fluctuation of rolling resistance under load. With stainless
steel, cold drawn outer rail construction, unit is available
in high grades and precision grades with positioning
accuracies of 0.040 and 0.020 mm, respectively. Rail
lengths range from 75–200 mm, dynamic load rating
is 1930 C (N), and static load rating is 3450 C0 (N). |
Nov 15, 2002
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Electric
Actuator utilizes rolling parts for efficiency.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
Type
ELA is designed with ground ball screw, ball splines
and angular bearings. Ball spline enables actuator
to accept each load of torque, radial, and moment.
Absence of oil leaks or air mist emissions makes actuator
environmentally friendly. Unit is offered in Type 10
and Type 20 models with strokes ranging from 40 to
200 mm. Wrap kits are optional. |
Nov 01, 2002
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Multi-Directional
Guide provides flexible motion control.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
Combining linear guides
with rotary slides, Type HMG Multi-Directional Guide
provides linear and curved motion. It can be configured
to travel endlessly in straight and curved directions.
System allows one continuous motion, curving around
corners and eliminating the need for pallet changers.
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Oct 04, 2002
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Linear
Actuator has coreless motor and thrust rod.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
Type RDM Model M Linear
Motor Actuator virtually eliminates attracting force
associated with core motors. Thrust rod consists of magnets
encapsulated in stainless steel tube. Movable carriage
encases coils. If shaft center is offset, almost no effect
is made on thrust. Extruded-aluminum base has single,
Type SHW shaft |
Sep 12, 2002
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Ball
Screw utilizes caged technology.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
Type SBK ball screw achieves
maximum feeds of 120 m/min and permissible DN value of
160,000. Utilization of Caged Technology prevents ball-to-ball
contact and associated friction, and allows balls to
smoothly circulate in tangential line. Cage also acts
as reservoir for lubricants, eliminating need for external
lubricating system. Optional wiper ring acts as barrier
to prevent foreign matter and swarf from entering nut
interior. |
Aug 30, 2002
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Heavy
Load Ball Screw incorporates Caged Technology.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
Available with diameters
from 32 to 63 mm and leads from 10 to 20, Type HBN ball
screw uses Caged Technology to act as reservoir for lubricants
and eliminate need for external lubricating system. Ball
screw achieves maximum of 130,000 DN. In heavy load durability
tests (118 kN load, 48 mm stroke, 3.8m/min max travel
speed), Type HBN performed 1,000,000 cycles without any
problems. |
Aug 27, 2002
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Roller
Guide suits machine tool industry.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
Caged Roller™ LM
guide uses rollers with low degree of elastic deformation
arranged at 45° contact angle to apply rated load
in all directions. Elastomeric cage isolates each load
carrying re-circulating roller in LM guides within individual
cage or pocket. Cage keeps rollers uniformly aligned
as to prevent skewing when entering load region of block.
It also prevents roller-to-roller contact and associated
friction. Cage also acts as reservoir for lubricants. |
Aug 16, 2002
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Linear
Motion Guides suit machine tool industry.
THK America, Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173 5340
SNR/SNS-H Caged Ball™ LM
Guides feature enhanced block, radial, reverse radial,
and lateral rigidity. Curvature of rolling surface matches
ball diameter. Caged Ball™ Technology isolates
each load carrying re-circulating ball in individual
cage or pocket, preventing ball-to-ball contact and friction.
Cage acts as reservoir for lubricants, eliminating need
for external lubricating system. Radial Type SNR-H and
4-directional, equal load Type SNS-H are available in
identical dimensions. |
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